Videos tagged with DQ

This video debunks common misconceptions about competitive shooting, emphasizing that participants are generally friendly and supportive, not intimidating. It highlights the importance of understanding and adhering to safety rules, particularly avoiding pointing the firearm at anyone, to prevent disqualification (DQ). The speaker shares personal experiences of overcoming initial anxieties about judgment and finding the competitive shooting community to be welcoming and helpful to beginners.

This video discusses issues within USPSA competition, focusing on perceived overzealous or incorrect application of rules by Range Officers (ROs), leading to Disqualifications (DQs). The speaker and commenters argue that ROs should prioritize safety and sportsmanship over technical rule interpretation, especially when no actual safety infraction occurs. The discussion highlights how poor RO conduct can deter new and existing competitors, negatively impacting the sport's growth.

Ben Stoeger announces his lifetime ban from USPSA has been lifted by the new board, and his life membership has been reinstated. He expresses appreciation for the support received and views this as a positive sign of change within USPSA, noting improvements in financial management and discussions around video review for disqualifications. Stoeger also reflects on his past aggressive advocacy for change and hints at future involvement in the sport.

This video chronicles a shooter's very first competition experience, which unfortunately ended prematurely with a disqualification (DQ). The user made a critical error by placing their pistol on the table instead of clearing it into the designated bucket, a mistake they acknowledge as significant, especially for a novice. The disappointment is palpable as this debut ended not with success, but with an immediate exit from the event.

This episode of Practical Shooting After Dark features Ben Stoeger, Kim, and Matt Hopkins discussing the Carry Optics Nationals at CMP Talladega. They delve into stage design variety, controversial stage elements like mandatory reloads and weight carries, and issues with shooting in the dark due to scheduling delays. The discussion also covers RO efficiency, scoring accuracy, and the upcoming USPSA national events and their locations.