The SSSF Basic Shotgun Course continues to strengthen SCTP programs across the country, and in South Georgia this weekend 13 new coaches became SSSF Basic Shotgun Certified, adding to the growing network of trained volunteers supporting SCTP athletes.

I had the privilege of being invited to personally teach the course, and it was an outstanding group—enthusiastic, engaged, and ready to invest their time in the next generation of clay target athletes.

A special thank you to Jack Walker and the Gator Creek Young Guns for opening their personal range and pavilion to host the event. Support from local clubs and ranges like this plays a vital role in helping SCTP expand opportunities for youth shooting sports across the country.

The SSSF Basic Shotgun Course provides the foundation for many of the volunteers who assist SCTP teams. It equips coaches and range volunteers with the training needed to safely support athletes while reinforcing the strong safety culture that defines the program. Increasingly, teams are also encouraging parents of athletes to take the course, allowing them to become more involved with their teams while helping coaches maintain a safe and well-run range environment.

One of the most rewarding moments of the day was seeing a recently graduated SCTP athlete attend the class so he could become certified and give back to the program that helped shape his own shooting journey. When former athletes return as coaches and mentors, it is one of the clearest signs of the lasting impact SCTP is making.

Georgia has been fortunate to see strong growth in the program, and it is encouraging to watch new coaches step forward who are committed to supporting the next generation of athletes.

Congratulations to these 13 new certified coaches in South Georgia. Their commitment helps ensure that SCTP athletes continue to have strong leadership, a safe environment, and a bright future in the shooting sports.

Opportunities like this continue to grow because clubs and volunteers across the country are willing to step forward and invest in youth shooting sports.

Sylvia McCart

Programs Manager—Southeast

Thanks to everyone who supported our Forever Fund by buying ticket this year.  A special thanks to the sponsors who donated product for the raffle SK Guns, Winchester Safes, GLOCK, RUGER, Browning, Hodgdon Powders, RCBS and Silencer Central.

The tickets are pulled but it’s never too late to support youth shooting sports! Donate to the Forever Fund to support young athletes today: https://sssfonline.org/donate/

SK guns Early Italian Renaissance 4-gun 1911 set

J. Rogish, FL

Winchester Bandit 19 Safe

S. Knotts, OR

Browning X-Bolt Rifle in 6.5 Creedmore

J. Lopez, OH

RUGER SR1911 in .45 Auto

J. Bryant, CO

GLOCK Pistol Certificate

 B. Steinke, OH

Silencer Central Banish 30 V2 Suppressor

T Given, SC

RCBS Partner Press & Certificate for 8lb keg of Hodgdon Powder

W. Reiter, IN

RCBS Partner Press & Certificate for 8lb keg of Hodgdon Powder

C. Poarch, TN

Silencer Central Solo 22 Suppressor

W. Ford, TN

Silencer Central Solo 22 Suppressor

R. Vore, IN

Bring Junior Olympic Shotgun Events to Your State in 2026.

Your current trap and skeet shooters could be the next athletes to represent our country in the Olympics. Here’s how we can help them. USA Shooting and the Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP), along with support from MidwayUSA Foundation, have teamed up to launch Junior Olympic matches in every state. All you need is a skeet field or a wobble trap field.

Currently, only about 10 states offer Shotgun Junior Olympic events for trap shooting, and even fewer for skeet. With your help, we can change that. Clubs that host a Junior Olympic match in a state that does not currently offer one will be entered to win exclusive raffle items from key organizations supporting this initiative.

For clubs that host a new Junior Olympic State Championship, USA Shooting will: provide:

· Provide a complimentary club membership for the year. In addition, the coach or administrator who will manage the club account will also be provided a complimentary membership.

· Accept score submission through the SHOT System for all SCTP members.

