Alexis Lagan - USA Shooting | SHOT Show TV Interviews | 2024

Published on February 1, 2024
Duration: 3:22

Alexis Lean, an Olympian with USA Shooting, discusses her training regimen for Women's Air Pistol and Women's Sport Pistol, emphasizing the precision and accuracy required for international competition. She highlights the small target size in air pistol and the dedication needed to achieve high hit percentages.

Quick Summary

Alexis Lean, an Olympian with USA Shooting, competes in Women's Air Pistol and Women's Sport Pistol. For 10m Air Pistol, the 10-ring is the size of a pencil eraser, and international competitors aim for a 97% hit rate, highlighting the extreme precision required.

Chapters

  1. 00:06Introduction with Alexis Lean
  2. 00:17Shot Show Experience
  3. 00:44Prairie Fire Range Day
  4. 01:06Paris 2024 Olympic Training
  5. 01:40Discipline Breakdown: Air Pistol & Sport Pistol
  6. 01:54Precision Requirements
  7. 02:17Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony
  8. 02:47Shot Show Schedule & Booth Info

Frequently Asked Questions

What shooting disciplines does Alexis Lean compete in?

Alexis Lean competes in two precision shooting disciplines: Women's Air Pistol and Women's Sport Pistol. Both are slower-paced events that require extreme accuracy and focus from the athlete.

What is the target size for 10m Air Pistol in international competition?

In 10m Air Pistol, the target's 10-ring is remarkably small, comparable to the size of a number two pencil eraser head. Athletes must achieve a very high hit percentage on this tiny target to be competitive.

How does Alexis Lean prepare for the Paris 2024 Olympics?

Alexis Lean is training intensely at the Olympic Training Facility in Colorado Springs, dedicating six hours daily to the range. Her qualification for Paris was bolstered by medals from the Pan American Games.

What makes precision shooting disciplines like Air Pistol challenging?

The challenge in precision shooting lies in the extreme accuracy required. For 10m Air Pistol, hitting a target the size of an eraser head approximately 97% of the time demands immense concentration, control, and consistent technique.

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