Videos tagged with FITASC

This guide details clay shooting techniques observed at Ashcombe Shooting Ground, featuring instruction from Jonny Carter and Don Brunt. It covers warm-up targets, specific clay presentations like driven, midi, battue, and rabbit targets, and emphasizes the use of equipment like the Beretta 694 shotgun, Hull Sovereign cartridges, and ShotKam for analysis. The instruction highlights FITASC rules and body positioning for optimal performance on challenging terrain.

This video provides an in-depth look at the 2025 National Sporting Clays Championship, detailing the event's scale, competition formats, and featured gear. It highlights the expertise of top shooters and the challenges presented by the various courses. The content is presented with professional commentary and technical insight, suitable for enthusiasts of competitive clay shooting.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Dornsberg Shooting Ground in Germany, hosting the German Nationals 2025 FITASC competition. It highlights the challenging terrain, advanced clay target presentations using Laporte traps, and the mandatory use of steel shot. Expert insights are offered on shotgun fit, balance, and shooting techniques for complex targets, drawing on the authority of competitive shooters and facility management.

This masterclass features World FITASC Champion Zach Kienbaum, offering expert insights into the mental game, visual discipline, and precise lead techniques for sporting clays. Kienbaum, with over 30 years of competitive experience, emphasizes the importance of 'hard focus' on targets, matching gun speed to target speed, and mastering challenging shots like rabbits. The guide also touches on equipment confidence, specifically highlighting the Beretta DT11.

This video covers the inaugural Winchester Ladies Cup Championship, a new initiative launched in 2021 as part of the National Sporting Clays Association (NSCA) Championship Tour. The event aims to provide increased recognition and financial incentives for female sporting-clays shooters, who historically have competed in a male-dominated sport. The competition involves cumulative scores from Five-Stand, Main Event, and FITASC disciplines, with significant prize money awarded to the top three female competitors at each regional event and an overall trophy and cash prize for the season champion. The video highlights the importance of this initiative for encouraging female participation and rewarding their dedication and effort.

This guide breaks down the shooting technique and pre-shot routine of 2014 World FITASC Champion Ed Solomons, as analyzed at Grimsthorpe Estate Shooting Ground. It covers his 'traffic light' routine (Red, Amber, Green), his approach to target acquisition, and stance recommendations. The insights are valuable for intermediate to advanced clay shooters looking to refine their competitive performance.

This entry provides an expert overview of the US Open 2022 clay shooting event held at Back Woods Quail Club in Georgetown, South Carolina. It details the event's immense scale, registration procedures, and unique challenges like the 'Make-A-Break' competition. Key differences between UK and US clay shooting are highlighted, including target presentation and ammunition velocity measurement standards. The information is presented from the perspective of a firearms journalist and competitive shooter, offering insights into gear and event formats like FITASC.

This guide details the techniques and rules for FITASC sporting clays, as explained by world-class expert Ed Solomons. It covers the 'gun down' rule, squad mechanics, critical gun mount procedures, and strategies for target reading and consistent movement across various stands, emphasizing discipline for high-level competition.