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What’s Happening at Nationals

Written on July 20, 2018.

The 2018 Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) and Scholastic Action Shooting Program (SASP) national championships kicked off last Saturday, July 14 and concludes on Saturday, July 21. The event is being hosted by the Cardinal Shooting Center located near Marengo, OH.

A total of 275 teams from 26 states are participating – some as close as Ohio and as far as Washington. Over 2,700 athletes are scheduled to participate with over 1.25 million competition shots expected to be fired over 8 days. Athletes from around the country are participating in trap, doubles trap, handicap trap, skeet, doubles skeet, sporting clays, bunker trap, action pistol and action rifle events. Many athletes shoot multiple events translating to almost 7,000 total event entries for the eight day competition.

In addition to the main competition events there are many popular side events including the “Last Competitor Standing” shotgun competition and the “Beat the Pro” pistol side match.

When not shooting, athletes and their families have been spending time with the dozens of vendors on the Cardinal Center grounds and visiting special guests such as Larry and Brenda Potterfield, owners of MidwayUSA and founders of the MidwayUSA Foundation. The Potterfield’s have donated over $100 million to youth shooting sports organizations and teams across the country! Because of generous grants made possible by the Potterfield’s, the SSSF has been able to contribute nearly $8 million to SCTP and SASP Team Endowment accounts held at the MidwayUSA Foundation. Larry and Brenda enjoyed a day on the grounds featuring a team meet and greet, rifle shooting and trapshooting with youth athletes.

Additionally, pro shooter clinics have been conducted for all coaches and athletes to learn. Clinics have featured Dave Miller, Matt Hopkins, Max Michel, Lena Miculek and Ashley Rheuark.

Competition results can be found by following these links:

Stay tuned to our blog and social media for complete coverage of events from the rest of the week! Also, be sure to search on our official event hashtags #SCTPNationals2018 and #SASPNationals2018 for additional news and photos!

Over 550 Athletes compete in Wednesday’s “Last Competitor Standing” competition at SCTP/SASP National Championships

Written on July 19, 2018.

One of the most popular attractions at the SCTP/SASP National Championships each year is the Last Competitor Standing competition. This year over 550 athletes competed on Wednesday night after the Opening Ceremonies. The trap fields at the Cardinal Shooting Center were lined up as far as the eye could see as shooters of all ages and sizes stood shoulder to shoulder to compete for some great prizes and the ultimate title of last “man” or “lady” standing. Prizes were awarded to the Top 8 Finishers in the Men’s and Ladies Division and the Top 2 Finishers in the College Division.

LADIES
1st – Reanna Frauens – FL Young Guns @ Quail Creek (SKB IS300 – Belt Buckle)
2nd – Nicole Brees – IA Solon Springs (Shamrock Leather Shooting Bag)
3rd – Anna Feldman – NE Marion Trap Team (RE Ranger Phantom Shooting Glasses)
4th – Chloe Pemberton – TN South Gibson Trap Team (Shamrock Leather Shell Holder – 2 cases ammo)
5th – Morgan Clark – WI Flyway Clayslayers (Shamrock Leather Shell Holder – 2 cases ammo)
6th – Aimee Spiering – WI Union Grove Bronco’s (2 Cases Nobel Sport Ammo)
7th – Grace Voth – NE Marion Trap Team (2 Cases Nobel Sport Ammo)
8th – Jessica Ciezki – WI Waterford Wolverines (1 Case Nobel Sport Ammo)

MENS
1st – Kaden Westphal – CO St. Mary’s Trap Team (SKB IS300 – Belt Buckle)
2nd – Ethan Jensen – WI Burlington High School Demons (Shamrock Leather Shooting Bag)
3rd – Tyler VanPatten – WI Burlington High School Demons (RE Ranger Phantom Shooting Glasses)
4th – Wyatt Strasser – WI Waterford Wolverines (Shamrock Leather Shell Holder – 2 cases ammo)
5th – Hunter Pickerign – WI Menominee Mustangs (Shamrock Leather Shell Holder – 2 cases ammo)
6th – Dawson Sterner – PA Mason Dixon Claybusters (2 Cases Nobel Sport Ammo)
7th – George Clark – WI Marquette H.S. (2 Cases Nobel Sport Ammo)
8th – Gus Peterson – WI Osceola Trap Team (1 Case Nobel Sport Ammo)

