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COVID-19 Update: Postponed or Canceled Events

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With concerns about the spread of COVID-19, many shooters and member clubs are making decisions about continuing with planned events. Because our member clubs and their events are throughout the U.S. and beyond, where circumstances vary greatly, each club will make its own decision about any changes in plans. We urge our member clubs and individual members to heed the advice of medical experts and advisories/requirements of their local and state governments regarding hosting and attending events. Please contact clubs directly for any questions about specific events. As we learn about canceled or postponed events, we will add them to the list below, post on our social media pages, and announce in Target Talk.

If an event does not appear below, we have not been notified of cancellation or postponement.

Clubs: If you are cancelling or postponing an event, please notify Sherry Kerr, skerr@nssa-nsca.com, to be included on this list.

Below are events we currently know have been postponed or canceled, as of September 18, 2020, 9:00 a.m.:

Original Date

Event

Club

Status
March 21-22 South River Open South River Gun Club (GA) Postponed, New Date TBD
March 23-28 ACUI Collegiate National Championship National Shooting Complex (TX) Postponed, New Date TBD
April 3-5 Arizona State Skeet Championship Clay Busters of Arizona (AZ) Postponed, New Date TBD
April 30-May 3 duPont/Krieghoff – Krieghoff – White Flyer Masters Skeet Shoot Forest City Gun Club (GA) Rescheduled for August 27-30
May 2-3 Ironman Invitational Sportsmens Club (WA) Postponed to September 19-20
May 3 Big Gun Open Union City Sportsmen's Club Postponed to September 13
May 22-24 Larry Steward Memorial DuPont Fish & Game (MD) Postponed, New Dates TBD
May 28-31 Tildon Downing Challenge Durham Co Wildlife Club (NC) Rescheduled for October 23-25
May 29-31 Alabama State Championship Fort Rucker Skeet Club (AL) Rescheduled for September 4-6
June 5-7 Louisiana State Skeet Championship Lafayette Skeet Club (LA) Rescheduled for October 9-11
June 5-7 Florida State Skeet Championship Jacksonville Clay Target Sports (FL) Reschedule for Nov 13-15 at Imperial Polk Co Gun Club
June 11-14 Texas State Skeet Championships Greater Houston Sports Club (TX) Rescheduled for October 30 - November 1
June 12-14 Utah State Skeet Championship Lee Kay Shotgun Center (UT) Rescheduled for October 9-11
July 24-26 New Mexico State Championship High Desert Sportsmen (NM) Rescheduled for September 11-13
July 31 - August 2 Kansas State Championship Ark Valley Gun Club (KS) Rescheduled for October 16-18
August 22-23 Got Doubles Stockton Trap & Skeet (CA) Canceled
August 28-29 Chili Peppers 20-28 Polk County Gun Club (NC) Canceled
August 28-30 The Magnolia Whitetail Ridge Outdoors (MS) Canceled
August 28-30 C. H. Metcalf/Joe George Open Sudlersville Skeet Club (MD) Canceled
September 5 Waco Doubles Classic Waco Skeet & Trap Club (TX) Canceled
September 11-13 Thunder Bird Open Memphis Sport Shooting Association (TN) Canceled
September 11-13 Hurricane Open Hurlburt Clay Target Sports Club (FL) Canceled
September 12 Lone Star Doubles Amarillo Gun Club (TX) Rescheduled for September 18
September 18-20 Idaho State Championship Boise Gun Club (ID) Canceled
October 10 Poule D'eau Open (28ga Marathon) Lafayette Skeet Club (LA) Canceled
October 11 Poule D'eau Open (.410 Marathon) Lafayette Skeet Club (LA) Canceled
October 17 Big Game Open Ben Avery Clay Target Center (AZ) Canceled
October 23-25 The Tildon Downing Challenge Durham County Wildlife Club (NC) Canceled
December 5-7 Cold & Snowy Open Imperial Polk Gun Club (FL) Renamed JB Maszk Hall of Fame

Prolific Shooter Tom Lause Passes Away

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Tom LauseNSSA regrets to report that John Thomas (Tom) Lause, 74, passed away on November 9, 2016, after a short battle with lung cancer.

