Tag: the tactical games

From NASCAR Production to National Champion: Andrea Hilderbrand’s Trophy-Filled Life

Action Gunner December 22, 2025

Lauren Kalil’s series with the 2025 Tactical Games National Champions continues with possibly the most decorated athlete in the sport’s history—a woman with so many trophies behind her that the interview started with a tour of the wall. Andrea Hilderbrand won the first-ever Women’s 50+ division at Tactical Games Nationals this year. But that’s just the latest line on a resume that includes world championships in obstacle course racing, ultra mountain biking victories, 21,000-foot mountain

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Conceived in the U.S., Born to Race AG Review: APACHE

Alex Rueda December 19, 2025

Watchtower Defense pulled out all the stops with the APACHE, their full-size, double-stack 1911 purpose-built for competition shooters who demand speed, control, and consistency under pressure. Named after Operation APACHE SNOW, a major U.S. military campaign conducted in May 1969 during the Vietnam War, the APACHE is more than a model name—it is a deliberate nod to Watchtower Defense’s American-made, veteran-owned roots. From the outset, the APACHE makes its intentions clear. This is not a

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Inside the Mind of a Three-Time Champion: Jenay DeCaussin on Winning Tactical Games Nationals

Action Gunner December 1, 2025

Lauren Kalil is sitting down with all the 2025 Tactical Games National Champions in her latest interview series. She kicked things off with the most dominant Women’s Elite competitor the sport has ever seen—and we’re excited to share the conversation with our readers. Jenay DeCaussin doesn’t just win. She keeps winning. At the 2025 Tactical Games National Championship, she captured her third consecutive title in Women’s Elite. That’s not a typo. Three years in a

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The Tactical Games Competition Standards Announced for 2025

Action Gunner February 16, 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

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Experience the Intense Challenge: A Weekend at The Tactical Games

Action Gunner January 5, 2024

Embarking on a weekend at The Tactical Games is a thrilling journey into the heart of competitive shooting, physical endurance, and a community like no other. You’re probably at the point where you’ve consumed as much media as you can find to be as prepared as possible for participating in your first event – but other than the hype footage and snippets of on-the-range fun & travel shenanigans, nothing has actually given you the full

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What are The Tactical Games?

Action Gunner December 19, 2023

The Tactical Games is a thrilling and physically demanding competition that combines marksmanship with physical challenges. It offers participants a unique, challenging experience that tests their shooting skills, physical fitness, and mental resilience. This article provides an in-depth overview, including its origins, format, and key components. Origins of The Tactical Games The Tactical Games was founded by Tim Burke in 2018. Derived from a highly secretive event hosted and run by NATO Tier 1 units,

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