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The Tactical Games Competition Standards Announced for 2025
The Tactical Games (TTG) has set a new benchmark for 2025, rolling out standardized shooting and fitness requirements aimed at refining competition expectations and improving athlete preparedness. These new standards, as announced in a recent podcast featuring Nick Palacios and James Gill, are now fully documented and available online, ensuring every competitor knows exactly what to train for. Shooting Standards: Precision, Speed, and Accountability A major shift for 2025 is the introduction of standardized shooting
How to Qualify for the 2026 IPSC Shotgun World Shoot with Team USA
The 2026 IPSC Shotgun World Shoot is set to take place in September 2026 in Corinth, Greece, and for competitors looking to represent Team USA, the road to qualification is now clear. The United States Practical Shooting Association (USPSA) has outlined its selection policy, establishing a merit-based system to determine which shooters will make up the U.S. delegation. Whether you’re gunning for a team slot, an individual competitor spot, or simply want to know your
Best Caliber for Starting PRS – Avoiding Paralysis by Analysis
Choosing Your Precision Rifle Ammunition: Factory vs. Reload Do you want the easy off the shelf answer or do you already reload? This is really the question toanswer before we get into any of the other minutia. The fact is that any of the common calibers inprecision rifle have and will continue to win matches. Starting out, that’s not the goal. The goal is toenjoy the sport, learn and improve. The Factory Ammo Route: 6.5
The Rule of 180: Safety in Competition Shooting
Among the many safety rules in competition shooting, the 180 degree rule is a critical guideline designed to maintain a safe environment for shooters, spectators, and range officials. This article covers the importance of the Rule of 180, its implications in various shooting sports, and how competitors can internalize and abide by this rule to ensure safety and success in competition. Understanding the Rule of 180 The Rule of 180 is a fundamental safety principle
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
The Rise of the Modified Optics Division
The Rise of the Modified Optics Division in 3-Gun Competitions In 3-gun competition, shooters test their skills with a pistol, rifle, and shotgun in fast-paced stages, where divisions regulate equipment choices. The relatively new “Modified Optics” division has exploded in popularity since its introduction in early 2022, striking a balance between traditional restrictions and the flexibility of modern optics. This division first appeared at the 2022 Nordic Vortex Tri-Gun and the 2022 Jeff Kirkwold Memorial
