Tips & Tactics | S4 E6: "Jane Brown Keller: Pre-Shooting Routine"

Published on November 13, 2014
Duration: 2:00

Jane Brown Keller outlines a crucial pre-shot routine for clay target shooting, emphasizing that after safety, the primary focus must be on the target. Her routine involves assessing the number of targets, ensuring sufficient ammunition, observing target flight and background for optimal sight picture, and selecting the appropriate choke. She advises watching targets a couple of times, then stepping back to refresh memory before shooting.

Quick Summary

Jane Brown Keller's pre-shot routine for clay target shooting prioritizes focus on the target after safety. Key steps include assessing target numbers, ensuring ample ammunition, observing target flight and background for optimal sight picture, and selecting the appropriate choke. She advises brief observation, stepping back to reset, and then refreshing memory before shooting.

Chapters

  1. 00:08Importance of Focus After Safety
  2. 00:14Jane Brown Keller's Pre-Shot Routine
  3. 00:24Assessing Number of Targets
  4. 00:31Ensuring Sufficient Ammunition
  5. 00:41Observing Target Characteristics
  6. 00:47Choke Selection Strategy
  7. 01:00Prioritizing Targets and Sight Picture
  8. 01:27Stepping Back and Refreshing Memory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the first step in a clay shooting pre-shot routine after ensuring safety?

After safety is confirmed, the most crucial element of a clay shooting pre-shot routine is to focus intently on the clay target itself. This mental focus is paramount for successful target acquisition and breaking.

How should a shooter prepare their ammunition and equipment before a clay shooting station?

Before approaching a station, ensure you have more than enough shells in your pocket. This prevents interruptions that can break concentration. Also, consider your choke selection based on the target's distance and flight path.

What visual cues should a clay shooter look for when observing targets?

When observing targets, note their distance, flight path, and how they appear against the background. This helps determine which target to break first and where it will be clearest for an optimal sight picture.

Why is it important to step back from the shooting station during a pre-shot routine?

Stepping back allows you to clear your mind and avoid over-analyzing every target. It's a moment to reset, perhaps take a sip of water, and then briefly re-observe targets to refresh your memory before your turn.

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