Category: Match Coverage

Jeff Kirkwold Shotgun Qualifier: Highlights and Results

The Gosh Darn Jeff Kirkwold Shotgun Qualifier returned to Forest Lake, MN on August 16–17 as the fifth of six IPSC World Shoot team qualifiers. Despite weather delays from overnight storms, the 12-stage Level 2 USPSA match ran smooth under hot and humid conditions. Highlights included a Saturday night shootoff under the lights and big moves in the team standings: Jon Wiedell edging Varick Beise in Open, Brian Nelson jumping into contention, and pump-gun performances from Ross Haney and Sam Rydberg. With only Nebraska left, the race for Team USA is tighter than ever.

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2025 USPSA Multigun Nationals Recap

The 2025 USPSA Multigun Nationals at Forest Lake Sportsmen’s Club delivered three days of world-class stages, razor-thin division races, and one pump-gun podium story that had the whole range talking. From balanced stage design to flawless match operations, this year proved that smaller fields can still bring big championship energy and it’s already a must-attend for 2026.

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Team USA Selected for 2025 IPSC PCC/Mini Rifle World Shoot in Czech Republic

The Practical Shooting community is gearing up for one of the most anticipated events on the global competitive shooting calendar—the 2025 IPSC PCC/Mini Rifle World Shoot. This IPSC Level V event will take place in Znojmo, Czech Republic, from May 12-25, 2025, and Team USA is officially set, with competitors selected to represent the Red, White, and Blue. The Event: 600+ Competitors, 40+ Countries The IPSC PCC/Mini Rifle World Shoot will bring together over 600

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7th Annual Memorial 3-Gun Competition

7th Annual Memorial 3-Gun Competition Recap: Honoring Heroes Through Competition The 7th Annual Memorial 3-Gun Competition took place October 11-13, 2024, at Griffon Group Training Facility in Maxton, NC. Competitors, spectators, volunteers, and Gold Star families gathered for an extraordinary weekend that seamlessly blended the intensity of competitive shooting with a profound mission: to honor fallen Special Operations soldiers. A Mission Beyond Competition The Memorial 3-Gun Foundation organizes this annual event with a mission to

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Red Oktober Kalashnikov Championship

Red Oktober Kalashnikov Championship 2024: A Welcomed Return

Photo Credits: Hector Cibrian, Cibrian Production House After a disappointing cancellation in 2023, the Red Oktober Kalashnikov Championship (ROKC) made a welcomed return in 2024, delivering an unforgettable weekend of intense competition for AK enthusiasts from across the country. Held from October 10-13 at the Pro Gun Club in Las Vegas, Nevada, the event proved to be a true test of skill and endurance, with shooters pushing themselves and their rifles to the limit. A

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2024 PrairieFire National SWAT Competition Event Recap

Elite SWAT Teams Clash in Inaugural PrairieFire National Competition The Nevada desert echoed with gunfire and tactical maneuvers as the first PrairieFire National SWAT Competition wrapped up this weekend. Under the scorching sun, nearly 40 of America’s finest SWAT units squared off in a grueling three-day contest that pushed the boundaries of law enforcement capabilities. More than just a test of sharpshooting, the event forged unexpected bonds between operators who’d never crossed paths before. A

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Red Oktober: Cold War 2024 – Action Rifle Match Recap

Photo Credits: Hector Cibrian, Cibrian Production House The 5th annual “Red Oktober: Cold War” action rifle match, hosted by Rio Salado’s Multigun team and Presented by IWI US, brought the spirit of Cold War era weaponry to life during the first weekend of October 2024. This unique event, governed by the International Multigun Association (IMA) rules, continues to draw competitive and recreational shooters from across the country. It offers a challenging and historically themed competition.

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2024 Minnesota Tactical Shotgun Championship: A Triumphant Return to Form

2024 Minnesota Tactical Shotgun Championship The Arnzen Arms 2024 Minnesota Tactical Shotgun Championship took place on September 28, 2024. It was held at the Forest Lake Sportsman’s Club. This event was a big deal in the world of competitive shooting. It brought back a beloved tradition and set the stage for future events. These events will lead up to the 2026 Shotgun World Shoot in Greece. A Test of Skill and Endurance Competitors faced a

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