Tippmann Announces Hellions Sponsorship

Originally printed in JUNGLE MAGAZINE No. 17 – September 2008


JUNGLE MAGAZINE - August 7, 2008 - A photo of Hellions conducting training on the field of Bedlam at CPX Sports is shown on page 8 for a little eye candy to go along with the text of the story.

In another unrelated article on Oklahoma D-Day 2008, the team received a little more exposure. There was a mention of a player or two as well as a photo of Dan "Spartacus" Pianfetti's planning map. Spartacus served as the Axis Chief of Staff and was a vital component of the German victory.

Disclaimer: The above excerpts were taken from an article, which appeared in the September 2007 issue of Jungle Magazine and is reprinted in part here without permission. For more information about their magazine or their authors, visit their official web site at: WWW.JUNGLEMAGAZINE.COM.

Tippmann Sports: Hellions Demo New Hammerhead Barrel

TIPPMANN LAUNCHES STRAIGHTLINE BARREL WITH TRUE RIFLED TECHNOLOGY


June 13, 2008, 17:39 - was designed to complement the look of Tippmann X7 and A-5 markers. The new, 16" barrel was created through a partnership with HammerHead, a longtime leader in paintball barrel design, and offers unmatched quality and performance characteristics.

Tippmann's new StraightLine is a gun-drilled barrel that incorporates true rifling to enhance ball rotation for improved ball flight and unmatched accuracy. It includes three seamless connection sizers (.688, .686 and .683), which can be used to match the dimensions of a paintball to barrel radius for optimal air efficiency. It also features a removable, military-style muzzle break with reverse porting to enhance performance and provide an authentic look. The new StraightLine will fit all shrouds and foregrips for Tippmann’s X7 and A-5 markers.

"The StraightLine is a logical extension to our existing line of barrels, which includes the patented Flatline Barrel System and our Sniper barrel," said Patrick Ehren, vice president of sales and marketing for Tippmann Sports. "We've considered and tested numerous barrels over the years. However, it was paramount that we only introduce another Tippmann barrel if it was truly innovative and offered superior accuracy and efficiency characteristics when compared to other, similarly priced barrels. And, after months of testing and working closely with our friends at HammerHead, we’ve got the barrel we’ve been waiting for."

"This is a great product that offers loyal Tippmann players the very best accuracy technology in paintball," said Paul Judson, vice president of HammerHead. "Others have attempted rifling using straight rifling or perpendicular spiral porting to create rotation, with questionable success. But, the HammerHead technology that has been integrated into the new StraightLine uses helix and spiral rifling, in combination with reverse porting, to control ball rotation and minimize the pressure wave and air turbulence at the muzzle-resulting in significantly straighter, more accurate shots."

The special edition StraightLine barrel will be sold in a complete kit featuring three sizers, a carrying case and lithium grease. It will be available in mid-June 2008 for $149 at select paintball retailers nationwide. However, the new barrel is set to debut at Oklahoma D-Day, June 9-15, where The Hellions from CPX and the SPC team from Glasgow Scotland are scheduled to storm the field using the StraightLine. For additional details, please call Tippmann Sports at 1-800-533-4831. More specific product information is also available at tippmann.com.

For more than 20 years, Tippmann Sports has been dedicated to quality manufacturing and the pursuit of cutting-edge technology and design. The company serves the paintball industry from its headquarters and manufacturing facility in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Tippmann Sports’ complete line of paintball markers and related accessories can be found at paintball stores and fields as well as mass retail and sporting goods outlets throughout the world.

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Red Storm Rising: Hellions Say Thanks to All Who Attended

JOLIET, IL – May 24, 2008 - On behalf of all the Hellions, I would like to thank all of the teams and players--some of which drove from as far away as Oklahoma, Kansas and Michigan--to participate in the Red Storm Rising scenario. We are extremely grateful for the support, encouragement and contributions we received from the Green Devils and Team Fugazi as well as Dewayne Convirs and Bill Bailey. Of course, we also thank CPX Sports for giving us the field and making it very competitively priced. For a first time producing a scenario, I think it is fair to say that it was a tremendous success.