COLLEGE
1st – Sam Nehmey – WI Marquette H.S. (Shamrock Leather Shooting Bag)
2nd – Cameron Asala – WI Marquette H.S. (1 Case of Nobel Sport Ammo)

In a “Champion of Champions” battle of the sexes competition 1st Place Ladies Division Champion, Reanna Frauens, bested Men’s Division Champions, Kaden Westphal and was awarded a Bob Allen Boyt Travel Gun Case.

Congratulations to all the Top Finishers in each division and good luck to all those who compete in Friday evening’s Last Man Standing competition!

2018 National Championships July 14-21 @ Ohio Cardinal Center

Written on June 29, 2018.

The 2018 Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) and Scholastic Action Shooting Program (SASP) National Championships is scheduled for July 14-21st, 2018 at the Cardinal Shooting Center in Marengo, OH. We hope you can join us!

Download the complete event program here

Scholastic Action Shooting Program (SASP) registration will open in the SHOT system on May 15th.

Scholastic Clay Target Program pre-registration will begin May 15th with general registration through the SHOT system open June 1st.

New for 2018!

Scholastic Clay Target Program High Over All Trap Event

SCTP will offer another High Over All (HOA) for teams that will include all of the “Trap” disciplines! Teams bringing athletes and competing in all 3 Trap disciplines of 16 yard Trap, Handicap Trap and Trap Doubles will have the opportunity for their team to earn a place among the top teams for a separate HOA!

This “Trap HOA” will be based on a team’s top 5 athletes in 16 yard trap, top 5 athletes in Handicap Trap and top 5 athletes in Trap Doubles. That total score will be used for the teams “Trap HOA”! It does not matter if the athletes are rookies or varsity as team scoring will be used!

These awards will be announced on the afternoon of Saturday, July 21^st along with the Trap awards and overall HOA awards at the Cardinal Shooting Center in Marengo, Ohio.

Teams don’t have to do anything different, they just need to have 5 or more athletes compete in each of these 3 disciplines to be eligible!

Scholastic Clay Target Program Schedule of Events

Saturday, July 14^thRotation #1 – 1^st 100 targets in Skeet, Handicap Trap, Double Trap
Bunker Competition is Open

Sunday, July 15^th
Rotation #1 – 2^nd 100 targets in Skeet, Handicap Trap, Double Trap
Bunker Competition is Open

Monday, July 16^th
Rotation #2 – 1^st 100 targets in Skeet, Handicap Trap, Double Trap
Rotation #1 – 1^st 100 targets in Sporting Clays
Bunker Trap Competition is Open

Tuesday, July 17^th
Rotation #2 – 2^nd 100 targets in Skeet, Handicap Trap, Double Trap
Rotation #1 – 2^nd 100 targets in Sporting Clays
Bunker Trap Competition is Open

Wednesday, July 18^th (Opening Ceremonies followed by Last Competitor Standing Competition)
Rotation #3 – 1^st 100 targets in Skeet, Handicap Trap, Double Trap
Rotation #2 – 1^st 100 targets in Sporting Clays
Rotation #1 – 1^st 100 targets in 16 yard trap
Bunker Trap Competition is Open
Burger / Hot Dog / Soda Social @ about 6pm

Thursday, July 19^th (Skeet & Sporting Clays Award Ceremonies at end of day)
Rotation #3 – 2^nd 100 targets in Skeet, Handicap Trap, Double Trap
Rotation #2 – 2^nd 100 targets in Sporting Clays
Rotation #1 – 2^nd 100 targets in 16 yard trap
Bunker Trap Competition is Open
Any Skeet & Sporting Clays Shoot Offs of squad ties
Meet Larry and Brenda Potterfield 2:00 – 3:30PM at the Banquet Hall
Pizza & Soda Party @ approximately 5pm

