CMP Announces 2025 Monthly Matches Air Gun League Results

CAMP PERRY, Ohio; ANNISTON, Ala. – With the Monthly Air Gun Matches season complete for 2025, the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) has released the results of the Monthly Matches League!

Monthly Matches are held at CMP’s Competition Centers in Ohio and Alabama throughout the year, featuring air rifle and air pistol events for a variety of ages and experience levels. The Monthly Matches League is designed for individuals who fire in four or more Monthly Matches.

The top five athletes from the Junior 3×20 Precision/Sporter and the Open 60 Shot Air Rifle/Air Pistol events earn prize money based on the number of participants. Places first through third also earn awards for their performances.

Leading Athletes of the 2025 Monthly Matches League:

3×20 Precision:

1. Delilah Muzik, 15, Green Springs, OH
2. Meredith Miller, 15, Green Springs, OH
3. Owen Stauch, 16, Waterford, OH
4. Sarah Mix, 14, Xenia, OH
5. Natalie Welter, 15, Foxburg, PA

3×20 Sporter:

1. Bethany Shirley, 19, Monroe, GA
2. Ashlyn Tilley, 15, Bremen, GA
3. Zachary Purvis, 18, Waco, GA
4. Ellie Hull, 16, Bowdon, GA
5. Kadyn Sanders, 14, Decatur, IN

60 Shot Rifle:

1. Marley Bowden, 18, Harpersville, AL
2. Delilah Muzik, 15, Green Springs, OH
3. Natalie Welter, 15, Foxburg, PA
4. MacKenzie Sookhoo, 18, Newnan, GA
5. Owen Stauch, 16, Waterford, OH

60 Shot Pistol:

1. Suman Sanghera, 20, Great Falls, VA
2. Colin Smith, 35, Pittsburgh, PA
3. Jorja Litwiler, 17, Benton, LA
4. John Collin, 50, Gurnee, IL
5. Matthew Lemmon, 40, Clyde, OH

Congratulation to all participants!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS: the 2026 Monthly Matches are set to return in February! Learn more about these matches and view a full schedule on the CMP website at https://thecmp.org/ranges/cmp-competition-centers/monthly-match-program/.

About CMP Competition Centers:

The Judith Legerski CMP Competition Center in Alabama includes the CMP South Store, which is fully stocked with equipment and memorabilia needs. The Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center in Ohio features cases of authentic Olympic and other memorabilia from the career of celebrated American marksman, Gary Anderson, for observers to enjoy.

Each of CMP’s indoor air gun facilities holds an 80-point range, equipped with innovative electronic targets. The venues regularly host local, state and national competitions as well as Open Marksmanship, which allows visitors of virtually any age and experience level to test out air rifles or air pistols with the guidance of qualified CMP staff members.

To learn more, visit https://thecmp.org/ranges/cmp-competition-centers/.

CMP Offers Indoor Open Public Marksmanship, Simulators Every Week 

By Ashley Dugan, CMP Staff Writer 

CAMP PERRY, Ohio – As a member of the Port Clinton community for nearly 30 years, the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) is proud to provide world-class marksmanship opportunities throughout the year in a variety of disciplines, including the great introductory sport of air gun. In support of its growth, the CMP hosts Open Public Marksmanship for individuals of all experience levels to enjoy – even those who have never shot before. 

The CMP is a national organization dedicated to educating U.S. citizens in responsible uses of firearms, presented through safety and fundamental instruction as well as through a variety of annual indoor and outdoor events. 

With a permanent 80-point indoor electronic air gun range located inside the Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center at Camp Perry, the CMP welcomes the public each week for Open Marksmanship use. Guests may visit the range Tuesdays and Wednesdays from noon to 8 p.m. and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for air rifle or air pistol practice, fun or simply to try something new. 

The air guns are quiet, with no kickback, and suitable for nearly any age. No equipment? No problem. Rental equipment is offered within the air range, and qualified CMP staff members (including former NCAA rifle athletes) are always available to offer guidance.  

Guests to the Competition Center may also try CMP’s Laser Shot simulators, capable of imitating rifle, pistol and shotgun target practice through modified firearms. The simulators, air range and the rest of the facility is available for rent and serves as a unique space for parties, team building sessions, showers and more. 

While at Camp Perry, don’t forget to browse the CMP North Store – filled with timeless military surplus rifles and an array of equipment needs. Plan your visit through the CMP website at https://www.TheCMP.org or contact us at (419) 635-2141. We hope to see you soon! 

Thank You!

