IDPA Texas State Championship 2026 | Stage Footage + Lessons Learned

Published on March 29, 2026
Duration: 37:26

This video documents the shooter's experience at the 2026 Texas State IDPA match, highlighting various stages and lessons learned. Key takeaways include the importance of consistent trigger engagement, managing equipment issues like a snagged string during a draw, and adapting to different target types such as movers. The shooter also reflects on the impact of environmental factors like cold weather and the learning curve associated with a new firearm.

Quick Summary

At the 2026 Texas State IDPA match, the shooter identified moving targets and distance shooting as key areas for improvement. They also faced challenges with a new firearm's grip safety and cold weather, emphasizing the need for more focused training to enhance performance in these critical aspects of competition.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the Match
  2. 00:57Warm-up Stage
  3. 01:43Warm-up Debrief & Equipment Issue
  4. 02:16Stage 1: Competition Begins
  5. 03:53Stage 1 Debrief: Swinger Miss
  6. 04:25Stage 2 Start
  7. 05:26Stage 2 Incident & Scoring
  8. 06:24Stage 2 Debrief: Non-Threat Hit & Cold Weather Impact
  9. 07:31Stage 3 Start
  10. 08:46Stage 3 Safety Check & Scoring
  11. 09:00Stage 3 Debrief: Grip Safety Issue & Round Count
  12. 10:12Stage 3 Debrief: New Gun Adaptation
  13. 11:11Stage 4 Start
  14. 11:40Stage 4 Safety Check & Scoring
  15. 11:48Stage 4 Debrief: First Clean Run
  16. 12:39Stage 5 Start
  17. 13:15Stage 5 Safety Check & Scoring
  18. 13:35Stage 5 Debrief: Poor Shot Placement & Movers
  19. 15:54Stage 6 Start
  20. 16:20Stage 6 Safety Check & Scoring
  21. 16:50Stage 6 Debrief: Dot Acquisition Issues
  22. 18:25Stage 7 Start
  23. 18:55Stage 7 Safety Check & Scoring
  24. 19:05Stage 7 Debrief: Missed Target & Plan Execution
  25. 20:40Mid-Match Reflection & Remaining Stages
  26. 21:05Stage 8 Start
  27. 22:08Stage 8 Safety Check & Scoring
  28. 22:41Stage 8 Debrief: Needed Good Run & Zero Down
  29. 23:09Stage 9 Start
  30. 23:38Stage 9 Safety Check & Scoring
  31. 24:03Stage 9 Debrief: Strategic Reload & Static Shooting
  32. 25:08Stage 10 Start
  33. 25:43Stage 10 Safety Check & Scoring
  34. 26:39Stage 10 Debrief: Round Count Management & Steel Issues
  35. 27:46Stage 11 Start
  36. 28:29Stage 11 Safety Check & Scoring
  37. 29:16Stage 11 Debrief: Mover Miss & No Excuses
  38. 30:05Stage 12 Start
  39. 30:26Stage 12 Scoring
  40. 30:37Stage 12 Safety Check & Scoring
  41. 31:08Stage 12 Debrief: Acceptable Run
  42. 31:18Final Stage Approach
  43. 31:38Stage 13 Start (Last Stage)
  44. 32:07Stage 13 Safety Check & Scoring
  45. 32:38Stage 13 Debrief: Grip Safety Issue on New Gun
  46. 33:35Post-Match Recap & Takeaways
  47. 34:02Key Weaknesses Identified: Movers & Distance
  48. 35:04Match Results & Comparison to Previous Year
  49. 35:44Future Training & Upcoming Matches
  50. 36:44Summer Shoots Membership Program
  51. 37:10Conclusion & Sign-off

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the main challenges faced by the shooter at the 2026 Texas State IDPA match?

The shooter identified moving targets (movers) as a significant challenge, along with distance shooting which is more common in major matches. They also experienced issues with acquiring the red dot on a small sight window and adapting to the grip safety of a new Kimber 2K11 Pro Comp pistol, especially in cold weather conditions.

How did the shooter manage equipment issues during the IDPA match?

During one stage, the shooter's draw was impeded by a snagged string on their vest. They chose to continue shooting without stopping, addressing the string later. They also noted the need to adjust their grip on a new firearm to properly engage the grip safety, considering a modification for future events.

What are the key takeaways for improving performance in IDPA competitions based on this match?

The shooter emphasized the need for more training, particularly focusing on improving skills with moving targets and at greater distances. They also highlighted the importance of adapting to new equipment and understanding how environmental factors like cold weather can affect performance. Consistent execution of a plan and minimizing penalties like non-threat hits are crucial.

What was the shooter's performance and ranking at the 2026 Texas State IDPA Championship?

The shooter finished 152nd out of 268 participants with 76 points down. While this was a lower ranking than their first major match the previous year (168th out of 285), they viewed the event as a valuable learning experience to identify areas for improvement for future competitions.

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