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Results: 2024 CMP Talladega 600
Jared Sonti sets new EIC revolver record at 2024 CMP Talladega 600.
The New (Old) Winnequah Gun Club
Winnequah Gun Club in Wisconsin boasts a great range with great people running the matches.
Good Sportsmanship And Upholding A Tradition: 1965 National Matches
Range improvements prior to the 1965 National Matches allowed for additional high power practice and competitions at 200 and 300 yards.
Results: 2024 NRA Arizona State JROTC 3-Position Air Rifle Championship
There were 40 high school competitors at the 2024-25 NRA Arizona State JROTC 3-Position Air Rifle Championship.
Year In Review: SSUSA Covers Of 2024
Shooting Sports USA covers tell a story about what’s new and noteworthy in that moment. Here’s what mattered in 2024.
Sam Simonton On Winning ISSF World Cup Final Gold Medal: ‘I Proved A Lot to Myself This Competition’
In October, Sam Simonton won gold at the ISSF World Cup Final in New Delhi, India, the only U.S. shooter to medal at the match.
Arizona Defense Match Attracts Newcomers And Old Hands Alike
ASRPA’s Arizona Defense Match, which is based on NRA High Power competition, conducts 2024 State Championship in December.
Results: 2024 Louisiana State High Power Rifle Championship
Chance Cavin walked away from the 2024 Louisiana State High Power Rifle Championship with this year’s title.
Joe Charnigo’s Shooting Accomplishments Prove He’s No ‘Average Joe’
Champion trapshooter Joe Charnigo was dubbed “Ohio Joe” to differentiate him from all the other Joes while attending competitions across the country.
Blankenship Extends NRA Pistol Championship Win Streak To Five: 1964 National Matches
Attendance continued to surge at the National Matches in 1964, where crowds were wowed by Bill Blankenship landing a record-setting fifth consecutive NRA Pistol Championship title.
Steel Challenge And USPSA Competition Q&A: Rule Explanations, Scoring Questions
NROI Director Troy McManus answers questions about Steel Challenge and USPSA competition.
Fairless Captures Distinguished Rifleman Badge With M1 Garand: ‘It Gave Me A Chance’
For Bill Fairless, the M1 Garand is more than just a gun, it represents a special bond between father and son.
Addressing Unsportsmanlike Behavior In USPSA Competition
When all competitors pitch in at a USPSA match, everyone benefits.
U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit To Lead Training At 2025 CMP Talladega Spring Classic
Whether a seasoned competitor or a beginner, the recreational atmosphere of the Talladega Spring Classic is suitable for anyone interested in marksmanship.
Twisting Stoner’s Mouse Gun
The switch to a 1:7-inch barrel twist rate made the M16 and AR-15 competitive at 600 yards in High Power competition.
Set Up Your Gear For Success
How to set up your holster, belt and magazine pouches for success in action shooting.
SIG Sauer P320 X-Five SXG For USPSA Carry Optics, Limited Optics
The SIG Sauer P320 X-Five SXG made its debut in June 2024 to much fanfare as the latest itereation of the celebrated X-Five series.
RCBS Expanding MatchMaster Lineup With 12 New Cartridge Offerings
RCBS is adding 12 cartridge options to its MatchMaster bullet seating die lineup that will be available in early 2025.
What’s In Your Range Bag, Madison Champion?
U.S. Paralympic air rifle competitor Madison Champion captured gold and silver medals at the 2019 Junior Olympic Nationals. She also competed with her Walther LG 300 Alutec air rifle at the 2023 Parapan American Games.
Breakthrough Year For Competition Shooting: 1963 National Matches
The 1963 NRA National Matches featured several milestones, including Gail Liberty successfully defending the women’s pistol title and Bill Blankenship landing a fourth consecutive national pistol championship.