In Episode 167 of Trap Talk, Zach Nannini and Richard Marshall Jr. sit down with Dawn Grant — mental performance coach, certified hypnotist, and owner of Amelia Shotgun Sports in northeast Florida.

Dawn shares how she went from psychology student to working with PGA Tour pros like Vijay Singh, helping him break an 18-month slump and win $13 million in one month. A local sporting clays shooter introduced her to the shotgun world, and she's been helping clay shooters ever since — working with names like Wendell Cherry and John Woolley.

The conversation digs deep into:
the difference between conscious and subconscious mind — and why that matters for shooters

why trap shooters already know the mental game is 90% of the battle
visualization techniques and how Frank Hoppy had a 14-year-old Ricky Marshall breaking 100 targets in his mind before bed

what hypnosis actually is — and what it isn't (no, she can't poke around in your secrets)

a live breathing and visualization exercise that kept Zach and Ricky quiet for three straight minutes (a Trap Talk record)

why bringing your attention to your breath and the details on the target keeps your conscious mind out of trouble

Dawn also breaks down the alpha and theta brainwave states, explains why you shouldn't change your mechanics the day before an event, and talks about how confidence with humility is the sweet spot for peak performance.

If you've ever choked in a shoot-off, talked yourself out of a good run, or just want to understand what's happening between your ears when the pressure's on — this episode is for you.
📍 Find Dawn: DawnGrant.com | Clay Mastermind Podcast | @DawnGrantMentalTraining on social
📍 Free web class: tinyurl.com/CSwebclass
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In Episode 166 of Trap Talk, Zach Nannini and Richard Marshall Jr. sit down with Bryan Weeks from Livermore, California — 2025 California State ATA Singles Champion, three-time PITA All-Star, and manager of Livermore-Pleasanton Rod & Gun Club.
Bryan shares how he got hooked after hitting his first target at a bachelor party in 2005, his journey from league shooter to running one of the largest trap facilities in California, and what it really takes to keep a gun club running smooth — clean trap houses, reliable mics, and finding volunteers in a state with the highest minimum wage.
The conversation digs deep into:

the 74th Annual Golden West Grand (May 6–10) — gold coin belt buckles for every event, shooter appreciation dinners, and why this shoot is a West Coast classic
the Multi-State Challenge coming to Livermore (April 17–19) — a new All-American point shoot giving California shooters better access to compete
North Bay & South Bay leagues — how these monthly 150-target competitions shaped some of California's best shooters
California trap shooting legends — Dave Kelly, Benias, Bob Graves, Rich Bullard, and the nostalgia of shooting at Livermore, Martinez, and Sunnyvale
what makes a sea-level target so tough — and why Zach's 100 straight at Martinez is still a story worth telling

Whether you're planning a trip to California or just want to hear some classic trap talk and war stories, this one's for you.
📍 Golden West Grand: May 6–10, 2026 @ Livermore-Pleasanton Rod & Gun Club
📍 Multi-State Challenge: April 17–19, 2026 @ Livermore
📍 PITA State Shoot: Two weeks after the Golden West Grand
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Your eyes are your most important piece of shooting equipment.

In Episode 165 of Trap Talk, we’re joined by Dr. Laura W. Winkel, OD — 21-time ATA All-American, Washington State Champion, and Doctor of Optometry — to break down how vision directly impacts your performance on the trap field.

We cover:

• Eye dominance — and what causes it
• What to do if your eye suddenly “takes over”
• Floaters and how to manage them
• Why dry eyes can cost you targets
• The importance of regular eye exams
• Nutrition and supplements for eye health
• Lens colors and shooting glasses
• Practical eye exercises shooters can do at home

If you’ve ever wondered whether your vision is holding you back, this episode is for you.

Your gun matters.
Your hold point matters.
But if you can’t see the target clearly, none of it matters.

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