FRI | JUNE 13, 2025

Nebraska students are being recognized for their archery achievements this school year through the third All-State Team for Archers in the National Archery in the Schools Program.
BlackPoint Tactical announces that its Leather WING™ Concealment Holster has been awarded a 4.55/5 overall score along with the coveted “Member Tested and Recommended” designation by the National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA).
Team SK shooter Kaylyn Craig delivered an outstanding performance at the 2025 Triple Crown Tournament, taking first place in the American Rimfire Association segment of the event, held over Memorial Day weekend at the Kettlefoot Rod & Gun Club in Bristol, Virginia.

Sierra Bullets congratulates Corson Piper on his first place performance at the 2025 MDT Barrel Burner at the Lead Farm, held in Prosser, Washington.
Legendary competitive shooter and Team Vihtavuori member, Bruce Piatt has claimed his eighth Bianchi Cup title, securing victory at the 2025 Bianchi Cup with the only perfect score of 1920 in the match.
Team Lapua had a strong showing at the American Rimfire Association portion of the Triple Crown Area 3 Unlimited Tournament, held on Saturday, May 24th, at the Kettlefoot Rod & Gun Club in Bristol, Virginia. Maddisyn Reed secured 3rd place, while teammate Bryan Brandt took 2nd place with a total aggregate score of 2201.67-51X.

PARD Optics announced their attendance at the upcoming 2025 Sport South Dealer Show held June 16th - 18th at the Shreveport Convention Center in Shreveport, LA. PARD will be located at booth #L2.
Maxim Defense announced that they will be attending the 2025 Sport South Dealer Show held June 16th - 18th at the Shreveport Convention Center in Shreveport, LA. If you are planning to attend, stop by the Maxim Defense booth #J-14 to check out their firearms, accessories, suppressors and more.
Berger, manufacturer of the highest quality bullets for competitive long-range shooters and sportsman, is excited to exhibit their product line at the 2025 Game Fair. Outdoorsmen and women are encouraged to visit Booth G11 to discover Berger's new .30 Cal 217 Grain Elite Hunter and 6.8mm 150 Grain Hybrid Target bullets.

Liberty Ammunition will showcase its latest lineup of ammunition at the 2025 Sports South Dealer Show, taking place June 16–18 in Shreveport, LA.
Italian Firearms Group announced its participation in the upcoming Sports South Dealer Summit, at the Shreveport Convention Center. IFG will be showcasing its latest offerings at Booth N-15.
Viridian Weapon Technologies announces its participation in the Sports South Tradeshow. The company invites attendees to visit Viridian at Booth R-3 to explore their latest product innovations and participate in a special giveaway.
BERSA USA announced its participation in the 2025 Sports South Rendezvous on the Red Dealer Summit. The company will showcase its popular legacy concealed carry models and full-size defensive pistols, alongside their WhisperTech line of suppressors and their double stack 1911 in 9mm, the M2Xi, in booth number K-9.
European American Armory Corp announced its participation in this year’s Rendezvous on the Red, hosted by Sports South in scenic Shreveport, Louisiana. Be sure to stop by Booth A-14 to get hands-on with the latest Girsan handgun and shotgun models, explore exclusive show deals, and preview exciting upcoming projects.
WOOX LLC, known for its precision rifle stocks, high-end blades, and heirloom-quality outdoor equipment,announced its participation in the upcoming Sports South Show. From June?15–17, WOOX will be showing its latest product lineup at Booth?D?15.

Traditions Performance Firearms announced its participation in the 2025 Sports South Dealer Show – Rendezvous on the Red, taking place June 16–18 in Shreveport, Louisiana. Traditions will showcase its newest products and dealer programs at Booth #K-6 during the event.
BANISH Suppressors will be in attendance at the 2025 Sports South Rendezvous on the Red dealer show, held in Shreveport, Louisiana, June 16-18. Find BANISH at booth U-4.
Patriot Ordnance Factory Inc. will exhibit at the 2025 Sports South Rendezvous on the Red in Shreveport, Louisiana. POF-USA, known for its engineering and innovation, will showcase its latest advancements in firearm technology at Booth No. D-8.

Langdon Tactical Technology will attend the 2025 Sports South Rendezvous on the Red, taking place June 16–18 at the Shreveport Convention Center in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Target Sports' Father’s Day sale page is jam packed with hundreds of options for Dad, Grandpa, or even just treating yourself. Whether you’re shooting some 22LR for fun, practicing with 223 at the range, hunting with 30-06, or aiming at clays with a 12 gauge.
Public support for hunting and sport shooting in the United States remains strong, but highly conditional, according to the 2025 Americans’ Attitudes Toward Hunting and Sport Shooting report, a new national study conducted by Responsive Management for the Council to Advance Hunting and the Shooting Sports.

