2025 Generation III Gun Championship: Supporting the Next Generation of Shooters
Dates: September 5–7, 2025
Location: Gadsden Shooting Center, Iberia, MO
Match Fee: $300 (Junior shooters compete for free)
The 2025 Generation III Gun Championship is more than just a match—it’s a mission. Hosted by the nonprofit Generation III Gun, this event combines exciting competitive shooting with a focus on fostering the next generation of 3-gun competitors. Held at the premier Gadsden Shooting Center in Missouri, this match supports junior shooters by covering their entry fees and empowering them to thrive in the shooting sports community.
Event Highlights
- Supporting Junior Shooters:
Junior competitors (under 18 as of September 4, 2025) can participate in this match free of charge. Scholarships are available for juniors needing additional assistance. - A Nonprofit Mission:
Proceeds from the event support Generation III Gun’s mission to ensure that junior shooters have the resources to attend major matches, promoting education, camaraderie, and a love for competitive shooting. - Dynamic Competition:
The championship features challenging stages designed to test skill, speed, and precision with rifle, pistol, and shotgun.
Registration and Fees
- Opens: March 3, 2025, at 8:30 PM CST
- Closes: September 12, 2025, at 8:30 PM CST
- Match Fee: $300 (includes a match shirt)
- Additional shirts available for $20 each.
Sponsorship Opportunities
This championship is also a fundraising event, with all match fees and sponsorships supporting Generation III Gun’s nonprofit mission.
- Only 25 main match sponsor slots are available—secure your spot early!
- Sponsored shooters may shoot with RO/Staff.
To sponsor the event or secure a slot, contact Chad Francis at 3gunchad@gmail.com. All sponsorship donations are tax-deductible.
Why Compete?
The 2025 Generation III Gun Championship offers competitors a chance to test their skills on exciting stages while supporting the future of competitive shooting. Your participation helps fund opportunities for junior shooters, ensuring the legacy of the shooting sports continues to thrive.
