Junior Shooters

Posted By admin on April 18, 2017

CIVILIAN MARKSMANSHIP PROGRAM

• Camp Perry Training Site, Bldg. 3
• P.O. Box 576, Port Clinton, OH 43452
• Tel (419) 635-2141
• Web site:  www.TheCMP.org
• On-Line Newsletter:  http://thecmp.org/communications/the-first-shot/

By Ashley Brugnone, CMP Writer

In a remarkable performance at the 2017 Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) Regional Three-Position Air Rifle Championships, Kristen Hemphill, 17, of TX Hill Country Shooting Club, fired a new standing National Record score of 200-19x. To put it in perspective, she hit the x-ring, which is roughly the size of the head of a pin, 19 out of a possible 20 times in a row.

That same day, she mirrored her standing score by firing a prone score of 200-19x. Hemphill recorded her incredible scores on the CMP’s electronic target Mobile Range, which was assembled in Layton, Utah, April 6-8. Teams came from as far as Honolulu, Hawaii, and Anchorage, Alaska, to compete in the annual competition.

Regional events were also held concurrently at CMP’s north air gun range, the Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center at Camp Perry, Ohio, and CMP’s south air gun range at the South Competition Center in Anniston, Ala., in March.

Her record-score of 200-19x equates to hitting the head of a pin 19 out of 20 consecutive times.

The match is a 3×20 air rifle event, where sporter and precision class competitors from 4-H, Scouts, American Legion, club or JROTC rifle programs fire 20 shots at each position: prone, standing and kneeling. Overall winners at each location include:

The top 3 precision juniors at the CMP Regional event at Camp Perry, in Port Clinton, Ohio. The top teams and individuals from all 3 regional events will compete in June at Camp Perry.

 

Hemphill received a standing ovation as she took the stage to be recognized for her outstanding accomplishment.

Layton, Utah:

Sporter:

• Aaron McCommon, Flowing Wells JROTC, AZ – 1196.1
• Kade Jackovich, Rio Salado, AZ – 1192.8
• Nathan Fahrenbrook, NE – 1189.2

Precision:

• Kristen Hemphill, TX Hill Country Shooting Club, TX – 1286.5
• Taylor Gibson, North Salem Sniping Vikings, OR – 1279.8
• Maya Boyle, Borealis Bullseyes, AK – 1279

Camp Perry, Ohio:

Sporter:

• Emma Thompson, Freeport High School, IL – 1219.1
• Jaycie Hoenig, Zion Benton High School, IL – 1216.9
• Hailey Smith, Zion Benton High School, IL – 1197.4

Precision:

• Calista Smoyer, Ontelaunee Jr. Rifle Team, PA – 1280
• Justin Kleinhans, Black Swamp Jr. Rifle, OH – 1276.2
• Mica Harr, Palmyra Junior Rifle Team, PA – 1273.5

Anniston, Ala.:

Sporter:

• Levi Carlson, Nation Ford High School MCJROTC, SC – 1217.2
• Rebecca Cook, Gulfport MCJROTC, MS – 1196
• Gabrielle Phelps, Gulfport MCJROTC, MS – 1195.4

Precision:

• Adrian Hickerson, Creek Wood High School, TN – 1275.8
• Makenzie Sheffield, Granbury MCJROTC, TX – 1272.2
• Ryan McAndrews, MCGC KATS, AL – 1270.6

Top teams and individuals will be invited to the 2017 CMP National Three-Position Air Rifle Championship, June 21-26, at the Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center in Ohio. The event is free and open to the public.

Guests will also be able to personally see CMP’s new air gun targets, installed in November 2016. The Kongsberg Target System (KTS) targets used in the range are powered by OpticScore technology, which are scored optically by internal LED lights. The range also features monitors at each firing point and large overhead monitors for spectators to keep track of scores.

Junior marksmen participating in the CMP National Championship will also automatically be entered in the USA Shooting National 3P Junior Olympics – fired at the Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center. Precision competitors will compete on June 22, while sporter competitors will follow on June 25.

For a complete list of results of the CMP Regional Championships, visit https://ct.thecmp.org/app/v1/index.php?do=match&task=edit&match=15054&tab=results. More information about the CMP 3P Air Rifle Championships can be found on the CMP website at http://thecmp.org/air/national-three-position-air-rifle-championships/.

Photos of the Regional events can be found on the CMP Zenfolio page at http://cmp1.zenfolio.com/f94018244.

The Civilian Marksmanship Program is a federally chartered 501 (c) (3) non-profit corporation. It is dedicated to firearm safety and marksmanship training and to the promotion of marksmanship competition for citizens of the United States. For more information about the CMP and its programs, log onto www.TheCMP.org.

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Posted By admin on April 13, 2017

The Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation is proud to announce the 2017 SCTP and SASP Scholarship Program. The scholarship program rewards deserving Scholastic Clay Target Program and Scholastic Action Shooting Program graduating seniors with needed college assistance. Through this program the Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation has provided over $200,000 in scholarship funds in the last four years to assist high school seniors in pursuing higher education. The main objective is to award as many scholarships as possible to qualifying SCTP / SASP graduating seniors. The application deadline is April 17^th so, apply now using our online application form at sssfonline.org!

SSSF is establishing minimal guidelines for the selection procedure, thus allowing the final selection to be as simple as possible.