Celerant Technology announced two significant enhancements to its Smart Order integration with Sports South. These new features build upon the program's successful launch earlier this year, further streamlining replenishment and saving firearms retailers even more time.
Shell Shock Technologies, LLC. announced a new licensing agreement with BlacArc Munitions to manufacture and distribute the NAS3 6mm ARC cartridge. This partnership harnesses SST’s revolutionary NAS3 two-piece case design to redefine the performance boundaries of the 6mm ARC platform.
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc.announced the appointment of Sarah Colbert as the Company's Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary. In this role, Ms. Colbert will oversee Ruger's legal strategy, corporate governance, and compliance while continuing to serve as a key member of the Company's executive leadership team.
Cole Fine Guns and Gunsmithing is looking for a technically knowledgeable and customer-focused Technical Services Coordinator to join the team. The ideal candidate will be able to ensure a streamlined and professional experience by supporting customers through guidance with part selection, evaluation of necessary service and assistance with order placement.
The Firearms Policy Coalition urged the U.S. Senate to hold the line and pass President Trump’s reconciliation House Bill with the legislation’s current suppressor reforms intact. The House of Representatives passed the Act with three important provisions relating to suppressors, one removing the vital hearing protection devices from the extreme regulations of the National Firearms Act and two others zeroing out the currently-required additional taxes for making or transferring the safety devices.
Firearms Policy Coalition announced the filing of an important Supreme Court brief in the case of Melynda Vincent v. Attorney General Pam Bondi, a challenge to the federal lifetime ban on the exercise of the right to keep and bear arms for nonviolent felons.
The Second Amendment Foundation and its partners have filed an amicus brief with the Supreme Court urging the high court to hear a gun rights restoration case. The brief was filed in support of Melynda Vincent’s petition for writ of certiorari in Vincent v. Bondi.
The A400 L Sporting joins Beretta’s legendary A400 lineup, bringing together cutting-edge innovation and classic style for competitive shooters who expect nothing less than excellence.
Designed for hunters, competitive shooters, and shooting enthusiasts alike, the HyperLite mount series offer an unparalleled strength-to-weight ratio, providing a rock-solid foundation for optics.
BlackPoint Tactical announces the launch of its latest product: the 40mm Stock Adaptor Plate System featuring the 40mm Grenade Pouch, a product collaboration with RE Factor Tactical. The SAP System provides a modular, mission-adaptable option to carry and protect 40mm rounds directly attached to the launcher stock.
Adrenaline Research Labs announced the release of The Obliterator: Stars and Strikes, a high-impact, adrenaline-pumping, explosive target that delivers a bold blast of red, white, and blue.
Christensen Arms announced the relaunch of the Modern Precision Pistol, a compact and versatile bolt-action pistol designed for unmatched performance in backcountry hunting, tactical applications, and recreational shooting. Initially available in .308 Winchester and 6.5 Creedmoor, the MPP combines cutting-edge technology with a lightweight, pack-ready design, setting a new standard for precision firearms.
James Tarr's 2020 novel Dogsoldiers set the standard when it comes to modern civil war novels. Available now is a long-awaited follow-up to Dogsoldiers, Tales From the Front. From the world of Dogsoldiers comes a collection of short stories set before and during the events of that novel, which includes backstories of several Dogsoldiers characters.
The June issue of Firearms News kicks off an expertly-penned cover story by Executive Editor David Fortier, spotlighting the Kuna 9x19mm PDW by Springfield Armory.
Federal Ammunition has recently added a new HST 44 Rem. Mag. “Light Magnum” load featuring a specially designed hollow-point bullet, added to the Federal Premium Personal Defense product line. The new product is ideal for those seeking HST performance for self-defense with magnum revolvers.
HEVI-Shot’s all-new shotshell product line, HEVI-Hitter, is a lineup of waterfowl loads designed to deliver a balance of the sheer power of tungsten with the patterning and practicality of steel to deliver better lethality on ducks and geese.
 

The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) is excited to continue its partnership with Lake Erie Arms by offering a new competition during Pistol Week of the National Matches.

The CMP Bullseye Competition will be held July 13-19 within the Lake Erie Arms (LEA) 94,000-square-foot facility in Milan – just a short drive from Camp Perry, where the National Matches have been held since 1907.

The competition will feature a 30-shot National Match Course of Fire in two classes: Rimfire and Centerfire. Those interested will be able to compete at any time during the week, and, since this will be a re-entry event, may return as many times as possible.

First competition score is $20 and each additional entry marked at a discounted price – a perfect way to gain extra practice.

“We’re very happy to again team up with Lake Erie Arms to not only promote their incredible facility but also to offer our competitors another opportunity to compete while in town for the National Matches,” said Jim Henderson, CMP Pistol Manager. “This will be a great way for both seasoned competitors and those new to the game to earn some extra range time and, of course, some extra fun.”

The bullseye course is programmed into the target system, meaning each competitor will control his or her own match without voice commands.

Once completed, scorecards and targets will be turned in at Lake Erie Arms for official scoring with results posted on the Lake Erie Arms website.

Prizes for each class include:

· First: $100 CMP Gift Certificate

· Second: $75 CMP Gift Certificate

· Third: $50 CMP Gift Certificate

Those competing can enjoy the LEA café, which is open to the public, and if space is available, a complimentary pass to LEA’s Caliber Club – a gourmet addition to the 25-yard and 100-yard ranges, indoor clay house found on the grounds.

Pre-registration available for lane priority, but not required. Visit https://www.learms.net/cmp-bullseye-competition to pre-register (if unable to make it on your registered date, come on any other competition day).

About Lake Erie Arms:

Lake Erie Arms is located at 9572 Milan Rd, Milan OH 44846. The world class indoor shooting facility is open to the public! Hours are as follows: Mon-Sun 10am-8pm. Visit https://www.learms.net/ for additional information.

About the National Matches:

The National Matches is comprised of the CMP National Trophy Pistol and Rifle Matches, National Games Matches, National Smallbore Matches, National Air Gun Championships and the National Mid-Range and Long Range Matches. The month-long series also includes a variety of educational clinics for all experience levels.

Whether competing for the first time, a seasoned athlete or simply observing, the National Matches has something for everyone. All events are open to the public, with spectators welcome. Review the National Matches schedule and other event info on the CMP website at https://thecmp.org/cmp-national-matches/.

The Civilian Marksmanship Program is a federally chartered 501 (c) (3) non-profit corporation that places its highest priority on firearms safety and marksmanship activities, with a focus on youth. CMP’s programs encourage personal growth and build life skills, with such initiatives as its junior training and competition programs, Affiliated Club program and scholarships providing support to citizens of all backgrounds across the nation. Learn more about the CMP at https://thecmp.org/.

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