CMP Partners with Lake Erie Arms for Weekly Bullseye League

By Ashley Dugan, CMP Staff Writer

MILAN, Ohio – The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) is excited to announce a new Bullseye Pistol League, held in partnership with Lake Erie Arms!

The eight-week league will meet every Tuesday, beginning Sept. 17, 2024, at Lake Erie Arms – a 94,000-square-foot indoor public complex that houses multiple 25-yard and 100-yard ranges, an indoor clay house, virtual simulator, sales as well as a café and upscale member club. The facility is located just a short drive from CMP’s Port Clinton headquarters.

“The CMP is grateful for this opportunity to expand our outreach with Lake Erie Arms and to continue supporting marksmanship opportunities throughout the year,” said Christie Sewell, CMP Chief Programs Officer.

“I’ve personally used the indoor ranges at Lake Erie Arms in the past and have been very impressed with the helpful staff as well as the outstanding accommodations,” she went on. “We’re more than happy to encourage others to explore this local facility for themselves through this enjoyable event.”

The weekly co-ed Bullseye League will be conducted in a single-person format, challenging participants on target accuracy. Both beginner and advanced levels will be offered, with a standard course of fire at 25 yards with .22LR or .45ACP pistols. Pistols are also available for rent!

CMP’s Pistol Manager, Jim Henderson, will be present during the league and will offer a Beginner’s Class on Sept. 17 at 5 p.m. for anyone new to the sport or those with questions on how to improve his or her marksmanship skills.

To add to the fun, the CMP will award Gift Certificates ($100, $75 and $50) to the top three overall league participants and a $100 CMP Gift Certificate to the top beginner.

Learn more and register for this friendly recreational league at https://www.learms.net/cmp-bullseye-league. More information on Bullseye Pistol can be found on the CMP website at https://thecmp.org/competitions/cmp-pistol-program/. Discover all Lake Erie Arms has to offer at https://www.learms.net/!

Other CMP Offerings: Each summer, the CMP hosts the month-long National Rifle and Pistol Matches on the outdoor ranges of the Camp Perry National Guard Training Facility in Port Clinton for participants of all experience levels. Camp Perry is also home to CMP’s Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center, which houses an 80-point indoor electronic air gun range and Laser Shot simulators, as well as Petrarca Range, an outdoor electronic range – both open weekly to the public. Learn more at https://thecmp.org/.

CMP Offering Special Indoor March Madness Competition at Camp Perry

By Ashley Dugan, CMP Staff Writer

Looking for an entertaining night out with friends, family or maybe even a unique challenge for yourself? Check out the Civilian Marksmanship Program’s (CMP) March Madness event, set for Thursday, March 28, at the Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center!

Open to ages 10 and up, this fun match will be an elimination, bracket-style competition where participants go head-to-head. The highest-scoring individual will move on to the next round until only one remains. The top three competitors will earn a gift card to local businesses! 

Entry fee is $15 and this will include pellets for the match and the rifle rental. Competition begins at 6 p.m., with participants encouraged to arrive at 5:30 p.m. Though the range welcomes the public Monday-Thursday, 9-3 and each Tuesday night, 5-8, March Madness is a special Thursday evening competition and will be the ONLY event taking place on that date.

We hope to see you there! The Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center is located at 1000 Lawrence Rd., Building 5042, Port Clinton, Ohio, 43452. Learn more about the range by visiting the CMP website at http://thecmp.org/air/cmp-competition-centers/.

About the Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center:

The Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center features an 80-point indoor electronic air gun range that regularly hold local, state and national events. The climate-controlled facility is open to the public each Tuesday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and all week long by appointment, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

Whether an expert marksman or someone who’s never tried the sport before, we have a spot for you on the firing line. Individuals of all ages and abilities are welcome to fire upon the advanced target system for practice or fun. Sporter class air rifles are free to rent with entry fee, while National Match Air Rifles (NMAR) are available to rent for a reasonable additional fee. And don’t forget to try the firearm simulators, also housed within the facility!

Visitors to the range must complete a one-time CMP Eligibility Affidavit and a Liability Waiver as well as attend a short safety briefing before reaching the firing line. Children under the age of 18 must have a parental consent form signed. CMP staff members are always onsite to answer questions and to ensure a safe environment for all.

Local Couple Finds Shared Hobby Through CMP’s Air Gun Center

By Ashley Dugan, CMP Staff Writer

You might say that Tom and Joan Kerbel met by “accident” – that is, a car accident. 

