We asked the question on Facebook:
“What ideas would you bring to the ATA if you were in charge?”

The response?
Over 220 comments from shooters all across the world!

In Part 1 of this multi-episode series, Zach, Ricky, Jon, and guest Joey Charnigo dive into the first set of major themes that came straight from the shooters themselves. This is a positive, forward-looking conversation built on what the community actually wants to see in the future of the ATA.

We cover topics like:

• Making major shoots more exciting and rewarding
• Improving transparency, competition structure, and fairness
• Strengthening youth programs and long-term membership
• Helping new shooters feel welcome and confident
• The future of tech, scoring, and the ATA’s digital presence
• How clubs like Nevada and Stockdale are leading by example
• Why shooters are asking for more fun, more community, and more value

This episode is not about complaining — it’s about opportunity.
The ATA has a rich history, a strong community, and a bright future if we listen to the shooters who care deeply about the sport.

Part 2 is coming next week! Where we go even deeper into the remaining big themes with Jason Barnett from the ATA Executive Committee!

If you're passionate about trapshooting and where the sport is headed, this conversation is the start of something big.

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The boys are back at it! Ricky Marshall Jr. and Zach Nannini sit down for a full recap of the 2025 Autumn Grand in Tucson!

They dig into the big scores, conditions, who showed up strong, and the moments that defined the week at the legendary Tucson Trap & Skeet Club.

If you love high-level trapshooting and straight talk from two guys who’ve lived it, this one’s worth your time.

Trapshooting never slows down — and neither do we.
Tune in, drop a comment, and let us know how your Autumn Grand went.

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The 77th Nevada State Shoot was the biggest and boldest event in Nevada history — and Episode 151 is the full debrief. Ricky, Zach, and Jon sit down to talk through everything that made this year a turning point for Nevada trapshooting.

We cover the wins, the breakthroughs, the surprises, and the numbers that tell the real story:

• 500,000+ targets thrown
• 1,321 HAA entries
• 680 ounces of silver awarded
• $164,540 paid in options
• $41,100 raised through the special event auction
• 5,500 free meals served
• Champions from all over the country stepping up under pressure

This wasn’t just a good state shoot — it set a new standard. And we built it the old-fashioned way: hard work, good people, and a focus on giving shooters a week they’ll remember.

If you were part of it, thank you. If you missed it, this episode lays it all out and gives you a taste of what’s coming next.

Watch the recap, relive the week, and get ready… because the 78th is going to be even bigger.

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