Jersey Hit
Overview
A jersey hit is any confirmed paintbreak that lands on a player's jersey or clothing layer, resulting in an elimination regardless of color or visibility unless wiped by neutral contact.
Key Points
- A valid elimination if paint breaks on clothing.
- Referees check for splatter patterns to confirm breaks.
- Does not require marker impact to be visible front facing.
- Bounce vs break distinction applies the same as other body hits.
- Influences gear choices and fabric selection for competitive play.
Details
A jersey hit occurs when a paintball breaks on a player's jersey or any worn clothing layer. Breaks on the torso, arms, shoulders, or sleeves all count as legal eliminations. Referees examine hit patterns, including splash direction, fill consistency, and shell residue to verify the break.
Jersey material affects how easily paint breaks: tight, smooth jerseys tend to show clearer impacts, while padded or textured fabrics may cause partial or ambiguous breaks. Even small contained breaks are valid eliminations as long as clear fill is present.
Players must maintain equipment integrity any attempt to obscure or remove paint during active play is a major penalty. Jersey hit awareness is critical for front players who frequently take close range impacts.
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