General Procedures:

• Each applicant must be a graduating senior within the year of the awarded scholarship and must be registered for college before the scholarship is awarded in that same year.
• Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative Grade Point Average through the most recent grading period ending on or before April 1, 2017.
• Each prospective recipient must be registered as a full-time college student before the scholarship is awarded and must provide the name of the post-secondary college or community/ junior college to receive the scholarship proceeds. Each scholarship check will be mailed to the appropriate college in the student’s name by October 1, The scholarship funds are to be used for tuition, fees, etc. This is a one-time, non-renewable scholarship.
• Applicants may not be in receipt of any “full” scholarship funds in order to qualify (i.e., athletics, military academy, academic, etc. ).
• Applicants must have participated during 2016-2017 in one of their SCTP / SASP State Championships, National Championships, or regional events in Trap, Skeet, Sporting Clays, or Olympic Bunker; Olympic Skeet Championships, Pistol or Rifle.
• Applicants must be able to complete all parts of the application packet:
• Application / Personal Information Page:
  • One Page Student Resume or School and Non-School Activities and Honors
  • One Page Essay (see  Essay Guidelines)
  • Must attach current high school transcript or home school transcript!

  Funds will be awarded, if available, and the goal is to assist as many SCTP / SASP graduating high school seniors as possible.

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Posted By admin on March 21, 2017

By Cameron Burke (18)

Cam, his deer taken at 450 yards with an Ashbury Precision Ordnance 6.5 Creedmoor custom rifle and a 140-grain Hornady  ELD cartridge, with his grandpa.

Fall signifies the beginning of school, football season, and most importantly deer hunting season. My deer hunting experiences in the past have been typically limited to getting a shot within two hundred yards, using my Tikka .243. At the time, I was only confident out to that distance. Now, with the accuracy of the Ashbury Precision Ordnance 6.5 Creedmoor rifle and the Hornady 140 ELD or ELD X rounds I have had the opportunity to use, I am confident out to at least three times that distance!

This year’s deer season was a very special one. My grandpa took all of us grandkids hunting. This was the first year all five of us were old enough to hunt deer, with my youngest cousin Brenett finally coming of age. Throughout the season each kid got to go out at different times to an area where the deer were plentiful. The youngest kids, my brother Jack and my cousin Brenett shot their first bucks this season, and my grandpa was there to share in the adventure and their excitement!  My other two cousins, Bryce and Brianna also shot nice bucks, with my grandpa there to guide and support them. With the workload of my Senior year, where missing a school day can leave me drowning in homework, I didn’t go out until the last day of the season. It was a family affair, with my grandpa, my cousin Bryce, his dad (my uncle Gary), and one of my best friends, Garrett. Garrett had already shot his deer but volunteered to go to help pack out if needed, and I definitely needed it.

Grandpa and some of the younger juniors.

It was a cool, crisp day, and we had been driving and hiking around all morning. By the time we got into deer, it was around two o’clock in the afternoon. Bryce and his dad were on one side of a ridge glassing down at some does, so my grandpa and I drove up the trail in our UTV to check the other side. Sure enough, there was a little buck standing on the next hillside, which was approximately five hundred yards away. I hopped out of the UTV with my Ashbury and gear and hiked to a spot where I had a clear line of sight to all of his exit points. I quietly positioned myself down on the ground in a prone position, with my Atlas bipod extended and my Rifles Only sling around my shoulders in a sturdy hold. All my long-range training kicked in, thanks to my coaches Brian and Travis, it gave me confidence and pride as I prepared to take the shot. Previously, I had checked all of my atmospherics and calculated my DOPE. I checked the range with my Sig Kilo rangefinder and found the deer to be about four hundred and fifty yards away.

After confirming my data, I DOPEd up my Leupold VX6, racked a 140-grain ELD into the chamber and put the reticle right behind his shoulder. Once I took my breaths and found that perfect lull of nothing between breaths, I squeezed the trigger to the point of the break and sent a round. I hit him behind the shoulder, but just a little far back from the heart. He jumped and made his way to the bottom of the ravine. While on his way down I gave him another round, striking him behind the shoulder once more. He stopped in his tracks. As he stood slightly hunched over, I sent a final round to his neck to put him down. I was grateful for this animal, the quick kill, and the opportunity to be on the mountain that day.

Cam, with his Ashbury Precision Ordinance custom 6.5 Creedmoor long-range rifle specifically designed for Precision Rifle Shooting (PRS) matches. It has a Leupold VX-6 (3-18×44) scope with a TMR reticle. With accuracy of less than .25 MOA, it also makes a fantastic long-range deer rifle!

Once I got to the bottom of the ravine, I confirmed the buck was dead and then checked my shots. The two shots behind the shoulder were practically one hole, I had never shot such a good group on an animal before! Even though the Hornady ELD is not their official hunting round, it still made light work of the mule deer. The rifle ran smoothly, and I was able to stay on target for every shot. The Leupold glass on the rifle was very crisp and clear, and I could see every feature of the deer, as well as where my shots were impacting. After this exciting minute or so, then came the real work, gutting and dragging that hog of a deer UP the ravine.

