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SST Youth Group Program

Shotgun sports is more than just a sport; it's a journey that shapes the lives of young athletes, teaching them valuable lessons that extend beyond the range. These lessons—about discipline, responsibility, and resilience—are carried into their schools, jobs, friendships, and families. The Youth Program provides a structured environment with dedicated instructors who pass on their knowledge and experience to the next generation of shooters, from juniors to collegiate shooters.

At its core, the program is about nurturing true sportsmanship—learning to gracefully accept both victory and defeat. The youth involved in the program are seen as the lifeblood and future of shotgun sports, and the program is designed to support them through the challenges they may face, including fears, physical and mental differences, and equipment adjustments. The program is inclusive, working with shooters of all abilities and focusing on education, safety, fair competition, respectful behavior, and academic success. These principles help young athletes not only excel in the sport but grow as individuals and leaders for the future.



The Structured Program Consists of :

  • Safety (Participants are REQUIRED to complete a Hunter Safety Program prior to the start of the season)
  • Gun Types: Pump, Automatic, Over/Under & Side by Side
  • Ammunition and Chokes
  • Eye Dominance
  • Gun Fit (patterning plate)
  • Mount and stance
  • Intro into all shotgun games
  • Instruction and target techniques
  • Competition – games and formal registered shoots
  • Practice, log books
  • Good Grades

We typically practice 2-3 times a month. Practices are held at the SST Club, and start around 2 PM. They run about 2 hours and parents and guests are welcome to come and observe. Please check the Schedule page for details as times and location can change as needed.

 For Practices, SST will provide the Facility, Shotguns (if needed), Clay Targets and Ammunition free of charge, but feel free to bring your shotgun if you have one that you want to use. To become a member of the competitive youth team, the SST Ravens, you must be a SST Club Member and pay team registration fees.

 On Sundays, any current SST Club family membership youth, under the age of 18, can shoot (2) Free Rounds. (Guns & Ammunition not provided by SST).

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