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Published on: April 18, 2017
By Ashley Brugnone, CMP Writer On March 30, the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) wrapped up the first of four quarters of its Aces Postal competition. Nearly 200 air gun competitors fired upon paper or electronic targets at their home ranges to be scored by the CMP and compared alongside other competitors from around the nation. Given its name from the distinctive poker chip sent to each participant who fires in the match series, the 1st Quarter of the postal competition […]
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Published on: April 13, 2017
[…] New England Games, Jericho, VT Highpower Rifle Bulls-Eye Pistol 9AM – 11AM Level II instruction is discipline specific and covers the different shooting events within that discipline, the guns and equipment used, the courses of fire, detailed discipline and event rules, how to conduct firing for events in that discipline and guidelines for resolving rules issues and violations. Level II instruction is offered for the four shooting disciplines governed by the CMP: Highpower Rifle (includes As-Issued Military Rifle) Bulls-Eye Pistol […]
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Published on: April 7, 2017
Submitted by Ken Taylor, Junior Shooting Sports Chairman American Legion Post 209, Colorado Springs, CO The American Legion Post 209 in Colorado Springs, Colo., has a nine-week Junior Shooting Sports class called the “Young Guns” that meets weekly on Thursday evenings. The Post has been holding classes since the Fall of 2013 and have graduated 96 students to date. The class is limited to 12 students and is open to all youth ages 10 through 18. The cost of the course is $25, […]
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Published on: April 6, 2017
[…] rifle competitions, the kids spend two hours a day, four days a week practicing. That’s one hour before and after school,” said MSgt Jordan. “The CMP (Civilian Marksmanship Program) has been great at supporting young marksmen – we use the book, ‘Coaching Young Rifle Shooters’ by Mr. Gary Anderson as the foundation for all of our practices – and I get to watch their confidence grow with each competition.” Bethany Jordan earned second place overall and was the highest female […]
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Published on: March 10, 2017
By Ashley Brugnone, CMP Writer The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP), with the help of the CMP State Directors from Ohio, Russ and Vickie Evans, recently donated a beginning air rifle program kit to the Lowellville Rod & Gun Club in Lowellville, Ohio. The kit, which includes four Daisy M853 reconditioned pneumatic air rifles, four tins of .177 caliber pellets, a pack of air rifle targets, three-position air rifle rules and shooters journals as well as an air rifle safety poster, […]
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Published on: January 19, 2017
By Gary Anderson, DCM Emeritus The 2017 CMP competition rules are now approved and posted on the CMP website. The 2017 21st Edition of the CMP Highpower Rifle and Pistol Competition Rules. Match officials and competitors need to understand the difference between the two rulebooks and always use the correct rulebook. The “Highpower Rifle and Pistol Rules” govern traditional Service Rifle and Pistol events as well as all EIC and National Trophy Matches. The “CMP Games Rules” govern As-Issued Military […]
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Published on: September 24, 2016
By Ashley Brugnone, CMP Writer TALLADEGA, Ala. – On Sept. 15-18, 2016, the Civilian Marksmanship Program’s (CMP) Talladega Marksmanship Park hosted its first state shotgun event as the 2016 Alabama State Sporting Clays Championship competed on its refined sporting clay fields, action pistol bays and 600-yard range. Nearly 200 participants fired in a multitude of events, with over 700 entries and more than 51,650 targets used in Talladega’s largest shotgun match to date. The event was conducted by […]
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Published on: August 27, 2016
[…] air rifle programs, with most of them engaging in some form of organized competitive shooting. The main governing body for this massive youth sports program is the National Three-Position Air Rifle Council. The primary means of governance is the Council’s rulebook, the National Standard Three-Position Air Rifle Rules. The National Standard Rules are revised and reissued on a bi-annual basis. The newest version of the Rules, the 11th 2016-2018 edition, has just been released. There are only a few real […]
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Published on: July 7, 2016
CAMP PERRY, Ohio – It’s almost here! The 109th firing of the National Trophy Rifle and Pistol Matches on the ranges of Camp Perry are just around the corner. Though steeped in history and tradition, some changes have been made to the National Match schedule as well as the grounds of Camp Perry to allow an even more enjoyable experience for all in attendance. The following is a list of notable items. First Shot Ceremony: The First Shot Ceremony, which […]
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Published on: June 25, 2016
What is the Junior Highpower Support Program? The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) provides financial assistance for eligible members of junior highpower rifle teams sponsored by state associations, or CMP clubs that compete in the National Trophy Rifle Matches during the National Matches at Camp Perry. This program was developed to promote junior participation in the National Matches and to encourage junior competitors to become actively involved in highpower service rifle competition. The funding provided is intended to be partial support […]
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Published on: May 13, 2016
By Ashley Brugnone, CMP Writer CAMP PERRY, Ohio – Men, women and children of all ages, sign up now for the Civilian Marksmanship Program’s (CMP) revered and thrilling National Rimfire Sporter Match – fired Saturday, July 9, 2016, during the National Matches at Camp Perry. The match, as well as its free corresponding clinic, is an unparalleled way to prepare first-time shooters for competition-style shooting, while also allowing experienced marksmen to rekindle a nostalgic connection with a .22 rifle. […]
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Published on: April 27, 2016
For some juniors, moving their shooting careers from high school into college is an indispensable goal. It’s the chance to compete at an even higher level of competition, while also gaining a worthwhile and valuable education. But a lot of juniors, coaches and parents have absolutely no idea where to start in getting their athletes onto college teams – or what to expect when they get there. The following series highlights questions asked of current college student athletes and coaches […]