Tom started shooting skeet in 1978 and registered over 250,000 targets. He had many skeet victories but was most proud of shooting 100 as a Veteran in the .410 event at the 2015 World Skeet Championships. He earned a place on the NSSA and Florida All-American Teams for many years. He was a highly respected member of the skeet community — both on the field and in his years of service to skeet. He proudly represented Florida as an NSSA Director and the Florida Southern vice president. For many years he helped with the administration of multiple shoots and was an avid supporter of the Florida Youth Camp and new shooters.

Tom was a Navy veteran and worked as a paving contractor.

He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Carolyn, and many friends. Contributions in Tom’s memory can be made to Hope Hospice, 9470 HealthPark Circle, Fort Myers, FL 33908, 239-482-4673.

This Month In Clay Target Nation

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With skeet and sporting clays competitions heating up all over the country, the July issue of Clay Target Nation is packed with event coverage as well as tips and advice from our experts.

In our Training Tips columns, we’re publishing our last article from the late Barry Hartmann, in which he reminds skeet shooters of the importance of persistence and determination. On the sporting clays side, Gil Ash warns against cutting your eyes back to the target and urges shooters to track the target with their nose.

This year, we’re celebrating CTN’s 10th anniversary by bringing you one article each issue from our 2016 archives, and in July, that’s an article from John Shima that reminds shooters of an important fact we tend to forget: It’s just a target. Goals are great, but at the end of the day, what really matters? We also have a great article from sporting clays champion Haylyn Hanks about how to find the coach that meshes with your personality and your goals.

Of course, there’s event coverage galore, with articles on the Briley Blue Goose, the Krieghoff Masters, the Armed Services Skeet Championship and, of course, the U.S. Open Sporting Clays Championship. You’ll find Champion and Lady Champion Todd Hitch and Madison Sharpe on the cover, as well as a full article and a bonus photo gallery.

Advertisers in the July issue are:

Clay Target Nation is available monthly to all members in digital and/or print form. Not a member? You can receive the next issue when you join at http://nssa-nsca.org/join-nssa-nsca/.

NSSA-NSCA Partners with NSSF to Launch New Educational Series

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NSSA-NSCA has partnered with NSSF, the firearm industry trade association, to release a new educational content series designed to help new and non-traditional shooters confidently get started in shotgun sports. The series, available now on NSSF’s consumer-facing platform, LetsGoShooting.org, includes comprehensive hub pages and short instructional videos focused on the fundamentals of skeet and sporting clays, covering everything from safety and gear to etiquette and technique.

“We’re working to reduce the barriers to entry that many new shooters face, whether that’s uncertainty over the equipment needed, safe firearm handling and range etiquette or simply not knowing where to start,” said Joe Bartozzi, NSSF President and CEO. “This initiative is about building confidence and creating a clear, safe and welcoming path into the shooting sports for anyone who’s interested in learning a new skill.”

“NSSF’s leadership in educating the public about the shooting sports brings countless new shooters to the range each year,” said Michael Hampton Jr., NSSA-NSCA Executive Director. “We’re proud to partner with NSSF in creating and distributing informative content on skeet and sporting clays, as well as offering free memberships so new shooters can try our sports and access our member benefits to improve their skills.”

Built for Beginners: Hub Pages and Video Series

The video series and digital “hub pages” provides new shooters with step-by-step beginner resources, including easy-to-follow guides, gear tips, safety education and tools for finding local ranges and clubs. These are designed to help new shooters be informed, safe and excited to get started. The hubs for sporting clays and skeet are:

          Discover Sporting Clays – NSCA Beginner’s Guide
          Skeet Shooting – NSSA Beginner’s Guide

 

Bonus: Free Limited Membership Offer

To further support new shooters, eligible first-time participants can receive a Complimentary Limited Membership (CLM) to either NSCA or NSSA. This free membership through 2026 includes access to sanctioned events, community support, and additional resources, providing a strong first step into the sport. Shooters who haven’t previously been an NSSA or NSCA member, or who haven’t been for at least three years, are eligible to sign up for the free membership at bit.ly/Free-NSSA-NSCA-Membership.

