2026 Nationals Photos
Southwestern International Regional
As interest in the International clay target sports grows among youth athletes, the SCTP’s series of regional events for international skeet and trap is giving experience and opportunities for Olympic hopefuls. Athletes from four different SCTP teams traveled to Tuscon Trap and Skeet to compete in International Trap with 125 qualification targets and two Finals.
Parents and athletes are turning to shooting sports as an alternative activity for youth development, with the game paying no favor to who is the strongest or fastest. This was apparent at the Southwestern International Regional, with six of the sixteen athletes being female.
Ladies:
1st place Nicole Krsul
2nd place Audrey Cameron
3rd place Esther Cui
Mens:
1st place Liam Waterworth
2nd place Ricardo Rodriguez
3rd place Benjamin Cui
The next SCTP International Regional is next month at Palmyra Sportsmens Association in Pennsylvania. Entries are limited to 30 athletes in international trap only and registration closes March 15th.
SCTP International Team Winter Training Camp
Keen to kick off the 2026 season with solid training under their belt, the SCTP International Team went to Palm Beach County Shooting Sports Park, January 3rd and 4th. With a training regimen focused on sports science, mental grit, and match-level performance, Head Coach Terri Wentzel and guest coach Dustan Taylor set athletes up for success. The athletes also got a run down on ISSF rule changes for the year so there will be no surprises, come match day.
Skeet athletes – Aidan Tucker, Cameron Roberts
Trap athletes – Ben Rook, Evelynn Erhardt, Kinsey Duzan, Vaughan Chamblin
“I’d like to extend our sincere appreciation to Palm Beach County Shooting Sports Park for hosting us and to the Florida Wildlife Commission for providing our ammunition and targets for the weekend,” commented Wentzel. “Their level of generosity in support of youth shooting programs is incredible. The SCTP International Team looks forward to coming back to south Florida! Thank you, Michael Chubb and Bill Cline.”
SCTP Hires Riggleman as Northeast Programs Manager
The Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) has named Darin Riggleman as Programs Manager for the Northeast Region. Among thirty applicants for the position, Darin stood out with his experience as coach, state advisor, and certified range day instructor within the SCTP. His dedication to youth shooting sports began in 2018 when he helped start a new SCTP team which has grown to fourty athletes and eighteen coaches in present day.
“We are very excited to add Darin as the Northeast Programs Manager,” said SCTP National Director, Wayne Rasmussen. “His passion to grow the program is very evident and we are lucky to have him on the team.”
“I’m grateful for this wonderful opportunity,” commented Riggleman. “I believe that the shooting sports instill values and teach lessons to our youth that will influence the entire course of their lives. Values such as responsibility, respect for oneself and others, sportsmanship, and so many others benefit not only our athletes, but our whole society. It is humbling to be a part of this endeavor.”
SCTP Seeking Programs Manager
Job Description – Programs Manager
Scholastic Clay Target Program, Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation
Territory – Northeastern United States including
ME, NH, VT, MA, RI, CT, NY, NJ, DE, PA, MD, WV, OH, IN, MI, IL, WI
Location: Remote, Contiguous USA, Must Reside in Territory
Reports To: National Director, Scholastic Clay Target Program
Status: Full Time, Exempt
The Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation (SSSF) is seeking a highly motivated individual to assume the role of Programs Manager for the Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP). The successful candidate
will be responsible for growing and supporting SCTP member teams.
The Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation (SSSF) is a 501c (3) not-for-profit organization and is the
national leader in youth development shooting sports programs. Using a combination of education and
athletics our mission is to enhance the growth and personal development of student athletes
throughout the nation through the shooting sports.
Through a variety of fun, team-based shooting events in both our Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP)
and Scholastic Action Shooting Program (SASP), we provide student athletes aged elementary through
college with a supportive environment where shooting sports serve as catalysts for teaching life lessons
and skills that emphasize positive character traits and citizenship values. Throughout all training,
practice and competitions, we instill in our participants a commitment to safe firearm handling,
teamwork and leadership.