My grandpa was very proud of me, and it was exciting to have him there, but then he gave me another great hunting lesson…what goes down in the ravine must be packed back out of the ravine. This is where my good friend Garrett came into play. We ended up dragging it by the antlers all the way up the hill. It took us less than two hours, but I was definitely ready for a nap afterward. As we finally came to the top of the ravine, covered in blood and sweat, I could see my grandpa smiling at me with pride and excitement.

Hornady 140-grain ELD ammunition with an APO sticker.

This deer season was a very special one because my grandpa got to take all of his grandkids out and every one of us got a buck, 5 in all. The only girl out of the grandkids, my cousin Brianna, shot the biggest buck of all, and she was sure to let us know about it!

This season was definitely the best deer season for our whole family, and I would like to thank Ashbury Precision Ordnance for letting me use such an amazing rifle, Leupold for the scope, and Hornady for the ammo to get the job done.  Thank you to Junior Shooters as well, who has given me the opportunity to use and have access to all of our wonderful sponsors.  Junior Shooters has taught me shooting skills that are not only great and effective for competition, but skills I can use enjoying an amazing hobby.

Last but not least, a big thank you to my Grandpa for taking me hunting all of these years, it is truly one of the things I look forward to every year.

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Posted By admin on March 14, 2017

 

By Ashley Brugnone, CMP Writer

ANNISTON, Ala. – Emma Thompson, who has repeatedly set and broke over nine of her own Navy Sporter JROTC National Records during the last few Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) 3×20 air rifle events, did so again on Day 2 of the JROTC Regional Service Championship, held in February. But, much like her other records, it didn’t stand for long – in fact, it lasted less than 20 minutes.

Emma Thompson (center) topped the overall sporter class, but it was Jesseca Montcrieff (right) who broke Thompson Navy JROTC Standing score National Record by one point. Photo courtesy of Freeport Pretzel Navy JROTC Facebook page

Thompson recorded a new Navy JROTC Sporter Standing National Record score, but on the same relay, Jesseca Montcrieff outshot Thompson’s new score by one point – setting the record for herself with a score of 189-4x.

Both junior girls gave incredible performances during the Regional Championships, finishing first and second, respectively, overall in the Navy Championship as well as amongst all of the JROTC Services. The exceedingly talented Thompson remarkably finished with an aggregate score 30 points above Montcrieff – completely securing her place at the top of the sporter class.

With Regionals completed, the final step in the JROTC Service Championship competition series is the National Championship, waiting to be held at the CMP’s South Competition Center in Anniston, Ala., March 23-25.

Like the Regional events, the National match is a 3×20 air rifle competition, where competitors fire 20 record shots from three positions: prone, standing and kneeling. Visitors are welcome into the range to observe the National Championships at any time during the match, with free admission. Guests will also be able to personally see CMP’s new air gun targets, recently installed in November 2016.

The South Competition Center now includes the CMP South Store that is stocked to fulfill equipment and memorabilia needs. Marksmanship Nights, held year-round at the range for the public, allow visitors of virtually any age and experience levels to try their hands at air rifle or air pistol shooting. For more on the South Competition Center, visit http://thecmp.org/air/cmp-competition-centers/.

For more information on the JROTC Service Championships, visit http://thecmp.org/air/jrotc-air-rifle-national-championship/.

Below is a list of the overall Top 3 Individual and Team competitors of the JROTC Regional Championships. For a complete list of results, visit https://ct.thecmp.org/app/v1/index.php?do=match&tab=results&task=edit&match=14884.

Spectators are welcome to watch the National Championships at the South Competition Center in Anniston – free of charge!

INDIVIDUAL RESULTS:

Navy JROTC:

Sporter:

1. Emma Thompson, Freeport High School, IL – 1241.9
2. Jesseca Montcrieff, Oviedo High School, FL – 1204.1
3. Jaycie Hoenig, Zion Benton High School, IL – 1204

Precision:

1. Veronica Stanley, Stockbridge High School, GA – 1273.1
2. Samantha Miller, Los Alamos High School, NM – 1271.9
3. Shannon Tyssen, Upson Lee High School, GA – 1267

Air Force JROTC:

Sporter:

1. Brianna Fish, Clover High School, SC – 1177.7
2. Kade Jackovich, Desert Ridge High School, AZ – 1171.6
3. Kristopher Dauble, Clover High School, SC – 1159.5

Precision:

1. Rayven Fincher, Monroe Area High School, GA – 1269.5
2. Ashley Stacy, Monroe Area High School, GA – 1244.1
3. Kaci McCrary, Prairie High School, WA – 1242.8

Army JROTC:

Sporter:

1. Erin Young, Pueblo County High School, CO – 1196.3
2. Angel Nunez, Trevor G. Browne High School, AZ – 1193.1
3. Aireonna Gonzales, Fountain Fort Carson High School, CO – 1191.9

Precision:

1. Adriana Hickerson, Creek Wood High School, TN – 1281.6
2. Taylor Gibson, North Salem High School, OR – 1279.8
3. Daniel Enger, Walla Walla High School JROTC, WA – 1278.7

Marine Corps JROTC:

Sporter:

1. Levi Carlson, Nation Ford High School, SC – 1211.4
2. Kaylene Castillo, Eldorado High School, NM – 1200.4
3. Gabrielle Phelps, Gulfport High School, MS – 1191.1

Precision:

1. Mark Amdahl, Eldorado High School, NM – 1280.7
2. Tanner Whitehead, East Coweta High School, GA – 1273.3
3. Haley Castillo, Eldorado High School, NM – 1270.5

The JROTC Regional Championships were held at Camp Perry, Ohio; Anniston, Ala.; and Las Vegas, Nev. – all on CMP’s new electronic targets.

