Ep 1. Antonio Brown's Touchdown Tank
- TV-PG
- October 6, 2017
- 41 min
In Tanked season 13 episode 1, viewers are introduced to a football superstar Antonio Brown, who wants his very own custom aquarium created for his home. With the skills of the team at Las Vegas-based Acrylic Tank Manufacturing (ATM), they set out to create a unique fish tank for Brown's touchdown celebration room.
Brown, who has played for teams like the Pittsburgh Steelers, New England Patriots, and the Oakland Raiders, has always been passionate about marine life and wanted a customized tank that reflected his personality and love for the sport. The challenge thrown at the ATM team was to create a football-themed aquarium with a wow factor.
The team, led by brothers-in-law Brett Raymer and Wayde King, jump right into the project, aiming to make it the best one yet. The episode features an insight into the design process, where the team tries to capture Brown's style into the fish tank. King, a master in designing aquatic ecosystems, shows off his skills by detailing the tank's structure, including a unique challenge of repositioning the tank multiple times due to the room's tight dimensions.
Meanwhile, Raymer, who spearheads the sales and marketing department, is on top of the logistics, ensuring that the project is delivered on time and meets Brown's exact requirements. The episode also features a humorous side of Raymer, with his quirky and lighthearted approach to every issue, making the project a smooth-sailing one.
Once the tank's design and installation are complete, the team focuses on selecting the perfect fish species to go along with Brown's design. They enlist the help of a fish expert who guides them in picking the correct fish that will thrive in the tank's environment. The team is known for using creative elements to spice up aquariums, and this episode is no exception. They incorporate a football field with a mini revolving football showcasing Antonio's skills and achievements, adding a unique touch to their design.
Overall, the episode is a testament to the ATM team's skills and dedication to aquarium design. Whether you're a football fanatic or not, this episode has something for everyone, showcasing the creation of an awe-inspiring structure that could be the center of attention in any room.