| Offense is always important in Paintball. But playing | | | | Cover is another important defense tactic. |
| defense is just as important. If you have a weak | | | | Whether it is cover for you or cover for your |
| defensive strategy, a good team or player will | | | | team member, it is always important. If you or |
| expose it. Having a solid foundation in basic | | | | your team member needs to move, cover for |
| defense will improve your game instantly. | | | | each other. And, if you are being peppered with |
| Instead of taking a long glance around the field to | | | | enemy fire, your fellow team member may be |
| spot an opponent or search for a flag, take very | | | | able to take out the shooter, maybe even more |
| quick peeks. You can always take more than one. | | | | than one. |
| But, remember not to peek from the same | | | | The most important defense tactic is |
| exact spot twice. If your opponent spotted you | | | | concealment. Why? Concealment gives you the |
| during your first peek, you can bet that they will | | | | opportunity to surprise your opponent. Nothing in |
| be ready for you the next time. It's better | | | | this game is better than having the element of |
| technique to peer around an obstacle rather than | | | | surprise on your side. Be hidden well and be |
| over it. You can duck back quicker and you are | | | | patient. If you are hidden near your flag, you will |
| not so much of an easy target to spot. | | | | be in the perfect position to defend your flag. Just |
| Always keep your profile as small as possible. | | | | sit and wait for the perfect opportunity to strike |
| Keep your elbows and legs tucked close. The | | | | and defend your flag. |
| larger your profile, the easier target you are to | | | | Finally, a critical key in defense is to spread out |
| hit. Stay low to the ground because it will be | | | | your team. Do not all huddle together in one area. |
| harder to see you. | | | | Spread out in several directions. But, keep at least |
| Now this may seem like a no-brainer, but if you | | | | one of your team members in your sights. You |
| are being shot at and cannot get a good shot, | | | | may need him or her for cover and he or she |
| drop back. Once you have dropped back a bit, | | | | may need you for the same. |
| you may be able to get a better angle on your | | | | If you want to get more victories, defense is a |
| opponent. Do not be afraid to move. Movement | | | | critical element to surviving and winning a few |
| gives you different, possibly better angles. Playing | | | | more games, and therefore helping your team |
| as a squad will benefit your team. If you hear one | | | | achieve more wins. Study the strategies above |
| of your teammates being surrounded by fire, | | | | and you'll see results. |
| move and give them cover. | | | | |