 

 

TEAM RESULTS:

Navy JROTC:

Sporter:

1. Zion Benton High School, IL – 4377-136x
2. Freeport High School, IL – 4366-133x
3. Volunteer High School, TN – 4316-114x

Precision:

1. John Marshall High School, TX – 4600-253x
2. Los Alamos High School, NM – 4594-245x
3. Upson Lee High School, GA – 4563-224x

Air Force JROTC:

Sporter:

1. Clover High School, SC – 4239-99x
2. Sickles High School, FL – 4183-87x
3. South Panola High School, MS – 4150-101x

Precision:

1. Cherokee High School, GA – 4514-188x
2. Monroe Area High School, GA – 4512-212x
3. Kaiserslautern High School, Germany – 4473-175x

Army JROTC:

Sporter:

1. Fountain Fort Carson High School, CO – 4325-126x
2. Lebanon High School, OR – 4310-126x
3. Abraham Lincoln High School, CO – 4299-129x

Precision:

1. Sarasota Military Academy, FL – 4615-254x
2. Enterprise High School, AL – 4597-250x
3. Stuttgart High School, AE – 4594-239x

Marine Corps JROTC:

Sporter:

1. Nation Ford High School, SC – 4377-133x
2. Rio Rancho High School, NM – 4338-130x
3. Gulfport High School, MS – 4322-130x

Precision:

1. Eldorado High School, NM – 4669-293x
2. East Coweta High School, GA – 4618-272x
3. La Cueva High School, NM – 4612-252x

The Civilian Marksmanship Program is a federally chartered 501 (c) (3) non-profit corporation. It is dedicated to firearm safety and marksmanship training and to the promotion of marksmanship competition for citizens of the United States. For more information about the CMP and its programs, log onto www.TheCMP.org.

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Posted By admin on March 12, 2017

From SPRING 2015 issue

Hi! My name is Sydney Rockwell and I am a 14-year-old competitive shooter living in Knoxville, Tennessee.

When I was 9, I took the Hunter Safety Course and started hunting and shooting rifles with my uncle and dad. I took my first buck when I was 10. I was hooked immediately and it also gave me an appreciation and respect for firearms, and taught me firearm safety. I love hunting deer and I go every season with my uncle and dad. However, I didn’t really have the opportunity to handle a pistol until my mom took me with her last year on my 13th birthday to her all-women’s shooting club, Aphrodite Shooters. I was the youngest one there, but everyone was very welcoming and encouraging.

From the very first day, I loved shooting. I couldn’t wait to go shoot again! I started shooting a .22 caliber and quickly graduated to a .9mm. One of the owners of Tactical Advantage Corporation, Eric Matson, generously offered to coach and sponsor me, and with his help and training I have come a really long way in less than a year.

I am currently sponsored and coached by Norsemen TCG. Other sponsors include AR-15 Gun Owners of America, CherryBalmz Weapons Lubricants, Windrock Shooting Range, Fighting SheepDog, Aphrodite Shooters, Athena Compliance and Training, and Tactical Advantage Corporation.

 I am classified as Marksman in IDPA and am hoping soon to move up to Sharpshooter in the IDPA levels. I also shoot steel plate, and I have recently begun shooting in USPSA and 3-Gun, which I LOVE! In October 2014, I attended the USAMU’s junior clinic at Ft. Benning, Georgia, where I had the unique opportunity to train with members of the USAMU team. In 2015, I hope to shoot in more 3-Gun competitions – as many as my parents’ budget will allow! As of right now, all of my guns are “borrowed”, but two of my sponsors are working on securing a rifle (Fighting SheepDog) and a shotgun (AR-15 GOA) just for me!

In addition to the shooting sports, I am the Student Council Vice President at West Valley Middle School where I am enrolled in all-honors 8th grade courses and an advanced placement class for high school credit. I am a member of the LPGA Girl’s Golf and received the Leadership Award for the 2014 season. I also coach kids’ golf clinics during the summer. I am the oldest of four girls and help with my younger sisters at home.

My real passion is the shooting sports. I am hopeful that I will earn a college scholarship to a college that has a shooting team, and after that I have my sights set on a successful career as a competitive shooter!

I strive to always do my best in competition and school, and to make my sponsors proud of me.

Thanks for taking the time to read a little bit about me. I hope to see more and more young ladies getting involved in the shooting sports.

Please visit my Facebook page, “Competitive Shooter Sydney Rockwell”. My parents and I keep it updated with video and photos of competitions and training sessions. Thank you so much for your time and consideration!

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Posted By admin on February 7, 2017

By Ashley Brugnone, CMP Writer

CAMP PERRY, Ohio – At the Civilian Marksmanship Program’s (CMP) 2017 Camp Perry Open, Emma Thompson, 16, of Freeport High School, astoundingly broke her own 3×20 sporter air rifle qualification National Records (notably, for the third time) that she had previously set only a month ago at the Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center air gun range.

