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=== SPPLAT Attack (2002) ===

The first '''William Shatner's SPPLAT Attack''' was held on '''31 August 2002''' at Challenge Park Xtreme, near Joliet, Illinois.

The event used a ''Star Trek''-themed scenario, with permission from Paramount Pictures to incorporate names and imagery from the franchise.

Participants were divided into three armies:

* '''Federation''' – Commanded by William Shatner, assisted by scenario organisers Patric "PacMan" McKinnon and Kerry "Viper" Rosenberry.
* '''Borg''' – Commanded by [[Tom Kaye]], president of Airgun Designs, with assistance from [[Bud Orr]] of [[Worr Game Products]].
* '''Klingons''' – Commanded by Chicago radio presenter Eric "Mancow" Muller.

The participating armies competed for objectives across the playing fields, with missions and alliances contributing to the scenario's outcome.[2][4]

The event also incorporated other entertainment and paintball activities, including a pump-marker tournament and demonstrations.

Shatner arrived at the playing area using a powered paraglider.

Contemporary coverage documented his active participation, including commanding players, negotiating with opposing forces and taking part in the paintball action.[4]

The event attracted more than 1,000 participants, including experienced scenario players, recreational players and ''Star Trek'' enthusiasts.[3]