Every session, some of the bravest International House residents met in an extreme challenge one can only experience in the army . Paintball is not only about fun childhood games of hide and seek but it also displays teamwork, intelligence, adventure and determination by which no boundary exists between male and female. Once the spirit of adrenalin starts pumping, one can. help but love the thrill of the game . Around 30 residents had their opportunity to experience this combat-like event which takes place in one of Sydney's famous Paintball fields. Hardly anyone return without bruises and minor wounds after a few hours of aggressive contest. The Green team took pride after outclassing the Black team with a convincing score of 4-1. Despite of exhaustion, everybody shares fun in a strong competitive spirit. After all, this is one chance for residents to relax from everyday responsibilities and to rekindle spirit of adventure together with their fellow residents.

Photographs courtesy of Nathan Tang, Ong Ching Ying and Hans Teja.