The shooting sports community has lost a dedicated supporter, businessman and mentor with the passing of Edward Allison "Ed" Simon, who died on July 3, 2026, at the age of 72. A lifelong resident of Kaplan, Louisiana, Ed devoted nearly three decades to Liberty Rice Mill before pursuing his passion for the outdoors by founding Ed's Sporting Goods and Ed's Sporting Clays, hosting several NSCA shoots each year. Through those businesses, he became a familiar face to countless hunters, recreational shooters and competitive athletes throughout south Louisiana. Ed was especially committed to … [Read more...]
Enter the 2026 NSCA Krieghoff K-80 Shotgun Raffle
Looking for the chance to own one of the finest sporting clays shotguns on the market while supporting NSSA-NSCA? The annual NSCA Krieghoff K-80 raffle is back for 2026, featuring the iconic Krieghoff K-80 Sporter, generously donated by Krieghoff International. This year's prize is a 32-inch, 12-gauge K-80 Sporter equipped with choke tube barrels, Harmony Nitride engraving, and a right-handed Category 2 Sporter wood set. With an MSRP of $21,645, it's an incredible opportunity to own one of the most respected competition shotguns in the sport. Tickets are $100 each, and only 500 tickets … [Read more...]
NSSA-NSCA Offices Closed for July 4 Holiday
In observance of Independence Day, the offices of the National Skeet Shooting Association and National Sporting Clays Association will be closed on Friday, July 3. Regular business hours will resume on Monday, July 6. For those of you in the San Antonio area, the National Shooting Complex will be open through the weekend for members (Friday and Sunday) and the general public (Saturday). See the NSC events calendar. As we celebrate our nation's independence, we extend our sincere appreciation to our members, clubs, volunteers, and supporters for all you do to strengthen the shooting … [Read more...]
This Month In Clay Target Nation
The July issue of Clay Target Nation is packed full of tips and tactics that will help you find more success and have more fun on the sporting clays course or the skeet field this season. Plus, we've got plenty of event coverage as the shooting gets hot this summer. In our Training Tips columns, you'll find some helpful insight from Todd Bender about letting complacency sneak into your skeet game, and Anthony Matarese Jr. explores why consistency seems so elusive for some shooters. Spring and summer have been packed with events, and we have coverage of the Krieghoff Masters, the … [Read more...]
Final Shots: Gary Grant Wehlage
Gary Grant Wehlage passed away on March 29, having lived a full and meaningful life rooted in family, the outdoors, and a deep appreciation for the simple things. Gary was a respected professor at the University of Wisconsin – Madison, where he devoted his career to teaching, mentorship, and a genuine care for students. As part of the School of Education, he focused his work on helping all students succeed, especially those at risk of being left behind. Through both his teaching and his work, Gary made a lasting impact on students, educators, and the field of education. Upon his retirement, he … [Read more...]
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