We have received a lot of positive feedback in regards to the straightforward time line with scheduled breaks and fluid battlefield environment with no bases to guard. The pilots, journalists and other costumed role-players were highly commended by many players as well. The Hellions were also quite pleased with the reception of "Das Grindhaus", the team's new tank that was debuted at Red Storm. More than a few even commented that the battle around the 'temple' was some of the fiercest ever seen at CPX.

Perhaps the most enjoyable highlight of the evening to everyone in attendance, apart from the tons of prizes handed out, was the awarding of the Tippmann X7 prize to Nathan, a first time player. Seeing his eyes light up and run to the stage reminded all of us why we play the game. His 'brief words' where he thanked all of those 'who guarded him' and the 'oh, crap!' tanks story were priceless.

We invite you to check out our Team Gallery and see some of the images of the game that have been submitted. We also encourage you to stop by our team forum, the Hellions Warzone, and let us know what you liked or disliked about the event. If we ever agree to produce another scenario, your feedback will help us ensure that it is the best possible event for all involved.

Again, on behalf of the entire team I would like to thank each and every player who braved the outrageous gas prices to come out and have a great day of slinging paint at CPX Sports. We look forward to playing with you in the near future--only this time we will be carrying paintball markers!

Lonnie "Grendel" Colson
Captain, Hellions Paintball

Hellions Grendel Most Recognized Scenario Player

PAINTBALL 2XTREMES SURVEYS PB2X STREET TEAM AND DISCOVERS GRENDEL


PAINTBALL 2XTREMES – April 28, 2008 - While visiting the CPX Sports in preparation of the upcoming Hellions: Red Storm Rising event, Paul Dagnino, the field's Marketing Director, first pointed out an article that the team had somehow overlooked for several weeks.

Paintball 2Xtreme surveyed members of their PB2X Street Team. Question 2 was "In your opinion, who is the most recognized scenario player?" Daniel Johnston of Iowa responded "Lonnie Colson", better known as "Grendel" on the Hellions. The complete responses can be found on pages 44-45.

Hellions Event Gets National Coverage

Originally printed in JUNGLE MAGAZINE No. 14 – May 2008

JUNGLE MAGAZINE - April 2008 - Jungle Magazine has an advertisement for the Hellions: Red Storm Rising. The scenario event is the first ever that is actually written, promoted and produced by the team. The event will take place on May 17, 2008 at CPX Sports in Joliet, Illinois.

Disclaimer: The above excerpts were taken from an article, which appeared in the May 2008 issue of Jungle Magazine and is reprinted in part here without permission. For more information about their magazine or their authors, visit their official web site at: WWW.JUNGLEMAGAZINE.COM.

Hellion "Kevlar" Breaks Into College Paintball

CHICAGO, IL – January 31, 2008 - As President elect and Co-Founder, it is my honor to announce the launch of the Moraine Valley College Cyclones Paintball Club, a National Collegiate Paintball Association recognized club.

Cyclones Paintball was formed by a group of individuals that share a common vision of holding the extreme sport of paintball as one of safe competition and as an opportunity to meet new people and make new friends. Cyclones Paintball will be a tournament-style club team that will cater to those who are experienced and to those who may be new to paintball. We strive to reinvigorate the current intramural and extra-curricular programs already in existence at the school. Paintball clubs have also been found to act as tools for school in recruiting processes, and we will now join over 300 college clubs currently being recognized.

"We had been discussing doing an event at CPX Sports since our visit to the field back in June, and solidified the concept of Living Legends while in Orlando at World Cup" said Sean Scott from Smart Parts. "CPX Sports itself is a legendary field and its Midwest location makes it an ideal venue for such an event," said Scott. "An event like this is long overdue," said Living Legend Craig Miller. "It's rare for those of us in the industry to get together with others who helped form the sport, let alone all be in the same place at the same time. To get together and play with all the big names from Paintball's past and present is unheard of. This really is going to be a once in a lifetime opportunity for everyone who attends the game," concluded Miller. Kerry "Viper " Rosenberry adds, "With the popularity of Scenario Paintball, there are many event promoters whose aggressive tactics have them intentionally conflicting with others. I feel that two of the nation's first Scenario directors working together on one great event sends a message that it is time for promoters to work together in the interest of the players".