Friday, July 20^th (Handicap Trap, Double Trap & Bunker Trap Awards Ceremonies at end of day)
Rotation #2 – 1^st 100 targets in 16 yard trap
Skeet Doubles Competition Open
Bunker Trap Competition Open
College Recruiting and Conservation Partners Day at Hitter’s Building
1^st day of Kids & Clays / SCTP Charity Shoot
Any Handicap Trap, Double Trap & Bunker Trap shoot offs of squad ties
Last Competitor Standing Competition to follow awards ceremonies)
Ice Cream Social @ approximately 5pm

Saturday, July 21^st (Trap, Double Skeet, Main HOA and Trap HOA Awards Ceremonies)
Rotation #2 – 2^nd 100 targets in 16 yard trap
2^nd day of Kids & Clays / SCTP Charity Shoot
Skeet Doubles Shoot Off
Make a Break Shoot Off and Winner Announcement
Any Trap Shoot Offs of squad ties

SIDE GAMES, FUN & National Raffle! (Tickets Available at Registration Counter)
Make A Break Fun Shoot
Flurry Fun Shoot
National Raffle

Scholastic Action Shooting Program Schedule of Events

Saturday, July 14^thCompetition times, 9:00AM and 1:00PM

Sunday, July 15^th
Competition times, 9:00AM and 1:00PM

Monday, July 16^th
Competition times, 9:00AM and 1:00PM

Tuesday, July 17^th
Competition times, 9:00AM and 1:00PM

Wednesday, July 18^th
Competition times, 9:00AM and 1:00PM
Opening ceremonies approximately 5:00PM
Burger / Hot Dog / Soda Social @ about 6pm

Thursday, July 19^th
Competition times, 9:00AM and 1:00PM
Meet Larry and Brenda Potterfield 2:00 – 3:30PM at the Banquet Hall
Pizza & Soda Party @ approximately 5pm

Friday, July 20^th
Competition times, 9:00AM and 1:00PM
College Recruiting and Conservation Partners Day at Hitter’s Building
Ice Cream Social @ approximately 5pm

Saturday, July 21^st
Competition times, 9:00AM
Awards approximately 3:00PM

SIDE GAMES, FUN & National Raffle! (Tickets Available at Registration Counter)
Beat the Pro Side Match with Matt Hopkins, CZ-USA
Exhibitions and Clinics with Max Michel and Lena Miculek, Sig Sauer
Savage Rimfire Rifle Side Match
National Raffle

Additional Tournament Information and Resources

Media and information about nationals

Golf Cart Rentals – Eagle Golf Carts

Shotgun Ammunition Order Form

Briley Choke Tube and Accessories Pre-Order

Who Will Take Top Gun Honors in 2018?

Written on June 22, 2018.

The Scholastic Clay Target Program and Scholastic Action Shooting Program are excited to announce a new event at this year’s National Championships – the Top Gun Challenge.

Over the years we have watched the increase in athletes shooting multiple disciplines in both our programs at nationals. We wanted to find a way to recognize the commitment and stamina these athletes have shown competing in so many events, over the course of the week of nationals.

CZ-USA, a large sponsor of both SCTP and SASP heard us talking about wanting to start some kind of “Top Gun” competition and graciously offered to sponsor the top prize for the winner. CZ-USA will be donating a Shotgun, a Rifle and Pistol to SCTP/SASP and we will be awarding all three prizes to the High Overall Top Gun Challenge competitor.

With CZ’s support here is what we have come up with for the 2018 SCTP/SASP Nationals.

