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Paintball Without the Y

Paintball Without the Y

By Cherry Rich

This is an all female hosted paintball podcast. Ladies talking about the sport they love, weekly. Don’t worry, boys are allowed! This season we cover a wide range of topics: pit falls of the industry, playing in a post covid-19 world, paintball photography, events, sponsors, and much more! Enjoy paintball, with a feminine flair that is rarely represented. Who run this muther?!?! You guessed it... girls.
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WNXL’s Pro League

Paintball Without the Y Nov 10, 2021

Stepping away from paintball

Stepping away from paintball

On this episode of Paintball without the Y, Cyndi Jajo (Captain of Paintball Ladies) and Bea Youngs Paxon (Founder of Destiny and WNXL team owner) discuss taking a big step back from the sport. Get all the tea! Listen in, or miss out!
Mar 07, 202401:12:34
Why aren’t there female NXL pros?

Why aren’t there female NXL pros?

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On this month’s episode, the ladies want to tackle an issue that’s been discussed since the announcement of the WNXL. It’s been mentioned on paintball forums and Facebook groups. Many paintballers have been asking the question, “Why can’t women just earn their way into the already existing pro circuit within the NXL?” Well the ladies on Paintball Without the Y have their opinions on the matter, but we wanted to hear what the already existing male pros had to say about it. These pros have been through the process and know what it takes to go pro… so what do they believe is the answer to the question, “Why haven’t more females broken into the USA pro circuit of paintball?” Hear what they have to say, and what we think of their responses! Tune into this month’s episode, or miss out!
Mar 11, 202201:00:04
Year of the girl?

Year of the girl?

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On this month’s installment of Paintball Without the Y, we speak to Brittney Vang about playing the first ever WNXL event, being named MVP of said event, and the upcoming Women’s 3v3 Open being held at Paintball Fit this February. Is it just us, or is everything coming up ladies? We are so here for it! Listen in, or miss out!
Dec 28, 202156:39
WNXL’s Pro League

WNXL’s Pro League

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On this month’s episode, the ladies discuss WNXL’s Pro League. Pros, cons, and the overall impression given by the presentation at Chicago NXL meeting. We don’t know what is in store for the future of this league, but we sure are excited! Listen in, or miss out!
Nov 10, 202152:18
Texas Cup: The XTPL Series

Texas Cup: The XTPL Series

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On this month’s episode, the ladies discuss the Texas Cup event held at Paintball Fit, with special guests Christina Fire and Brittney Vang. Brittney jumped into the deep in for her first event! She’s ranked D6 and slid into a relatively open ranked event. Christina was also playing with fire, pun intended, as she is ranked D5 and this would be her first time playing against teams that didn’t mirror her ranking. The ladies will talk about their overall experience at the event, how they adjusted to the demands of the Paintball Ladies squad, and their favorite moments on the field. Listen in, or miss out!
Aug 05, 202152:38
Speedball Formats

Speedball Formats

In this episode, the ladies discuss the speedball formats of Xball, 5-man, and 3 man. What is the difference, what do we prefer, and what are the advantages and disadvantages of each! Listen in, or miss out!
Jul 07, 202144:25
 Paintball and the Movies

Paintball and the Movies

On this episode of Paintball Without the Y, the ladies host the extremely talented director, Dan Napoli! We talk paintball, Hollywood, and the train wreck that occurs when they mingle too closely. Napoli discusses the missteps that have been taken, and the respect ALL films, even bad ones, deserve. The Best Kids in Texas veteran had some wisdom to share in regards to the future of paintball in the cinema. All this and more in the 12th episode of Paintball Without the Y. Listen in, or miss out!
Jan 14, 202152:43
Return to the Ultimate Shootout

Return to the Ultimate Shootout

On this week’s episode, we return to the Ultimate Shootout with fresh eyes. Our guests include the first ever winner of the women’s division, Nicole Gates, the brainchild of the event, Jel Stewart, and Team USA’s Alexis Lazer! We discuss the layout, buzzer blindness, gosports giving us feelings, and our overall experience playing this unique event. Listen in or miss out!
Jul 16, 202056:38
Never have I ever!

Never have I ever!

On this week’s episode, the ladies play a popular drinking game. Special guests Kendal and Bri join in on the fun, as we partake in several rounds of paintball inspired “never have I ever”! The responses may surprise you, they certainly surprised us. Listen in, or miss out!
Jul 04, 202059:34
Paintball Ladies: Making an Impact

Paintball Ladies: Making an Impact

Mike Mayo, founder of the Paintball Ladies organization/brand joins us on this week’s episode. We discuss how Paintball Ladies went from a social media page, to a team with a World Cup NXL podium under their belts. What inspired Mike to make the page and build a roster that could go the distance? What does the future hold for the Ladies? Listen in, or miss out!
Jun 26, 202054:16
Bea Youngs: A Player’s Destiny

Bea Youngs: A Player’s Destiny

On this week’s episode, Bea Youngs discusses the ins and outs of her organization Destiny. Find out how she got started in the sport, what it takes to keep a global organization like Destiny running, and what makes this paintballer tick! Listen in, or miss out!
Jun 21, 202001:06:01
The Ultimate Shootout

The Ultimate Shootout

On episode 9, Jel Stewart walks the ladies through an one of a kind 1v1 event! The Ultimate Shootout is unique and unforgiving! Find out what makes this event so different from a typical one on one paintball experience. Listen in, or miss out!
Jun 12, 202001:00:07
Female perspectives

Female perspectives

On this week’s episode, Cherry, Cyndi, and Lauren discuss their experiences in the sport and casual observations they’ve made throughout the years spent on the field. Unexpected perks, unspeakable rumors, and unpredicted speed bumps come together to make each woman’s paintball experience unique. Listen in, or miss out!
May 30, 202057:20
The Paintball Pinups: the building of a brand

The Paintball Pinups: the building of a brand

On this week’s episode, we take an in-depth look at the Paintball Pinups brand. From a seemingly impractical idea to reality. How did the players become involved? Where do the ideas and shoot concepts come from? How is it funded? All this and more on this week’s episode! Tune in, or miss out.
May 22, 202001:12:39
Whatever Wednesday 4/29

Whatever Wednesday 4/29

On this week’s episode, the ladies answer questions provided by our fans! How did everyone meet? What gear do you swear by? What are your hobbies outside of paintball, just to name a few. It’s whatever! Listen up, or miss out!!!
Apr 30, 202001:00:07
Paintball photography

Paintball photography

On this week’s episode, the ladies talk to two photographers who work in different realms of the paintball industry. Damon works exclusively with the Paintball Pinups, creating photographs for all their paintball products. Josh, of Yosh Designs, works in the trenches, capturing players in action at events and practices. These two styles, while different, have quite a bit of common ground. Join us as we talk technique, “exposure bucks”, and more! Tune in or miss out!
Apr 22, 202001:04:51
Modeling within the sport of paintball!

Modeling within the sport of paintball!

On this week’s episode, the ladies tackle the, sometimes tabu, topic of modeling and playing paintball. Special guests are Kaitlyn “Giggles” Riggs and Lauren “Baby-hands” Salinas. Tune in, or miss out!
Apr 16, 202001:01:46
All Female Paintball Teams

All Female Paintball Teams

On this episode of Paintball Without the Y, the ladies tackle the subject of all female paintball teams. Coaching them, playing for them, the struggles and joys of competing alongside one another; nothing is off limits. Join us for a feminine twist on this male dominated sport.
Apr 09, 202057:56