The Legendary Grand American World Trapshooting Championship

Published on November 3, 2017
Duration: 4:07

This video provides an in-depth look at the Grand American World Trapshooting Championship, highlighting the event's scale, inclusivity, and the equipment used by competitors. It covers the growth of trapshooting as a sport, the features of the World Shooting and Recreational Complex, and the popular shotgun brands and ammunition choices among participants. The expert commentary emphasizes the community and tradition within trapshooting.

Quick Summary

The Grand American World Trapshooting Championship is the Amateur Trapshooting Association's premier event, attracting over 4,000 competitors to Sparta, Illinois. The sport is known for its inclusivity, welcoming participants of all ages and backgrounds. Popular equipment includes over/under shotguns from major brands and ammunition like Federal Premium Gold Medal Grand for its reduced recoil.

Chapters

  1. 00:11Grand American Championship Overview
  2. 00:32Trapshooting's Growth & Inclusivity
  3. 00:58How Trapshooting is Played
  4. 01:13World Shooting Complex Features
  5. 01:33Shotgun Brands and Types
  6. 01:55Trapshooting Community & Etiquette
  7. 02:24Ammunition & Gear Choices
  8. 02:38Shooter Profiles and Gear
  9. 03:13Tradition and History
  10. 03:43NRA Membership & Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Grand American World Trapshooting Championship?

The Grand American is the Amateur Trapshooting Association's largest event, held annually at the World Shooting and Recreational Complex in Sparta, Illinois. It draws over 4,000 competitors vying for over $1 million in prizes across numerous trap fields.

What types of shotguns are commonly used at the Grand American?

Competitors at the Grand American primarily use over/under shotguns from manufacturers like Benelli, Beretta, Browning, CZ-USA, Krieghoff, Perazzi, Remington, and Winchester. Semi-automatic and single-barrel models are also seen.

What ammunition is popular among trapshooters at the Grand American?

Federal Premium Gold Medal Grand is a popular choice, often selected for its reduced recoil. Winchester AA shells are also widely available and used by competitors at the event.

How inclusive is the sport of trapshooting?

Trapshooting is highly inclusive, allowing people of all ages and backgrounds, from 9-year-olds to 90-year-olds, millionaires to blue-collar workers, to compete together on an equal footing.

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