(Above: Emma Thompson broke her 3×20 qualification records for the third time during the 2017 Camp Perry Open.)

Thompson repeats record CMP 2016 Camp Perry

In December, Thompson fired a qualification score of 577-28x on her way to becoming the overall sporter competitor during the Gary Anderson Invitational event – where she incredibly also set nine total sporter National Records, some of which were already hers.

At the Camp Perry Open, fired Jan. 13-15, Thompson recorded a remarkable score of 578-31x to reach the new qualification record as well as a new kneeling record (197-13x) that adjacently resulted in new Navy JROTC, Age Group II and Overall records in another incredible win.

“It’s just a normal day at work,” she said. “Coming in and shooting with the same mindset, getting in the zone and hoping that I have a good day. I keep following fundamentals and doing the normal stuff.”

She says that she aims to do the best she can for her team by shooting her average or above every time she competes. She also has her sights set on a goal that she is quickly approaching with each record-breaking performance.

(Above: The Camp Perry Open is one of the CMP’s events throughout the year that combines both air rifle and air pistol competition for adults and juniors.)

“There’s a dream of 580 (overall 3×20 score) somewhere out there. I think I can do it,” she said with a smile.

With her performance, Thompson’s team, Freeport High School, rose to the overall win in the 3×20 team competition along with the help of teammates Alyssa Hornung (who finished second overall), Lindsay Strohacker and Makiah Stacy.

Freeport coach, SgtMaj Michael Dechy, is quick to acknowledge Thompson’s excellent work ethic that he believes is a result of her involvement in other activities, such as the school play and dressage (English-style horse riding). He says being involved in a variety of interests causes her to be more attentive in air rifle.

“She never misses a practice, and she does a lot of the physical parts other than shooting. She keeps herself in good physical condition. She’s really focused on nutrition and all of the other aspects of shooting,” he said. “She does a lot of things other than just this (air rifle) which makes her very focused when she comes to shoot.”

(Above: Richard Gray was the overall winner in the 60 Shot Open Pistol competition.)

SgtMaj Dechy looks to Thompson as a natural mentor to her teammates. The drive, respect and generosity etched into her personality are the characteristics that make her a highly appreciated member of the team.

“She’s a very nice person, very humble and she is a leader on the team,” he said. “She doesn’t just come in, shoot and takes off. She helps other kids if they want help, but she doesn’t push them, and she’s well liked.”

Thompson said with a laugh, “This is my third year, so I hope I look like I know what I’m doing and am responsible. But I try to help out the freshman and new kids as much as I can, give them pointers and calm them down at these big meets.”

(Above: Junior Samuel Gens earned third place in the Open Pistol match and led overall in the Junior competition.)

“I wouldn’t be here without my team,” she added. “These records are the first of many. Freeport’s name will be up in lights for a long time, I’m hoping.”

The Camp Perry Open is an air gun competition that combines both junior and adult competitors in a shoulder-to-shoulder 60 Shot match. Air rifle and air pistol events are fired concurrently, with a 3×20 competition preceding the two-day Open match.

Richard Gray, 45, of Fredericksburg, VA, led overall in the 60 Shot Open Pistol match, as Samuel Gens, 17, of Andover, MA, was the overall high junior of the competition – landing in third place overall amongst the Open competitors.

Also winning during the Camp Perry Open was Karly Potts, 18, of the Palmyra Jr. Rifle Team, who outshot her junior air rifle competitors for the overall win in the match, and Antonio Gates, 17, of RRC Juniors, who led the precision class in the 3×20 competition.

(Above: Dempster Christenson led overall in the 60 Shot Open Rifle match and also won the rifle Super Final.)

Dempster Christenson, 26, of the USA Shooting team, topped the 60 Shot Rifle Open competition and was also the winner of the wild and rowdy Super Final.

On the pistol side, Margaret Delnoce, 20, of the University of Akron, withstood the challenging Super Final to secure first place in the fun Camp Perry Open staple.

The Super Finals, which has made the Camp Perry Open unlike any other air event throughout the year and arguably the most widely attended by fans, features costumes, booming music from the overhead speakers, cheering fans, clappers, cow bells and other commotions – all echoing simultaneously throughout the range as the competitors fire their shots. This year, the Top 36 air rifle and pistol overall competitors, respectively, took the firing line in the event.

 

 

 

 

 

 

(Above: Margaret Delnoce was all smiles when she was named the pistol Super Finals champion.)

Other winners of the 2017 Camp Perry Open include:

60 Shot Rifle Open:

1. Dempster Christenson, 26, of USA Shooting – 1247.1
2. SSG George Norton, 32, of the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit – 1243.8
3. SPC Daniel Lowe, 24, of the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit – 1238.9

60 Shot Pistol Open:

1. Richard Gray, 45, of Fredericksburg, VA – 1117
2. Kara Petracek, 38, of Atlanta, GA – 1109
3. Samuel Gens, 17, of Andover, MA (Mass. Rifle) – 1094

60 Shot Junior Rifle:

1. Karly Potts, 18, of Ephrata, PA – 1230.4
2. Martina Gratz, 14, of Sigel, IL – 1221.9
3. Kaitlyn Kutz, 17, of Darien, CT – 1218.8