One fateful day, Tom got into a wreck so bad that it, unfortunately, destroyed his lunch – so, he was forced to walk into the local Subway to have another sandwich made. There, the employee, Joan, was happy to make him another. The two ultimately hit it off, marking the beginning of a lasting relationship.

Fast forward eight years into their marriage and the two have sparked a new type of love affair that has strengthened their bond even more – air gun competition at Camp Perry.

Camp Perry in Port Clinton, Ohio, is headquarters to the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) – a national organization dedicated to firearm safety and competition for all. The base also holds the Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center, which is home to an indoor, 80-point electronic air gun range that has facilitated local, regional and national events for over a decade, including Olympic trials.

Outside of competition, the air gun range hosts Open Public timeslots each week, where anyone of any skill level is welcome to give air rifle or air pistol a try – even if they don’t own an air gun of their own. It’s a great place to gather with friends and family or simply to try something new.

“We like it because it’s something we can do together,” Tom said. “We enjoy it.”

Joan, a native of nearby Gibsonburg all her life, was aware of Camp Perry and had seen the activity around the National Matches each summer (an event held at Camp Perry since 1907), but never knew what it was about.

“I just knew it was some sort of shooting – I didn’t know it was people from all over the world, which is amazing,” she said.

Tom, also from the area, remembers shooting .22 rifles at Camp Perry when he was younger – even thinking back to the famous Mess Hall that was destroyed by a tornado in the late 1990s. He got away from visiting Camp Perry for a while then came back around six years ago when he was invited by a group of friends to try out the air gun range. 

Though he had always shot for fun at sportsman’s clubs, he didn’t know what to expect with air gun. He was quickly entranced and soon encouraged Joan – who wasn’t too keen on the idea of shooting – to join him at the range.

“I thought to myself, ‘Great, now I have to sit and watch him shoot,’” she admitted. “I didn’t want to go.”

Her thoughts changed as she walked up to the main entrance of the Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center, saying she was immediately impressed by the facility.

“We were surprised at how big and beautiful the building is,” Joan said. “When you walk in the door, the people are so helpful and so cheerful.”

Once in the range, Tom got Joan on the firing line with an air rifle, though she was nervous. Thankfully, her worries were alleviated with the help of CMP’s employees who happily assisted her during her first dive into marksmanship.

“There were people there to help us, and that felt really good,” she said. “The people at Camp Perry came over and showed me how to set everything up and how to handle the air rifle and how to absolutely be safe.”

“And I was instantly hooked,” she went on. “I just loved it.”

CMP’s trained staff, like former Division I NCAA rifle athletes Ryan Hinson (CMP junior rifle camp coordinator) and Catherine Green (North Range coordinator) have supported Joan along the way and are always at the range to help others interested in the sport. Joan also received help from CMP’s Jackie Slosnerick, who regularly competes in air pistol.

“They were very comforting,” she said of the CMP staff members. “They’re so willing to help you.”

The staff gave her tips on how to improve her shots and made the entire process easier on the newcomer.

“The people are so nice – I can’t stress that enough,” she said. “The cost isn’t bad to try it out, to rent the gun and buy pellets. It’s just a fun day.”

Joan admits she likes the lightweight air guns because it’s less compression on the ears, with no kickback as with other firearms. Tom and Joan also like the controlled temperature of the range – avoiding the elements of the outdoors.

Tom and Joan visit the air gun range every Tuesday and Thursday during the day and compete in CMP matches when they can. Since their start, they’ve now grown to participate in other marksmanship disciplines, with Joan recently moving on to the outdoor .22 rifle and .22 pistol. Tom also shoots silhouettes, long range and black powder events in his spare time and even won five air gun trophies during the 2023 National Matches.

“It was just a good year,” Tom said with a smile.

Tom and Joan became so involved with air gun that they even trained to become range officers – individuals who ensure safety on the range during events. It was while serving as a range officer during one of CMP’s competitions that Joan took notice of air pistol and became intrigued.

“I thought, ‘I’d like to try that,’” she said. “So, the next time we went to the air range, I tried air pistol, and BAM – I was hooked again.”

Joan has goals of her own in the sport – starting small by trying to reach an overall score of 400 and earning a bronze medal at the upcoming 2024 National Matches. Until then, she and Tom will continue their weekly dates at the Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center, doing what they love.

“We feel blessed to have this facility so close to our residence. So many people can’t do this,” Joan said. “We’ve also met so many wonderful people through shooting. It’s amazing.”

Learn more about CMP’s Competition Centers, including open hours and other frequently asked questions, by visiting https://thecmp.org/ranges/cmp-competition-centers/.