I Wasn’t Ready for the Hodnet Sovereign Challenge!

Published on June 28, 2026
Duration: 17:36

This video details the challenging Hodnet Sovereign Challenge, a 120-target clay shooting competition held at West Midlands Shooting Ground. The course, designed by Owen Jones and sponsored by Hull Cartridge, tested shooters' skill and mental endurance with complex targets set in varied terrain. The event culminated in a high-pressure superfinal, highlighting the demanding nature of modern clay shooting.

Quick Summary

The Hodnet Sovereign Challenge is a demanding 120-target clay shooting competition known for its challenging course, designed by Owen Jones, and the unique terrain of West Midlands Shooting Ground. The 2026 event focused on complex target presentations, testing shooters' technical skill and mental endurance, with Nick Hendrick emerging as the winner.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the Hodnet Sovereign Challenge
  2. 00:56Late Start and First Miss
  3. 01:30The Challenge of Tough Targets
  4. 02:25Stand Four: Sim Pair and Monster Single
  5. 03:19Stand Five: Terrain and Tasty Sim Pair
  6. 04:15Conversation with Another Shooter
  7. 04:42Stand Six: Closer Targets, Complex Presentation
  8. 05:18Proudest Shot of the Day
  9. 05:48Challenging Close Birds
  10. 06:25Ammunition Legality in the US
  11. 07:22Stand Ten: The Signature Parkour Stand
  12. 08:14Stand Eleven and Twelve: Tough but Fair
  13. 08:51Course Design: Testing Resilience
  14. 09:32Comparing This Year's Course
  15. 09:55Mistakes in the Heat
  16. 10:27Stand Thirteen and Fourteen: Easing Up
  17. 10:58Closing Targets: The Teal
  18. 11:03Overall Performance and Scores
  19. 11:20The Sovereign Pool Shoot
  20. 11:56The Superfinal Showdown
  21. 12:55Nick Hendrick Wins the Challenge
  22. 13:27Praise for Odnet and Target Design
  23. 13:57Sticking to the Process
  24. 14:11Runner-Up Results
  25. 14:22Growth of the Sovereign Challenge
  26. 14:47Hull Cartridge Support
  27. 15:18Future of the Challenge
  28. 15:34Final Thoughts on the Event
  29. 15:46Hull Cartridge's Contribution
  30. 16:24Thanks and Future Events
  31. 16:40Outro and Channel Support

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Hodnet Sovereign Challenge?

The Hodnet Sovereign Challenge is a premier 120-target clay shooting competition held at West Midlands Shooting Ground. It's renowned for its challenging course, designed by Owen Jones, which tests shooters' skill, mental endurance, and ability to adapt to complex target presentations set in varied terrain.

Who designs the targets for the Hodnet Sovereign Challenge?

The targets for the Hodnet Sovereign Challenge are designed by Owen Jones and his team. They are known for creating difficult but fair clay pigeon targets that require precise gun mounting, eye movement, and swing control, pushing competitors to their limits.

How does the Hodnet Sovereign Challenge differ from previous years?

The 2026 Hodnet Sovereign Challenge shifted its focus from extreme distances to more complex target presentations. While birds might be closer, they are harder to pick up and time, demanding greater technical skill and a different approach to shooting.

What makes the terrain at West Midlands Shooting Ground significant for the challenge?

The terrain at West Midlands Shooting Ground is a key element of the challenge, featuring open skies, large banks, and varied topography. This natural landscape is utilized to create dynamic and unpredictable target flights, adding another layer of difficulty for competitors.

Who won the 2026 Hodnet Sovereign Challenge?

Nick Hendrick won the 2026 Hodnet Sovereign Challenge. He secured victory through a cool, methodical approach, focusing on executing each shot precisely and consistently, even under the immense pressure of the competition's final stages.

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