“Tag: competitive shooting”

Over the past six months, countless sporting events in the U.S. have been canceled, postponed or had a location change due to measures intended to hinder the spread of Covid-19. Indeed, the coronavirus pandemic even forced the cancellation of the historic National Matches, as well as NRA-sanctioned shooting tournaments across the country.

NRA is fully engaged every day protecting and fighting for our freedom. As we fight those battles, thanks to your support, it is easy to lose sight of all the NRA is also doing for gun safety (actual gun safety, not how anti-gunners use the term).

In this second installment of my monthly update from General Operations, I wish to recognize the hundreds of thousands of competitive shooters who exemplify the traditions of the first NRA Creedmoor Matches held in April 1873.

The 2018 shooting season featured world-class shooting and some memorable moments. Here are a few highlights.

Rhode bested more than 200 competitors to win her 21st gold medal at the International Shooting Sport Federation match in Tucson, Ariz.

Scholastic Action Shooting Program boasts 518 competitors, showing the Second Amendment has fans among the younger generation.

Mental preparation is one key component before shooting in a competition.

The round is legal for all USPSA competitions and should allow shooters to reacquire the target more quickly.

Have fun while you train, and learn about Power Factors while you’re at it so you can pick the right gun and ammunition to use.