At the same time, I would like to credit the leadership and motivational attributes I have gained as a member of the Hellions. I shall be working to make this club truly unique. It shall be the first club at the school to have its own internet resources for student and faculty members seeking membership and/or participation. We have already made strides at being an independent source of our own e-commerce holdings. Our custom designed logo was provided to us by Don McClelland of MacMasks.com, and our custom jerseys by Animal Paintball.

Additional supporters of the club at this time are Hellions Paintball, Team Fugazi, Windy City Paintball Club, the National Police Paintball Organization and a number of other well respected businesses and organizations.

Cyclones Paintball will be endorsing the Home Field Advantage Program offered by its home field of CPX Sports, the premier paintball and extreme sports facility of the Midwest. With a demographic at the school of over 47,000 enrolled students, I am hoping to make this a success for the Club and CPX.



Thank you to all those involved and to those working for the betterment of the club's future.

--Kevin "Kevlar" Quinn

CPX Sports: Living Legends of Paintball Scenario April 5-6

NEW CPX SPORTS 2-DAY SCENARIO GAME HONORS "LIVING LEGENDS" OF PAINTBALL


JOLIET, IL - JANUARY 21, 2008 - CPX Sports and Smart Parts have teamed up with Scenario Paintball creator Wayne Dollack and long-time friend Kerry "Viper" Rosenberry to produce a 24-hr Scenario Game honoring the "Living Legends" of Paintball on April 5-6, 2008 at CPX Sports in Joliet, IL.

The game's concept was conceived by elements from both CPX Sports and Smart Parts in an effort to bring Paintball's Living Legends together for a weekend of fun and festivities. The game will also provide amateur and recreational players with a once in a lifetime opportunity to play alongside the pioneers of paintball and the young rock stars of today's game. Game-play is being created by the Godfather of Scenario Paintball and Living Legend, Wayne Dollack. Another Living Legend, Kerry "Viper" Rosenberry, will be handling the codebooks for the commanders, the mission outline, calling of the missions to the bases, and keeping score for the 2-day event. The game will pit DXS/DraXxuS Senior Vice President and industry heavyweight, Craig Miller, as General, versus Sean Scott of Smart Parts/Smart Corps fame as the opposing General. Free basic rental equipment will be made available to paid, pre-registered players as part of the “Bring a 1st Timer” promotion courtesy of Tippmann and CPX Sports while supplies last.

"We had been discussing doing an event at CPX Sports since our visit to the field back in June, and solidified the concept of Living Legends while in Orlando at World Cup" said Sean Scott from Smart Parts. "CPX Sports itself is a legendary field and its Midwest location makes it an ideal venue for such an event," said Scott. "An event like this is long overdue," said Living Legend Craig Miller. "It's rare for those of us in the industry to get together with others who helped form the sport, let alone all be in the same place at the same time. To get together and play with all the big names from Paintball's past and present is unheard of. This really is going to be a once in a lifetime opportunity for everyone who attends the game," concluded Miller. Kerry "Viper " Rosenberry adds, "With the popularity of Scenario Paintball, there are many event promoters whose aggressive tactics have them intentionally conflicting with others. I feel that two of the nation's first Scenario directors working together on one great event sends a message that it is time for promoters to work together in the interest of the players".

The Living Legends game is being held on April 5-6, 2008 at CPX Sports. Pre-registration admission is $40 and includes 1 complimentary unlimited air-fill pass. Pre-registered players can pre-purchase cases of event paint for $75, day-of cost is $80. Pre-registration deadline ends March 24th. CPX will have free camping available beginning Friday, April 4th. CPX Sports is a 143-acre, $6.5M paintball park located in the Chicago suburb of Joliet, IL and is widely regarded as one of the nation's premier facilities. The field is conveniently located less than 1-hour from both O'Hare and Midway airports. Smart Parts Inc., is a leading developer and manufacturer of equipment and accessories for the sport of paintball. For more information about the Living Legends event, please visit www.cpxsports.com or call (815) 726-2800.