This campaign marks the beginning of a broader effort by NSSF and its partners to encourage greater participation across all shooting disciplines, always with a focus on safety, accessibility and inclusion. In addition to being available at LetsGoShooting.org, videos and materials will be distributed by NSSA-NSCA and NSSF through social media, newsletters and other communications channels, so watch for them to start appearing soon.

Order Skeet Records Annual by August 1

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We’re now taking orders for the 2025 NSSA Records Annual. NSSA members have until August 1 to order a printed copy of the 2025 Records Annual (based on 2024 scores). The Records Annual is FREE to all Life Members, but you must send in a completed order form or email with your current mailing address requesting your copy by the deadline. All other non-life members may purchase a Records Annual for $10 by sending a completed order form and payment by August 1. The $10 fee includes shipping.

World Skeet Shoot attendees will be offered a complimentary copy at the event. All NSSA members will receive a digital copy sent to the email address we have on file, and the book will be available on our website for members to view or download.

A written request for the Records Annual must be submitted by August 1 by all members who wish to receive one. Even if you requested one in previous years, you will not automatically be sent one this year. After the deadline has passed, the Records Annual may be available for purchase for $10, subject to availability. After the deadline, Life Members will also be charged the $10 fee for any copies purchased.

Click here for the Records Annual order form.

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Please submit all completed order forms to NSSA Headquarters, Attn: Stephanie Haga, 5931 Roft Road, San Antonio, TX 78253 or email Stephanie at shaga@nssa-nsca.com. Requests for annuals will not be taken over the phone.

 

“It’s 5 O’clock Somewhere” Events Kick Off March 31

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NSSA will kick off a new series of events called “It’s 5 O’clock Somewhere” on March 31. While it was originally conceived as an after-5 event, the clubs testing the event quickly found that shooters wanted to participate throughout the day, so the name became “It’s 5 O’clock Somewhere.”

“It’s 5 O’clock Somewhere” will be four events shot over the course of the 2025 shooting year. This season-long series of “Somewhere” events can be shot at your local club for the normal cost of your club’s practice targets (plus state and NSSA fees) with the possibility to earn Team and Class All-American points. Participate in all five guns or as many as you wish. All sub-events are only 50 targets, so it’s quick and fun!

Weekly scores are easily uploaded to headquarters by your club using the NSSA Skeet Manager program. Also, you can check out iSkeet.org to view live scores and weekly results.

“Somewhere” events are the perfect way to introduce new shooters to a competitive environment. Shoot at your local club with friends, but compete against shooters of the same skill level from all across the world. See how you and your club stack up against others. Contact your local club to see if you can participate in this new event.

Emails will be sent to all NSSA member clubs with detailed information on how to be a part of these “Somewhere” events. If your club is interested in participating, or if you have questions, contact Jessica Wolfe at jwolfe@nssa-nsca.com or 210-254-1535.

 

NSSA Announces Ambassador Club Program

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NSSA announces the NSSA Ambassador Club Program, a new recognition program for member clubs that aims to acknowledge active clubs engaged in NSSA activities and programs. The program has been designed with all clubs in mind, regardless of the size of the club or the number of targets thrown. This approach gives all clubs an opportunity to be recognized if they meet the criteria of the program. There are no limitations on the number of clubs that will be recognized, and each club is eligible to receive an award annually. The program consists of four levels, determined by the number of completed activities such as hosting youth or ladies clinics, signing up new members, and holding registered shoots. See the full list of activities for which clubs can be awarded on the program form.

Recognition will be based on 2025 activities and achievements, so if your club meets any of the program’s requirements, please document your club’s progress. If you are interested in submitting your club for the NSSA Ambassador Club program, you should submit the form no later than January 15, 2026, to NSSA@nssa-nsca.com. Download the NSSA Ambassador Club Program form.

 

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