60 Shot Junior Pistol:

1. Samuel Gens, 17, of Andover, MA (Mass. Rifle) – 1094
2. John Marrinan, 19, of Oakdale, CT – 1072
3. Stuart Burns, 17, of Kilbride, ON – 1058

60 Shot Team Results:

Open Rifle:                                                                                                

1. USAMU – 3703.1
2. Central Illinois Precision Shooting – 3612.2
3. South Eastern Rifle Team – 3606

Junior Rifle:

1. Central Illinois Precision Shooting – 3612.2
2. South Eastern Rifle Team – 3606
3. Niantic Sportsmen’s Club 10x Terrors – 3603.9

Open Pistol Team:

1. Massholes – A – 3241
2. Massholes – B – 3161
3. Niantic Sportsmen’s Club 10x Terrors – 3127

3×20 Precision Rifle:

1. Antonio Gross, 17, of RRC Juniors – 691.1
2. Elizabeth Dutton, 17, of Hudson Fish and Game – 685.6
3. Caleb Moxley, 18, of Dallastown MCJROTC – 683.8

3×20 Sporter Rifle:

1. Emma Thompson, 16, of Freeport High School – 671.2
2. Alyssa Hornung, 17, of Freeport High School – 651.7
3. Matt Cress, 17, of Zion Benton High School – 648

 

Thanks to all who competed or attended one of the CMP’s most enjoyable events of the year at the Camp Perry Open. We hope to see everyone back again next year – with some new faces too!

(Above: Air rifle competitor Elizabeth Bark, 18, was bringing her cello back to the University of Akron when she decided to break it out and play during the Super Final.)

For a complete list of results, visit the Camp Perry Open Competition Tracker page at https://ct.thecmp.org/app/v1/index.php?do=match&tab=results&task=edit&match=14602.

Photos of the Camp Perry Open are available for free viewing and download on the CMP’s Zenfolio page at http://cmp1.zenfolio.com/f556459568.

The Civilian Marksmanship Program is a federally chartered 501 (c) (3) non-profit corporation. It is dedicated to firearm safety and marksmanship training and to the promotion of marksmanship competition for citizens of the United States. For more information about the CMP and its programs, log onto www.TheCMP.org.

 

 

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Posted By admin on February 7, 2017

By Ashley Brugnone, CMP Writer

CAMP PERRY, Ohio – To better recognize its remarkable junior pistol competitors, the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) has added specialized awards to the 2017 National Trophy Pistol Matches, fired at the renowned Camp Perry National Guard Training Facility in Ohio.

(Above: Juniors from around the country travel to the National Trophy Pistol Matches each July to learn and compete on the famous Camp Perry ranges.)

The Top 3 juniors in the President’s Pistol Match, National Trophy Individual (NTI) Pistol and .22 Pistol EIC matches will be presented individual overall awards. A special aggregate award for the highest combined score in the President’s 100, NTI, .22 Pistol EIC and the Pistol Team Match will also be given to the leading junior competitors, and the Top 3 teams in the Junior Team Trophy Match will also be recognized.

All of the junior awards will be presented during the National Trophy Pistol Awards Ceremony on July 2 at 5 p.m. The ceremony will include a reception beforehand, with winning juniors receiving their earned honors on the Hough Theatre stage – walking the same path as other revered marksmen have done throughout the long history of the National Matches.

(Above: Each junior competing at the 2017 National Pistol Matches will receive a special t-shirt, which includes an exclusive design that will be introduced at the event this summer.)

As an added bonus, all juniors who compete in the CMP National Trophy Pistol Matches will receive an exclusive t-shirt with a design selected especially for 2017.

Last year, junior attendance at the National Trophy Pistol Matches proved to be one of the best ever recorded – with escalating participation expected in the coming years. The demonstrated dedication of junior competitors and increasing interest in the sport serves as motivation for the CMP to continue its mission of expanding the ways it challenges and commends the marksmanship community.

(Above:New junior pistol awards have been added to the 2017 Nationals to allow more recognition for talented young marksmen.)

For more information on the National Trophy Pistol Matches, including an in-depth look at each event, visit the Pistol page on the CMP website at http://thecmp.org/competitions/cmp-national-matches/national-pistol-matches/.

About the National Trophy Pistol Matches:

The 2017 CMP National Trophy Pistol Matches are scheduled for July 1-2 at Camp Perry. The Pistol Matches were introduced in 1904 and include service pistol championship competitions for both elite and up-and-coming marksmen. A Small Arms Firing School, taught by current military pistol team members and qualified CMP instructors, is also conducted during the matches for those new to the sport or wanting to improve his/her skills. For over a century, the Matches have served as the premier rifle and pistol championship series fired during the year.

The Civilian Marksmanship Program is a federally chartered 501 (c) (3) non-profit corporation. It is dedicated to firearm safety and marksmanship training and to the promotion of marksmanship competition for citizens of the United States. For more information about the CMP and its programs, log onto www.TheCMP.org.

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Posted By admin on January 1, 2017

By: Ricky Marston (16)

On September 10, 2015, I received a Mossberg 835 pump 12 -Gauge shotgun and had the opportunity to try it out at the range and in the field. Right when I opened the box, I knew it was a great and a well-made gun from Mossberg. It came with the stock and action, 28-inch barrel, four choke tubes including modified, improved cylinder, full, and extra full. Also the action is built for 12 Gauge 2 ¾, 3 and 3.5-inch shells.

