The Coaches Show

The 2025 World Cup of Paintball is almost here, and the WNXL is set to put on a show. 🏆This week on The Coaches Show, hosts Coach Mike Bianca (San Diego Dynasty) and Ryan Gray (Red Legion) are joined by Coach Anthony Vitale and player Jenn Fulk to break down every WNXL team heading into the biggest event of the year. From powerhouse programs to rising squads, we discuss rosters, key matchups, and...

In this episode of The Coaches Show, hosts Coach Mike Bianca (San Diego Dynasty) and Coach Ryan Gray (Red Legion) take it freestyle — no script, no set lineup, just raw conversation and live interaction with the audience. We’ll dive into your discussion topics, answer questions from the live chat, and hit the biggest talking points submitted by fans on social media before the show. This is your ch...

The Coaches Show | Episode 90 — New Orleans Hurricanes Coaches Matty Hotard & Justin SpencerIn Episode 90 of The Coaches Show, hosts Mike Bianca and Ryan Gray sit down with New Orleans Hurricanes Coaches Matty Hotard and Justin Spencer to talk about one of the most consistent and disciplined teams in the NXL.We’ll dive into:🌪 The team’s new ownership and how it’s shaping the program’s future🏗...

After several seasons near the bottom of the standings, Seattle Uprising has found new life — breaking into the Top 10 and becoming a legitimate threat to every opponent they face. On this episode, Coach Dusty Cort joins us to discuss the experiments tested, processes altered, and the mindset shift that’s fueling Uprising’s rise as they head toward the 2025 NXL World Cup. 🏆We’ll dive deep into:🔥...

Welcome to Episode 88 of The Coaches Show! This week, we’re joined by Coach Ryan Brand of San Antonio X-Factor, fresh off an impressive 2nd place finish at the NXL Lone Star Open 🥈Ryan and his team went head-to-head in a thrilling finals matchup against Edmonton Impact, and tonight we’re breaking it all down — play by play. We’ll cover: • Key adjustments throughout the finals match 🧠 • The momen...

Welcome to Episode 87 of The Coaches Show – airing live tonight at 7PM CDT on Major League Paintball’s YouTube channel! This week we’re joined by two elite European coaches who just clashed in Paris at the NXL European Championship Finals:🎙️ Kevin Bredthauer – Head Coach of Breakout Spa🎙️ Matt Schmidt – Head Coach of London AttritionNot so fresh off a nail-biting championship battle, we’ll break d...

We’re back with another episode of The Coaches Show! In Episode 86, legendary coach Rich Telford joins us to break down the biggest storylines in professional paintball. This week we’ll cover:✅ Key moments and takeaways from NXL Paris✅ A look back at the Lone Star Major and how it shaped the season✅ What to expect as teams prepare for the biggest event of the year — the NXL World CupWhether you...

On Episode 85 Coach Mike Bianca of San Diego Dynasty breaks down the action from the most recent NXL Lone Star Open in Garland, Texas — the plays, the strategies, the surprises, and what it all means as teams push toward World Cup.✅ Inside looks at team performances✅ Key takeaways from the Lone Star OpenDon’t miss this deep dive into one of the most exciting events of the season!📍 Watch it live...

Episode 84 of The Coaches Show brings together two icons of the game — Shane Pestana of the LA Ironmen and Kevin Bredthauer of Tampa Bay Damage — as we look ahead to the Lone Star Open in Garland, Texas. With the world’s best teams fighting for critical World Cup points, the stakes have never been higher. In this episode, we dive into:The new bunker sponsor shaping the field 🏟️The Pro Division and...

This week we’re going international! Team USA is set to travel to Dreux, France next week to compete in the Nations Cup, and tonight we’ve got a special lineup. Joining us are the coaches for each squad along with several team captains, giving you a behind-the-scenes look at Team USA’s preparation, strategy, and what it means to represent the United States on the world stage. 🏆🇫🇷📺 Tune in LIVE t...

Join Coaches Mike Bianca and Ryan Gray LIVE tonight at 7PM CDT as they walk you through their favorite team and individual drills to help improve your skills and take your game to the next level. Whether you’re looking to get faster, sharpen your accuracy, or build better communication on the field, these proven drills will help you and your team succeed.✅ Subscribe and turn on notifications so y...

In Episode 81 of The Coaches Show, Mike and Ryan dive deep into the 3v3 World Championship, which aired LIVE on ESPN 🏆🎥Join us as we break down:🔹 The venue – how the setup raised the bar for competitive paintball🔹 The format – what made this 3-man structure so exciting and watchable🔹 The broadcast – the impact of paintball hitting mainstream media on ESPNThis is a must-watch for fans, players...

