EP01 Sterling Martin My Journey Into Pinball
The Pinball Studio Podcast
15 min
Summary
Sterling Martin chronicles his path from casual pinball player to tournament director and Georgia state IFPA representative.
Sterling Martin, host of The Pinball Studio Podcast, recounts his personal journey into pinball from childhood encounters with Attack from Mars and F-14 through becoming a competitive tournament organizer and Georgia state director. He details his progression from collecting Back to the Future memorabilia and purchasing machines (notably his first new-in-box Godzilla (Pro) from Old Town Pinball) to founding The Pinball Studio, a dedicated tournament venue in Richmond Hill, Georgia, built with personal investment and labor. The narrative emphasizes community building, venue culture, and the growth of competitive pinball in the Southeast.
In this debut episode of The Pinball Studio, host Sterling shares the story of how he first discovered pinball and what led him down the rabbit hole of competitive tournaments, collections, and building a pinball venue from the ground up. From childhood to building friendships, this episode sets the tone for what’s to come. Whether you’re new to the hobby or a longtime player, you’ll enjoy this personal and passionate look at one player’s path into the world of pinball.
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