I thought, from looking at other guns, the 3.5 inch shells would kick like a mule but not with the great recoil reducing technology from Mossberg. I shot paper at first just to get used to the sights and feel of the gun and then I put it through everything I could think of. I didn’t even clean the gun for 100 rounds of 3-inch waterfowl loads, and many more. It even worked and functioned great when it fell out of the boat in to the frigid waters of the Snake river. It ran smoothly even with water in all of the parts of the gun and a layer of ice! That is quite a test to its ruggedness.

I shot all sorts of different shot sizes and brand of shells from 9 shot to lead and steel, also brands like Black Cloud, Federal, Fiochi, Winchester, Kent, and Estate. Also, the front bead on the end of the 28-inch barrel was a red fiber optic and it picked up light in the lowest light conditions.

 I have hunted many animals with this great shotgun including ducks, geese, pheasant, quail, dove and many more. It is a great shotgun for beginners that want to hunt waterfowl and other animals. Its total length from barrel-tip to buttstock is 50-inches. With its great camo pattern, it blends in really well in to most things in the fields like timber, grass lands, prairies, and marsh lands,

If you are looking for an excellent field gun at a reasonable price and need one that will operate almost anywhere, this is the one to get.

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Posted By admin on December 14, 2016

By Ashley Brugnone, CMP Writer 

CAMP PERRY, Ohio; ANNISTON, Ala. – Shannon Tyssen of Upson Lee High School JROTC in Georgia and Emma Thompson of Freeport High School in Illinois captured the essence of the Gary Anderson Invitational’s namesake (a two-time gold medalist and multi-world record holder) as they shattered 12 collective National Records during their performances at the 2016 annual event. The match is conducted by the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) and is open to precision and sporter junior air rifle competitors from around the country.

On Dec. 3, Tyssen, 18, set three new precision Navy JROTC records with a 3×20 score of 594-44x, a 3×20 plus Final score of 694.3 and an unbelievable 20 Shots Kneeling score of 200-19x. With her outstanding performance, Tyssen bested a field of 147 opponents to become the overall precision champion while competing at the CMP’s South Competition Center in Anniston, AL.

(Shannon Tyssen of Lee High School JROTC set three new Navy JROTC records while competing in the precision class.)

That same day, 750 miles north at Camp Perry, Thompson incredibly set nine – yes, NINE – new sporter National Records with her performance, starting with her 20 Shots Standing score of 187-7x, which served as a new Navy JROTC record, and her 20 Shots Kneeling score of 195-9x, which prompted a new Navy JROTC record and a new Age Group II record. Additionally, her 3×20 score of 577-28x set new Navy JROTC, Age Group II and Overall records, as did her 3×20 plus Final score of 672.4.

Astoundingly, Thompson, 16, broke three National Records she had previously set before the Gary Anderson Invite – adding her name to six more along the way.

(Right: Emma Thompson (center) set nine new National Records at the event, even breaking three records she had set previously.)

The Gary Anderson Invitational is a three-position air rifle tournament that follows the 3×20 course of fire. Each shooter fires 20 record shots from prone, standing and kneeling positions, with the Top 8 shooters advancing to the final. Winners are determined overall of scores comprised from competitors at the CMP Gary Anderson Competition Center located at Camp Perry, OH, and CMP South competitors in Anniston (3×20 plus final scores). Both schools and junior clubs are welcome to participate in the annual competition.

This year’s match saw 385 total competitors and was the first to be fired on CMP’s newly updated electronic air gun targets.

(Left: Competitors at the Gary Anderson Invitational were the first to fire on CMP’s new electronic targets, installed in November.)

Coming in second in the precision class was Richard Clark, 16, of Riverside Shooting Club in Michigan, with a score of 687.6, followed by Annabelle Stanec, 16, of Ashland Eagles JRC in Ohio, with a score of 686.9.

In sporter, Hailey Smith, 18, of Zion Benton High School in Illinois, fired a score of 650.4 to earn second, while Jason Migliori, 18, of Middletown Post 151 in New York, recorded 649.8 to land in third.

The top competitors in the sporter and precision classes at each competition center received individual gold, silver and bronze medallions. The Top 3 are recognized with championship medallions and plaques.

Along with the individual competition, a team match was also held concurrently with the individual competition for any scholastic or club teams wishing to participate. Each individual’s score of the four-member team was combined to determine overall sporter and precision teams.

Winning Teams:

Precision:

1. Riverside Shooting Club, Michigan – 2317-139x
2. Hardcore 4, Georgia – 2316-124x
3. Ashland Eagles, Ohio – 2311-131x

Sporter:

1. Carroll County 4-H Air Rifle, Georgia – 1982-39x
2. Palmyra JR Rifle Team, Pennsylvania – 1968-35x
3. Walton Warriors 4-H, Georgia – 1959-38x

For a complete list of results, visit https://ct.thecmp.org/app/v1/index.php?do=match&task=edit&match=14679=results.

Photos from both locations can be found at http://cmp1.zenfolio.com/f426591886.

About Gary Anderson:

Mr. Anderson is a two-time Olympic gold medalist and also holds seven world championships, six world records and 16 national championships. He has won more Olympic and world championship three-position titles than any other American in history. In 1999, Anderson began a 10-year reign as Director of Civilian Marksmanship and retired in December 2009.

