With deep regret, we report the passing of our good friend and Past President of NSSA, Bruce Kinkner. Bruce was an inductee into the NSSA Hall of Fame in 1983 as recipient of the Ray Boller Award, in recognition of his extraordinary service to the association. He was an Executive Committeeman of Zone 7 Skeet Association and a board member of the Arizona State Skeet Association for many years. He was one of the founding members for both associations as well. Bruce is also in the Hall of Fame for Zone 7 and the Arizona Skeet Shooting Association. Bruce was one of the original 10 Founding Fathers … [Read more...]
Support Youth, Other Programs with NSSA-NSCA Donations
If you're a supporter of NSSA-NSCA and our various programs and want to offer financial support, we want you to know how to do so. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, the National Skeet Shooting Association (of which the NSSA, NSCA, and National Shooting Complex are divisions) is eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions. While you may choose to make a general donation to the nonprofit corporation or to either association, you may also specify how your contribution is to be earmarked, such as for the NSCA USA Sporting Clays Team, to the youth shooting program, NSSA-NSCA Hall of … [Read more...]
Reserve Tickets for NSSA Hall of Fame Banquet
The 49th Annual National Skeet Shooting Hall of Fame Banquet will be held during the 2018 World Skeet Championships on Thursday, October 4, 2018 at the Courtyard by Marriott San Antonio SeaWorld/Westover Hills in San Antonio, Texas. NSSA will induct Helen Swetman and Billy D. Williams for achievements as shooters and Robert DeFrancesco as the Ray Boller Award recipient for his contributions and service to NSSA. In addition, John Cicora and Rayburn Rash will be added to the Referee Honor Roll. Cocktails will begin at 6:45 p.m. with dinner to follow at 7:45 p.m. Attendees will also have the … [Read more...]
Randy Penwell Leaves a Legacy
Randy Clark Penwell from Dallas, Texas, passed on May 11, 2017 after a two-year battle with cancer. He leaves behind his wife, Mary, and many loved ones. Randy was the consummate entrepreneur, with multiple business endeavors, as well as a sportsman with many hobbies. He accepted challenges and adventures with much enthusiasm and determination. Skeet shooting was his favorite and as a perfectionist competitor, he won many honors. He was inducted into the Texas Skeet Shooters Hall of Fame in 1996. He won two World Championships, was on the Texas State team and National All-American teams … [Read more...]
Reserve Tickets for NSSA Hall of Fame Banquet
The 47th Annual National Skeet Shooting Hall of Fame Banquet will be held during the 2016 World Skeet Championships on Monday, October 3, 2016 at the Courtyard by Marriott San Antonio SeaWorld/Westover Hills in San Antonio, Texas. NSSA will induct Kevin Monteleone and Kenneth Keth into its Hall of Fame, NSSA’s highest honor. Monteleone will be honored for his achievements as a shooter, while Keth will receive the Ray Boller Award for sustained service to NSSA. In addition, Louis Bratty, Jr., and David "Stormy" Weatherford will be added to the Referee Honor Roll. Cocktails will begin at … [Read more...]