Job Description
Responsible for member growth of the programs by recruiting new teams and retaining existing
programs. Work with and develop Regional Field Representative (RFR) employees and volunteer state
advisors to grow the SSSFs’ clay target sports in a grass-roots fashion. Provide training, key information and resources for RFRs, state advisors and coaches within respective regions. Find and
develop state advisors and other key groups in states who can positively influence and grow local
member-teams and support coaches on a daily basis.
Provide support for program competitions. Consult with RFRs, state advisors and coaches as needed to
ensure leagues, local competitions, regional competitions and state competitions are successful. Ensure teams are registered and are using the SSSF SHOT data system for managing athletes and events.
Develop leads and provide support for program fundraising efforts. Assist National Director to plan and
conduct fundraisers such as raffles, banquets, etc. which benefit local teams and the national
organization. Ensure all national fundraising remains compliant with local, state and national
regulations. Assist National Director in soliciting industry and other national-level sponsorships.
Serve as on-site competition director and/or assistant competition director for all national level events and some regional events. Recruit local volunteer competition directors for other regional and state championship events and work closely with volunteer competition directors to ensure events are conducted in accordance with SSSF standards.
Work with Regional Field Representatives, state advisors and other key stakeholders to conduct a
variety of volunteer coach training including shooting coach certification and SCTP informational
meetings.
Work closely with the National Director to develop the annual program budget and monitor program
income and expenses against the budget. Supervise and provide directions to Regional Field
Representatives in assigned region. Monitor the progress of employees and state advisors based on key
metrics and provide periodic progress reports to the National Director. Review and approve employee
timesheets, travel and program expenses per SSSF policies.
Desired Qualifications
•2+ years experience as shooting coach and/or state advisor
•2+ years experience in a leadership role managing volunteers
•2+ years experience in successfully managing shooting competitions
•5+ years successfully supervising employees
•Prior experience in fundraising
•Prior experience as a volunteer shooting sports or other youth sports coach
•Prior experience successfully developing grassroots, volunteer-based programs
•Prior experience in shooting coach training and certification
•Working knowledge of all clay target sports
•Strong interpersonal and presentation skills
•Self-motivated with ability to work remotely as a team player
•Familiarity with clay target sports registration and scoring software programs
•Ability to travel up to 30%
Compensation
Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications.
How to Apply
Send resume, cover letter and salary requirements to jobs@sssfonline.com
Interviews will be scheduled in early September.
SCTP Announces 2025 International Team
After a fierce two-day shoot and a nail-biting final, the new SCTP International Team has been established!
Eligibility requirements:
– Minimum qualification score of 90×125
– Athletes must not currently be, nor have been, on a USA Shooting Junior National Team, Junior Development Team, or National Team
Thank you to our sponsors! Winchester supplies seven flats of International ammunition to each athlete and Ultimate Shooting Accessories donates our Team vests.
2025 SCTP International Skeet Team
Kaela Hinze
Zach Hinze
Matt Peterson
Cameron Roberts
Aidan Tucker
2025 SCTP International Trap Team
Kinsey Duzan
Evelynn Erhardt
Addison Strausser
Abby Tower
Dalton Berry
Vaughan Chamblin
Ethan Hemsath
Ben Rook
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SCTP Schedule of Events
7:30am – 5:00pm Check-In and Registration
8:00am 2nd 100 of Saturday/Sunday Skeet,Trap Doubles,Handicap, Sporting Clays Rotation Open
Squadded Make-A-Break –must be squadded in SHOT
*Walk-ons available for athletes, coaches, spectators, separately at the Make-A-Break at Sporting Clays throughout Nationals
SASP International Events
9:00am 25 Meter Sport Pistol Match Day 2
1:00pm, 3:00pm relays 10 Meter Air Rifle/Pistol Relay 1 Match Day 2
6:00 pm Awards at 10 Meter Range (Hitters Building)
SASP Action Events
8:00am – 6:00pm Practice bays available
8:00am – 5:00pm Check-In & Registration – Pistol Building near range bays
9:00am Morning Schedule Slots Begin
10:00am – 4:00pm MidwayUSA Foundation Action Shooting Fundraiser
1:00pm Afternoon Schedule Slots Begin
