Videos tagged with Competition Rules

This video discusses a recent ban on SIG Sauer P320 firearms at the Southern Utah Practical Shooters (SUBS) range due to an alleged uncommanded incident. The ban creates a conflict as SUBS is scheduled to host USPSA Nationals, where P320s are typically allowed. The speaker speculates on the potential for a waiver for the Nationals and discusses the ongoing concerns surrounding P320 malfunctions.

This episode of the Hornady Podcast features Travis Ashida, founder of NRL Hunter, discussing the practical precision of the sport. It highlights how NRL Hunter bridges the gap between competitive shooting and real-world hunting scenarios, emphasizing practical rifle configurations, ethical shot placement, and building shooter confidence. The conversation delves into the rules, divisions, and the community aspect of NRL Hunter, underscoring its role in developing skilled and confident hunters.

This entry synthesizes Ben Stoeger's insights on standard shooting tests, emphasizing their role as tools for individual skill development rather than mere reward systems. Stoeger, an expert instructor, details the components of these tests, including position changes and complex engagement orders, explaining their purpose in preparing shooters for practical scenarios. He highlights performance expectations and differentiates competition shooting from real-world applications, stressing safety and effective practice as key for class participation.

This guide explains the evolution of wall design in USPSA practical shooting, moving from solid walls to safer, see-through netted barriers. Instruction from Firepower United highlights how netted walls improve safety by ensuring Range Officers and competitors can see the entire stage, preventing potential hazards. The benefits of increased visibility and wind resistance are also noted.

This video features John "Shrek" McPhee, a Purple Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and a veteran tactical instructor, discussing his experience at the World Master IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship. He details a controversial disqualification (DQ) during his match, explaining the sequence of events from his perspective, including an armbar attempt and his subsequent standing defense that led to the ruling. Despite the frustration, McPhee maintains a sportsmanlike attitude, acknowledges the need to better understand specific competition rules, and expresses his intent to return.

Les Kismartoni, a Grandmaster shooter, discusses the intricacies of competitive shooting sports like USPSA and IDPA. He explains the progression of skill levels, from unclassified to Grandmaster, based on classifier scores. The conversation delves into the evolution of divisions, the strategic importance of reloading, and the challenges of stage design in volunteer-run clubs.

This video details specific stages from the Lynx Brutality 2025 competition, focusing on practical application of tactical gear and shooting skills under pressure. Instruction from an experienced shooter covers the 'minefield' stage with trip mines and tourniquet penalties, a demanding kettlebell carry, and target engagement strategies including holdover adjustments. The competition emphasizes both shooting accuracy and physical endurance.

This video details a 'Relay Steel Plates' competition. The drill involves teams of shooters engaging steel targets sequentially, with each shooter loading only one round at a time. The objective is to be the first team to knock down two targets. Tie-breakers are based on remaining ammunition if times are equal. The competition emphasizes speed, accuracy, and team coordination under pressure.

This video discusses USPSA's recent trademark application for 'Hit Factor,' a term commonly used in firearms competitions. The speaker expresses concern that this move is intended to target and potentially penalize outlaw shooting clubs that use the term. The video highlights the controversy and negative reception this action has received within the shooting community, suggesting it may be a misguided attempt to generate revenue from departing clubs.

This video captures moments from a USPSA sectional match, featuring standard competition commands like "Are you ready?" and "Standby." It highlights the procedural elements of competitive shooting, including stage setups and the flow of a match. The content focuses on the operational aspects of participating in a USPSA event.

This video is a Q&A session for the High Desert Brutality 2023 match, hosted by InRangeTV. It clarifies rules and expectations, particularly regarding the optional Designated Marksman Rifle (DMR) and extended target distances up to 1000 yards. The discussion covers DMR definition, equipment, target engagement strategies, clothing recommendations for desert environments, and facility details like camping. The event emphasizes the opportunity to engage targets at longer ranges, but it is not solely a precision match.

This video explains the operational flow of a practical shooting competition, detailing safety protocols and stage execution. It emphasizes the critical role of Range Officers, the function of the 'fumble zone' for firearm handling, and the consequences of safety violations. The content covers stage boundaries, target engagement through openings, and the commands given during a competition stage, offering insights for participants.