Fort Wayne, IN, January 30, 2026 – Kore Outdoor (G.I. Sportz) today announced a new OEM manufacturing agreement with Contract Killer (CK) to develop and produce a three-tier line of paintballs engineered to CK’s specifications. Through this partnership, Kore and CK will work collaboratively from a specification and performance standpoint to build a paint program designed to meet the demands of players across training, competitive, and premier performance applications.
Under the agreement, Kore will leverage its long-standing expertise in paintball research, formulation, and high-volume production to manufacture paint that is consistent with CK’s performance targets. The program will be developed through a shared specification process focused on flight consistency, shell performance, fill visibility, and overall reliability—ensuring each tier delivers a clearly defined on-field experience.
“Kore is excited to participate in and partner with Contract Killer on this initiative,” said Billy Ceranski, CEO of Kore Outdoor. “Our mission is to help grow the paintball market by working with reputable brands that share a commitment to performance, player experience, and long-term growth. CK has a strong vision for promoting paintball and expanding awareness of the sport, and that aligns directly with our own. Growing paintball is the key—and partnerships like this are how we move the game forward together.”
The new three-tier paintball line will be developed through a joint roadmap that aligns CK’s product vision with Kore’s manufacturing capabilities, quality systems, and global production infrastructure. Kore’s teams will support the program with disciplined process controls and repeatable production standards aimed at delivering consistent performance across each run.
Additional product and availability details will be announced later.
About Kore Outdoor (G.I. Sportz)
Kore Outdoor is a global leader in paintball and action sports manufacturing, known for advanced paint formulation, high-capacity production, and trusted brands that support players at every level of the game.
Kore Outdoor is excited to announce the official reopening of the renowned GAP paintball plant near Reno, Nevada. Our manufacturing and distribution facility is now fully operational, proudly producing and shipping top-tier paintballs worldwide. Complementing our premier facility in Montreal, this marks Kore Outdoor’s investment in two exceptional paintball plants across North America, facilitating the production of GI Sportz, Empire, DXS, Dynasty, and our full range of paintball products.
Formerly known as the Great American Paintball factory, this facility holds a legendary status, notably recognized for its production of exceptional paintballs, including the iconic banana-scented Dynasty paint. Originally founded by the esteemed father of Dynasty player Alex Fraige, the reopening of this plant embodies Kore Outdoor’s commitment to upholding Richard Fraige’s legacy of crafting superior paintball products in the United States.
By manufacturing onsite and delivering fresh products directly to stores and fields throughout the West Coast and beyond, we are streamlining the supply chain and ensuring that our paint reaches the market with unprecedented speed and freshness. This facility further solidifies our dedication to delivering excellence in every paintball experience.