In this episode, we’ll dive into:🏕️ The full breakdown of the BKi Camp schedule📈 Training methodology from Day 1 fundamentals to Sunday’s camp tournament🧑‍🏫 Coaching philosophies and how top-tier pros teach the next generation🎯 How Dynasty players approach skill development and performance prepWhether you’re a player, coach, or fan of the game, this episode offers valuable insight into how eli...

Guest: Chelsea Brooks | Pro4mance Edge Sports & Performance Mental CoachingTonight on The Coaches Show, we’re joined by Chelsea Brooks, a dedicated sports psychologist and performance coach from Pro4mance Edge. Chelsea has made it her mission to help athletes unlock their full potential through personalized mental performance training—and she's currently working with Seattle Uprising in th...

This week on The Coaches Show, we’re breaking down the biggest stories in tournament paintball from both sides of the Atlantic!🔥 First up, we take you inside the NXL Europe event at CPPS in England — who impressed, what it means for international competition, and how the Euro scene is evolving.📺 Then, we shift gears to the LIVE ESPN broadcast — a historic moment for the sport. We’ll talk about w...

🎙️ The Coaches Show – Episode 77 | NXL Midwest Open: The Good, The Bad & The UglyThis week on The Coaches Show, we’re breaking down all the action from the 2025 NXL Midwest Open — and we’re not holding anything back. Join Coach Mike Bianca of San Diego Dynasty and Coach Ryan Gray of Red Legion, along with legendary coach Rich Telford, as we give you an unfiltered look at one of the most talked...

🎙️ The Coaches Show – Episode 76 (LIVE)Tonight we’re getting you ready for the 2025 NXL Midwest Open with two of the most respected minds in paintball — Coach Shane Pestana and Coach Kevin Bredthauer! We’ll break down:🔹 The Pro Division team pools — who has the toughest path?🔹 WNXL matchups and what to watch🔹 The Semi-Pro pools and dark horse threats🔹 Our Top 10 Pro picks for Sunday bracket pl...

Episode 75 – Turning Rec Players into Tournament Killers w/ Mike McGowan of Prime PaintballIn this episode of The Coaches Show, we’re joined by Mike McGowan, owner of Prime Paintball in Alabama, to dive deep into one of the most important transitions in the game—helping recreational players make the leap into competitive tournament paintball. Mike brings years of grassroots experience to the table...

🎙 The Coaches Show Podcast – Episode 74We’re back with a legendary lineup for Episode 74, and this one’s a must-watch for paintball fans of all eras! 💥🏆 Todd Adamson – A true icon of the game and Chicago Aftershock veteran – joins us after his team’s massive win at the ICPL Maryland event. Todd breaks down the event, the mindset of winning OG-style, and how Aftershock is still a dominant force i...

🎙️ The Coaches Show | Episode 73 – Featuring Tom Cole, President of Major League PaintballIn this special episode, we’re joined by Tom Cole, the President of Major League Paintball, for an in-depth conversation on the future of the sport and some huge developments coming soon.🟡 Topics Covered:📺 A game-changing TV deal that could elevate paintball to new heights🧪 Insights into a bold test format...

Episode 72: From 22nd to Dominant – Coach Noel Tran & Preferred Mob’s Mercy Rule RampageIn this episode of The Coaches Show, we sit down with Coach Noel Tran of Preferred Mob, fresh off one of the most commanding performances in recent memory at the 2025 NXL Atlantic City Open—where his team won every single match by mercy rule. After finishing 22nd at Event 1, Preferred Mob showed up to Event...

Episode 71: Three-Peat Glory – Coach Casey Harris & Paintball FIT's DominanceIn this milestone episode of The Coaches Show, we welcome back Coach Casey Harris of Paintball FIT—fresh off his third consecutive professional tournament win. Casey and his squad have been on an absolute tear, cementing their place as a dominant force in modern paintball. We dive deep into Paintball FIT's jou...

Tonight Mike and Ryan are joined by Coaches Shane Pestana of the LA Ironmen and Kevin Bredthauer of Tampa Bay Damage. The guys will discuss the upcoming NXL Atlantic City Open Pro brackets, the layout and make picks for Sunday bracket play. See you soon! Get Maxt: https://maxtsportswear.com/ BKi : https://www.bkipaintball.com/ Shop Major League Paintball: https://www.majorleaguepb.com/shop

You've asked and we listened! Many of you have asked us for a communication episode, on this show we will breakdown the basics of communication. From field walk, bunker names, code library, zone calls, the communication tree and some if this then that, we will give you the foundational concepts to help you and your team evolve in these elements. Discussion will follow each component. Get Maxt:...

It's episode 68 of the Coaches show, the podcast dedicated to all things revolving around paintball - the coaching, strategy, theory, and of course, the people who make this sport what it is. This past weekend was the NXL Europe Portugal Invitational in beautiful Lisbon Portugal. Congratulations to Joy Division for defeating Roholt Dynamite in the finals to win the Pro Division. Of course, our...