Top Gun Challenge Eligibility Criteria, Scoring and Prizes

Athletes wishing to compete in the Top Gun Challenge must be current team members in the Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) AND the Scholastic Action Shooting Program (SASP).
Athletes wishing to compete in the Top Gun Challenge must be pre-registered to shoot the following events at the 2018 National Championships:
- 16 Yard Trap
- Skeet
- Sporting Clays
- Rimifre Rifle (irons or optics)
- Centerfire or Rimfire Pistol
Each athlete wishing to compete in the Top Gun Challenge must complete a registration form in person at either the SASP or SCTP registration desk located at the Cardinal Center Central Entry Building prior to competing in their first event. Athletes will then shoot all competition events as usual.
We will compile scores from your events and calculate the winners. Trap, Skeet and Sporting Clays is easy you will get the total number of birds you break in each discipline, so a possible 600 points. Since SASP is based on time and not total targets hit, it will be done a little differently. We will take all participants and rank both their rifle times and their pistol times fastest to slowest.
- The fastest in each discipline will get 200, second place 199, third place 198 and so on down the line until everyone has a score. We will add all those points together and the athlete with the most points out of the possible 1000 will win.
Every Athlete who competes in all the events and signs up, will receive a Top Gun Challenge challenge coin just for participating and showing your shooting stamina.

Prizes for Athletes Grade 12 and Under

1^st prize – CZ USA 612 Target Shotgun, CZ 75 SP01 Phantom Pistol and a 512 American Rifle
2^nd Prize – CZ Drake 12ga. Over/Under
3rd Prize – Certificate for a GLOCK Pistol
4^th Prize – Mossberg Blaze .22 Rifle
5^th Prize – Case of Aguila shotgun shells and 1000 rounds of Federal Premium Hunter Match .22 ammo
6^th Prize – Walker’s electronic hearing protection, Certificate for XX2I glasses

Prizes for Collegiate Athletes

1^st Prize Mossberg Blaze .22 Rifle
2^nd Prize Certificate for XX2I Glasses
3^rd Prize Browning Range Bag

SCTP and SASP want to thank all of our sponsors for their support of our programs and the Top Gun Challenge!

Congratulations to 2018 Scholarship Recipients

Written on June 13, 2018.

Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation is proud to announce the 2018 recipients in its Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) and Scholastic Action Shooting Program (SASP) Scholarship Program. One hundred thirty three student athletes from 25 different states will receive scholarships totaling $83,300. From 2013 to date, SSSF has awarded nearly $400,000 in scholarship funds benefiting over 400 student athletes in the Scholastic Clay Target and Scholastic Action Shooting programs.

Athletes who are graduating from high school in 2018 and will enroll in college this year were eligible to apply for this year’s scholarships. Awards are based on SCTP/SASP participation, academics, need, essays and other factors. The scholarships are being funded by generous shooting industry sponsors, as well as supporters and donors who provide the SCTP with funds through national fundraising banquets.

Congratulations to the following 2018 Scholastic Action Shooting Program scholarship recipients:

State	Name	Sponsor
IA	Zachary Henry	GLOCK
KY	Austin Arnold	SASP
TN	Anders Rider	SASP
WI	Kiera Wood	GLOCK
WI	Teagan Richman	SASP
WI	Emily Rasmussen	Taurus

Congratulations to the following 2018 Scholastic Clay Target Program scholarship recipients:

