Weekly Newsletter ft. John Moran of Ruthless PB
New GXG Pod Color: Breakout Blue! Photos: Territo Photo, Video: TonTon Forever by Fava Photography, Want your product featured?
GXG Sports has released a new pod color called Breakout Blue! Pods are an often underappreciated aspect of the game and GXG has been making quality products in the space since the companies inception. Head over to gxgsports.com to check out the new color and all of GXG’s offerings.
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I’d like to extend some gratitude to Marino Territo for contributing some great photos this week to the newsletter! I always enjoy talking with people doing great things in paintball and I am always impressed by the collaborative nature of the community.
Check out Territo Photo on Instagram (@territophoto)
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This week, I’m showcasing a short video from one of my favorite creators in paintball. George Fava has been doing amazing work in paintball for a while now and his content deserves to be shared and appreciated more. This video is the introduction to the larger series from Planet Eclipse. In just two minutes, you start to buy into the story of the TonTons. Head over to YouTube, watch this video and start to dive into the whole series!
Watch TonTon Forever:
Q&A With John Moran of Ruthless Paintball
How was Ruthless PB started?
“Ruthless Paintball was started from the belief that players deserved better—better service, better gear, and better representation. What began as a passion project to fill a void in the market quickly evolved into a full-service brand driven by innovation, speed, and a deep respect for the grind of competitive paintball. Built by players, for players, Ruthless continues to grow with the same mission: empower teams and athletes with premium gear and authentic support.”
Do you have any flagship products for 2025?
“Yes—2025 is shaping up to be a huge year for product innovation. Our flagship products include:
Custom Breeze Jerseys: Lightweight, breathable, and tailored for performance. We offer over 235 semi-custom templates on our site, with options for full custom design.
Dry-Fit Tech Tees: Made from 100% birdseye polyester, these dye-sublimated tees are fade-proof and designed to keep athletes cool in the heat.
Premium Woven Goggle Straps: A standout new offering for 2025—multi-color custom woven straps, fully sublimated backings, and player-personalized options available.
Custom Field & Booth Displays: Including canopies, tablecloths, backdrops, and gridwall accessories—perfect for teams and fields looking to level up their presence.”
What teams/players are you sponsoring/supporting for 2025? Any leagues?
“We’re proud to support a growing list of programs in 2025, including:
Texas Titans
Razorbacks
Asylum Extreme
We’re also continuing to support the National XBALL League (NXL) and are actively working to expand into Major League Paintball (MLP) as an official vendor and product partner.”
Are you attending any events this year? Will you have a booth?
“Yes—we’ll have vendor booths at all NXL National Events, plus several regional series throughout the year.
Confirmed 2025 Booth Appearances:
Rest of the season
NXL Lone Star Major – Dallas, TX
NXL World Cup – Kissimmee, FL
Select MVPS and ICPL events (TBD)
We’ll have full booths stocked with limited-edition gear, team apparel, and exclusive event drops. Stop by, say what’s up, and grab something you won’t find online.”
What creatives are involved in the project?
“All creative direction, branding, and design oversight is led by me, John Eric Moran, founder of Ruthless Paintball.”
Do you have any supporters you’d like to thank or shout out?
“Absolutely. Huge shoutout to all the teams and players who believed in us early, our regional field partners, and the tournament organizers who hustle every weekend. Special thanks to the NXL for opening doors for vendor partnerships and helping grow the sport. And lastly, to the paintball community at large—you’re the reason we do this. We’re proud to be part of your journey.”
How can readers find you?
Website: www.ruthlesspb.com
Instagram: @ruthlesspb
Facebook: facebook.com/RuthlessPb
TikTok: @ruthlesspaintball
You can also DM us directly on social for quotes, questions, or collab ideas. We’re fast to reply.”
What goals do you have for the company in 2025?
“2025 is all about growth and refinement. Our top goals include:
Expanding our custom woven goggle strap program
Scaling our youth division support and development programs
Becoming a top-tier vendor for MLP and NXL
Launching retail-ready limited edition lines of apparel and gear
Increasing international distribution of our products
Deepening community involvement through event support, team sponsorships, and giveaways
We’re not just building a brand—we’re helping build the next era of paintball.”
As always, I’m grateful for Paintball Dirt’s devoted readers for always interacting with the newsletter and helping send good news my way! I understand that some weeks will have less news than others, but I will always do my best to provide and share positive and engaging content. If you have any products or news you’d like included — please reach out! I will be doing more product reviews in the coming months as well as featuring people in different aspects and areas of paintball.
Thank you.
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