It is with much sadness that we report the passing of Martin F. “Bubba” Wood on January 5 at the age of 83. The skeet champion, conservationist, wingshooter, and wildlife art curator was a Texas legend whose influence ranged far beyond the state. He was the leader of the renowned Cosmic Cowboys 5-man skeet team in the 1970s. One of his fellow Cosmic Cowboys, Robert Paxton, shared some thoughts on his friend: Prolific hunter, fisherman, sporting arts dealer, world champion skeet shooter, and conservationist, Bubba Wood was an all-around sportsman. In 1965, a few years after he began … [Read more...]
Final Shots: Joseph B. “Joe” Cantey III
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...]
Final Shots: Kolar’s Don Mainland Passes
We are saddened to report the passing of Don Mainland, the man who established Kolar Arms as one of the leading manufacturers of clay target shotguns since the 1990's. Mainland acquired the company founded by Larry Kolar in the 1980's, moving the tube-set business to his machine shop in Wisconsin. After producing trap guns for Remington, Mainland then began production of Kolar-branded shotguns made in the USA. The company is currently in its third generation of Mainland operation, with Don's son Jeff and grandson Sean now managing the business. In addition to the Kolar gun business, Don … [Read more...]
NSCA Legend Lois Neely Passes
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Lois Neely, a true legend and cherished member of the sporting clays community. Lois departed this world on July 10, 2023, leaving behind a legacy that will forever be etched in the minds and hearts of our industry. Lois dedicated her life to sporting clays tournaments with an unwavering commitment to excellence, skill and service to our sportsmen. Her career began with the NSSA in member services in 1985. She moved to the NSCA in 1989, the first staff member to solely focus on the NSCA at headquarters, with member … [Read more...]
Final Shots: Robert T. “Bob” Lepor
It is with great sadness that we report that Bob Lepor, a great friend and leader of NSCA, passed away on Tuesday, February 7, 2023, after several years of illness. Members and staff of NSSA-NSCA knew Bob as a shooter, sportsman, and great competitor, but he was also a dedicated family man, fisherman, car-lover, hunter, and hard-working, successful businessman. Bob joined NSCA on March 14, 1994, shot 254,208 lifetime registered targets, and served in NSCA governance positions for many years. He served on the NSCA Executive Council from 2000-2013, including the Executive Council Chairmanship … [Read more...]
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