State	Name
AZ	Hanna Hughes
AZ	Kira Cornell Dean
AZ	Cody Gill
AZ	Lewis Aul
CA	Lauren Hamada
CA	Wyatt Hambly
CA	Isaac Smith
CA	Alexander Ke
CO	Mason Wolfe
CO	Dalton Kirchhoefer
CO	Bryon Baca
GA	Charles Toms
GA	Kevin Bandt
IA	Dain Stolba
IA	Bailey Beckman
IA	Alexis Berte
IA	Allison Pettinger
IA	Brooke Willson
IA	Sydney Pierson
IA	Dayton Harson
IA	Garett Tierney
IA	Sarah Jordan
IA	Stephanie Vipond
IA	Trenton Kruse
IA	Christopher Mott
IA	Ashton Lamborn
IA	Lucas Schmitz
IA	Jenna Kinch
IA	Bailey Schmitz
IA	Caleb Williams
IA	Zachary Henry
IA	Cole Baskerville
IA	August Helgeson
IA	Dayne Crouch
IA	Nicole Breese
IA	Carter West
IA	Kyle Myers
IA	Sloan Volkman
IA	Willam Hurd
IA	Michael Mohr
IA	Carl Preston
IA	Rebecca Crawford
IL	Jesse Stevens
IL	Ryan St. Peters
IL	Isaac Barnes
IN	Jacob Eggebrecht
IN	Spencer Jordan
IN	Tyler Eggert
MA	Andrew Worringham
MA	Meagan Wyson
MA	Alexia Davos
MA	Devereux Marshall
MD	Chase Tyeryar
MI	Megan Scholl
MI	Joshua Bush
MN	Megan Ringate
MN	Austin Swan
MO	Tom Browne
NE	Anna Denman
NM	Patrick Lasher
OH	Julia Horner
OH	Derek Sinclair
OH	Courtney Leszczynski
OH	Eugene Koczwara
OH	Quinton Taylor
OH	Nolan Andrasik
OH	Kathryn Taylor
OH	Carson Ledford
OH	David Spradlin
OH	Matthew Le Cras
PA	Mauren Mitchell
PA	Dylan Henkins
PA	Nathan Metzger
SC	Mary Gregory
SC	Benjamin Tillman Kinney
SC	Aubrey Cromer
SC	Jessica Knox
SC	Tangie McFee
SC	Carrie Haltiwanger
SC	Abigail Milling
SD	Kjerstin Aspaas
TN	Jacob Pinson
TN	Anastasia Zimmerman
TN	Evan Fleet
TN	Tori Brown
TN	James Hartman
TN	Lauren Thomas
TN	Mikaela Messer
TN	Kincaid Gillespie
TX	Dakota Brown
TX	Charles Buckin III
TX	Victoria Scott
VA	Zachary Wells
WI	Zachary Becker
WI	Jack Meixelsperger
WI	Lea Beckman
WI	Sunny Rufsholm
WI	Laura Behr
WI	Andrew Grady
WI	Megan Cernohous
WI	Rebecca Reeves
WI	Jason Brewer
WI	Riley Hammer
WI	Aimee Spiering
WI	Josie McHugh
WI	Korryn Clint
WI	Matthew Bougie
WI	Ty Flannery
WI	Steven Klika
WI	William Zajkowski
WI	Matthew Wells
WI	Harlan Schwanebeck
WI	Reed Miller
WI	Ethan Jensen
WI	George Carlo Clark
WI	Samuel Coates
WI	Easton Meier
WI	Nicholas Mader
WI	Edie Keung
WI	Hunter Sadler
WI	Jordan Marvin
WI	Casey Lucas
WI	Adam Hilger
WI	Matthew Young
WI	Sarah Schwacher
WI	Ian Walton
WY	Reese Romero

2018 SSSF/NRA All-Scholastic Team Announced

Written on June 13, 2018.

The Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation(SSSF) and National Rifle Association (NRA) Competitive Shooting Sports division are proud to announce members of the 2018 All-Scholastic Team!

Over 230 student athletes from 25 states have been named to the team this year and will be recognized at the opening ceremonies of the SSSF/SCTP/SASP Team Championship event on July 18 in Marengo, Ohio.

The All-Scholastic Team recognizes the top student athletes in the SSSF’s Scholastic Clay Target and Scholastic Action Shooting Program for their achievements in the classroom, on the range and in their communities. Through an application process, 2018 All-Scholastic Team Members have proven academic excellence by posting 3.0 or better grade point averages, shooting excellent scores in recent competition (95% in trap or skeet, 85% in sporting clays, 88% in international trap/skeet or 75 seconds or less for SASP) and by demonstrating outstanding community involvement.

See the state-by-state athlete profiles for the 2018 All Scholastic Team members and learn more about how the SCTP and SASP are working to improve the lives of young people across the country.

Congratulations to all qualifying team members!

Reserve Golf Carts and Pre-Order Ammunition for Nationals

Written on June 9, 2018.

Do you or your team need to reserve golf carts or pre-order shotgun ammunition prior to the 2018 National Championships in Marengo, OH?

If so, please follow the links below to reserve your carts from Eagle Golf Carts or pre-order ammunition from the Sportsman’s Den.

Golf Cart Information and Reservations

Ammunition Pre-Order Information

The complete event program will be available soon – in the meantime please refer to the event information and schedule of events posted to our website.