Today, Anderson serves as DCM Emeritus and remains a mentor for new and experienced, old and young shooters around the country. In 2014, the CMP North Competition Center was renamed the Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center, in honor of his years of dedication to the sport.

The Civilian Marksmanship Program is a federally chartered 501 (c) (3) non-profit corporation. It is dedicated to firearm safety and marksmanship training and to the promotion of marksmanship competition for citizens of the United States. For more information about the CMP and its programs, log onto www.TheCMP.org.

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Posted By admin on November 16, 2016

Mossberg^® Announces Grand Opening of New Online Store

Mobile-Friendly, Easily-Navigated and Fully-Integrated Experience

  North Haven, CT – O.F. Mossberg & Sons, Inc, America’s oldest family-owned and operated firearms manufacturer, has launched its redesigned, mobile-optimized online store with the announcement of “Grand Opening” specials for visitors who join the Mossberg community. Now through November 20, 2016, sign up as a Mossberg community member and receive 20% off of your next purchase of gear, apparel, parts and all things Mossberg at www.mossberg.com/grand-20 or simply browse through the latest offerings at www.mossberg.com. For further savings, look for Black Friday specials during 11/21 – 11/25/2016, with Mossberg Community members receiving a 10-hour advanced notice on all special sales throughout the week.

Visitors will discover a fully-integrated experience with the firearms section of the site. Easily locate parts or accessories for your Mossberg firearms by simply selecting the model. New filters and navigation streamline the process of finding the right barrels, chokes and accessories to customize your shotgun or rifle. Display your Mossberg pride with branded gear, apparel and collectibles. And if you are an on-the-go shopper, the new store has been optimized for ease of viewing on mobile devices.

Why join the Mossberg community? As a member, we will keep you posted on new guns, apparel and online store special offers and discounts. You can join other Mossberg enthusiasts with access to the latest tips and secrets for success in the field or ways to further enjoy your favorite outdoor experiences.

Start shopping today and take advantage of the latest online discounts at www.mossberg.com.

About O.F. Mossberg & Sons, Inc.

Founded in 1919, O.F. Mossberg & Sons, Inc. is the oldest family-owned and operated firearms manufacturer in America, and is the largest pump-action shotgun manufacturer in the world. Leading the way with over 100 design and utility patents to its credit, and standing as the first ISO 9001 Certified long-gun manufacturer, Mossberg is considered to be one of the most innovative firearms manufacturers in U.S. history. For more information on commercial, special purpose, law enforcement and military shotguns, rifles and accessories, please visit their website at www.mossberg.com.

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Posted By admin on November 13, 2016

Marksmen Student-athletes Apply Now for 2017-2018 CMP Scholarships

By Ashley Brugnone, CMP Writer

CAMP PERRY, OH – The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) is delighted to again award exemplary student-athletes for the 2017-2018 school year in their future endeavors through its annual scholarship program. The CMP offers $1,000 one-year scholarships based on merit and rifle or pistol marksmanship participation to current high school seniors only.

Since 2005, CMP has awarded over $1 million in scholarship prizes. Last year, the CMP again received a record-setting number of applications and awarded over $150,000 in scholarship money. Winning recipients came from a mix of JROTC schools, 4-H groups and other shooting clubs.

TO BE CONSIDERED, applicants must turn in a list of past and present rifle or pistol competition history, awards, involvements and future expectations for the sport. Proof of participation, including match bulletins, photos or CMP Competition Tracker printouts (for example), MUST be presented in order to be considered for the scholarship. Applications without this will be discarded.

Those interested must also provide academic information such as GPA (3.0 or above – anything below 3.0 will not be accepted), test scores and a list of extracurricular activities. Additionally, an official transcript must be provided, along with a letter explaining why the applicant is applying and what future plans the money will fund. A nomination/recommendation letter from a coach or instructor is also required.

Incomplete applications will not be considered, so please check that all required information is sent. Because the CMP takes great care in personally reading each application, all mandatory information (including forms and other necessary materials) must be sent to the CMP in its entirety. We are eager to recognize praiseworthy student-athletes for their hard work – so please take extra precaution in sending all application requirements.

The deadline for application submission is March 20, 2017. Scholarships may be used to pursue post-secondary education or vocational programs for the upcoming school year.

The CMP is dedicated to its commitment to youth programs and furthering the education of the successful young adults involved within them. Through these scholarships, the CMP is able to uphold one of its missions of awarding those who present exceptional talent, motivation and determination within the field of marksmanship.

Application forms and other scholarship information can be found by visiting http://thecmp.org/communications/cmp-scholarship-program/. For specific questions, please contact Kathy Williams at 419-635-2141, ext. 709 or email kwilliams@thecmp.org.

The Civilian Marksmanship Program is a federally chartered 501 (c) (3) non-profit corporation. It is dedicated to firearm safety and marksmanship training and to the promotion of marksmanship competition for citizens of the United States. For more information about the CMP and its programs, log onto www.TheCMP.org.

Marksmen Student-athletes Apply Now for 2017-2018 CMP Scholarships

By Ashley Brugnone, CMP Writer

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Posted By admin on November 10, 2016

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