Raffle opportunities include:

SCTP

· Breeser Omni-2 Red Dot

· Big Frig 45-Quart Cooler

· (3) Big Frig SCTP 20oz Tumblers

· (3) SCTP Gun Socks

MidwayUSA Foundation

· Host clubs are entered to win endowment dollars to benefit the MidwayUSA Foundation Team Endowment of their choice.

          o 1st – $1,000

          o 2nd – $ 500

This program is a win for your athletes, your local program, and the future of USA’s shooting sports. In addition to tangible prizes, this initiative provides:

· A meaningful pathway for athletes with Olympic potential

· Increased exposure to Olympic-style disciplines

· Additional fundraising opportunities

· Momentum to grow youth shooting sports in your community

Cue the National Anthem! That next Olympian could be in your state. Let’s work together to provide the opportunities for your trap and skeet athletes to stand tall on that podium. Schedule your Junior Olympic match today!

Contact Ashley MacAllister at USA Shooting
Ashley.MacAllister@usashooting.org

The Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) is happy to announce a new partnership to further its efforts of growing youth shooting sports in the state of Louisiana. The SCTP’s new Southwest Director Jason Anderson had the vision for growth in the Pelican State by partnering with the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries.

After a successful and productive meeting with Anderson, SCTP National Director Wayne Rasmussen, and representatives of Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries, the two organizations are now working together to provide opportunities and the growth of youth shooting sports for the great state of Louisiana.

Responding to a surge of interest in the International clay target disciplines, the Scholastic Clay Target Program hosted its first ever International Regional event. Held at Florida’s Palm Beach County Shooting Sports Park, the event drew in competitors new to the sport, as well as two full squads of SCTP athletes, including a couple of US National Junior Team members.

We want to thank all the athletes who came out to the SCTP’s very first International Regional! We also want to thank the staff at Palm Beach County Shooting Sports Park for hosting us and we look forward to doing this again next year.

More SCTP International Regionals are being planned for 2026. Stay tuned for dates and locations!

RESULTS

Men’s Intermediate – 1^st place – Sebastian Sidor – FishHawk Dynasty

Ladies Senior – 1^st place – Carmen Cunningham – Halter Clay Crushers

                       2^nd place – Sally Brown – Finger Lakes Crush

Men’s Senior – 1^st place – Emerson Schumm – Tampa Bay Clays

                      2^nd place – Wyatt Wojtas – Lake Oconee Shooting Team

                      3^rd place – Ryan Adams – FishHawk Dynasty

Ladies Collegiate – 1^st place – Abbey Wigh – FishHawk Dynasty

Men’s Collegiate – 1^st place – Owen Bin – Clay Bins

                          2^nd place – Christian Maddaloni – St. Leo University

FINALS

Ladies:

1^st place – Abbey Wigh – FishHawk Dynasty

2^nd place – Sally Brown – Finger Lakes Crush

3^rd place – Carmen Cunningham – Halter Clay Crushers

Men’s:

1^st place – Owen Bin – Clay Bins

2^nd place – Emerson Schumm – Tampa Bay Clays

3^rd place – Ryan Adams – FishHawk Dynasty

What an incredible day at the beautiful Hermitage Sporting Grounds in Camden, SC for the MidwayUSA Foundation Day of Clays! The weather was perfect, the turnout was outstanding, and the energy from our SCTP athletes, coaches, and families made the entire event one to remember.

Jeff McClure with MidwayUSA Foundation and Sylvia McCart, SCTP Southeast Programs Manager, were onsite answering questions about MidwayUSA Foundation team endowment accounts and the many opportunities the Scholastic Clay Target Program provides for young athletes.

All entry fees and side-game fees were matched by the MidwayUSA Foundation and deposited directly into the team endowment account of each shooter’s choice — a powerful way to help teams strengthen their financial future and continue practicing, competing, and growing.

MidwayUSA Foundation is one of the largest and most impactful supporters of youth shooting sports, and their commitment allows SCTP teams across the country to thrive. Today was a perfect example of what happens when community, opportunity, and youth development come together.

Thank you to Hermitage Sporting Grounds, all volunteers, coaches, families, and especially our remarkable athletes who continue to make this sport proud.

Today’s youth are tomorrow’s leaders — and SCTP is honored to be part of their journey.