We look forward to seeing you in July!

Safety Officers Needed At SASP Nationals

Written on June 7, 2018.

The Scholastic Action Shooting Program (SASP) is experiencing record growth again this year at the 2018 National Championships with nearly 450 athletes and almost 1,000 total entries to date! With this growth, we require additional help to run a smooth and efficient match. If you will be at the Cardinal Shooting Center July 14-21, have a half day to help and want to earn chances at some great prizes including a minimum of 5 guns, shooting gear and accessories please read on!

We are looking for half day commitments at the action shooting range to serve the roles of Safety Officers (SO) and scorekeepers. For each half day worked you will be eligible for a random drawing for the great prizes outlined above. If you have never worked on an action shooting range before, please view our YouTube video outlining the safety rules, standardized range commands and responsibilities.

If you would like to help as a score keeper please watch our video on entering scores using Practiscore.

Additional training will be provided on-site for those new to action shooting. Volunteers must be at least 18 to work as safety officers.

Go to our Signup Genius link to view times and locations where help is currently needed. Additional information will be shared with those signing up.

2018 SASP Midwest Regionals

Written on June 7, 2018.

The Scholastic Action Shooting Program (SASP) held a Midwest Regional match May 18-20, 2018, at the World Shooting and Recreational Complex in Sparta, IL.

Despite the wet conditions leading up to the weekend, which made for a great setting for a lone bullfrog spotted on the bays, the match was completed with enthusiasm by the athletes. Intermittent rain and a lightning delay did not dampen the spirits of the teams.

Seven states including Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Kentucky, Iowa, Tennessee and Wisconsin, were represented. There were 76 athletes and a total of 162 entries competing in the five disciplines. Athletes in rookie, intermediate, senior and collegiate divisions participated in the match.

Top teams included Steel Shooters of Traer (IA) in intermediate rimfire pistol, non-collegiate open 1911, collegiate open 1911, intermediate optic rifle and intermediate iron rifle; Bluegrass Sportsmen’s League Steel Cats (KY) in non-collegiate open rimfire pistol; Hoosier Daddy Rifle & Pistol (IN) in collegiate open centerfire and non-collegiate open iron rifle; Arnold Junior Shooter (MO) in senior centerfire; Union Grove (WI) in non-collegiate open centerfire and senior 1911; Ozaukee Scholastic Shooting Sports (WI) in senior iron rifle and senior optics rifle; McKenzie Shooting Sports (TN) in rookie optic rifle and non-collegiate open iron rifle.

CZ-USA Renews Sponsorship with SCTP

Written on May 22, 2018.

CZ-USA announced recently that they will sponsor the SCTP again as a Platinum Level Sponsor for the 2018 shooting year! CZ-USA has developed the “SCTP Sterling” available now as well as competition type shotguns like the CZ-USA “All American Trap Combo” and the “612 Target ” for competitive shooters of all ages. People can see many of these fine firearms at our national championships being held July 14-21 at the Cardinal Shooting Center in Marengo, Ohio!

“The SCTP is a world class program and understands what it takes to run a youth shooting organization!” said Dave Miller, CZ-USA’s Special Project & Shotgun Product Manager. “We believe very strongly in the SCTP’s mission and direction and are proud to support such a fine organization with our products!”

CZ-USA has supported the SCTP at a very high level now for several years. They are constantly looking for ways to get more involved with both the SCTP and the SASP, both programs of the SSSF.

“We are very proud to have World record holder Dave Miller and CZ-USA a part of our program!” commented Tom Wondrash, SCTP National Director. “CZ-USA is a great friend and partner of not only our national organization but of the teams and families as well! Like many of our other sponsors, CZ-USA gets it. They understand that our youth are the future of the shooting sports and they work closely with us in developing more opportunities for them. We appreciate all they do in support of what we stand for!”

Are you or your company interested in being part of or supporting the largest competitive youth shooting program in the world? Then contact Tom Wondrash, SCTP National Director at twondrash@sssfonline.com or check out our 2018 Media Guide at: https://sssfonline.org/about-sssf/advertise-us/.