NSCA regrets to announce the passing of Joseph B. “Joe” Cantey III on January 5. Joe served NSCA as one of its most valued leaders for many years as an officer, Executive Council member, Advisory Council member, national and international shooting champion, and range owner. He was considered by many to be the face of FITASC in the USA, serving as the NSCA FITASC representative and FITASC Vice-President of America. He was inducted into the NSCA Hall of Fame in 2008 for his shooting accomplishments: He was on 18 USA Sporting Clays and FITASC Teams, a member of All-American Teams in 11 … [Read more...]
Ask the Instructor: Why FITASC?
Why FITASC? Why should I shoot FITASC? Well, the first and best reason I can think of is, it’s a blast. It is also, in the opinion of many, the most challenging form of sporting. FITASC is an acronym for the French federation that governs the international form of sporting clays. FITASC typically occupies fewer trap machines and less acreage than sporting clays and is thus more common in Europe, where wide-open spaces are less plentiful. A single parcour (or course) comprises 25 target presentations shot over three pegs (or positions). A 3-foot-diameter hoop usually … [Read more...]
Photo Gallery: Krieghoff Classic 200
South Florida Shooting Club hosted more than 200 shooters at the Krieghoff Classic 200 on February 4-6. NSCA member Johnathan D. Evans not only shot clays at the event but also shot a large number of photos at the scenic club. He has generously shared them with us, and we're sharing some of them with you. You'll see more of them in the magazine over the coming months. Click on any thumbnail below to open the gallery and scroll through larger images. Enjoy! … [Read more...]
