Transcript Ankeny Schools Trap Team

Pleasant Valley Trap Shooting Team
October 2013
WHAT?
Trapshooting is competitive shotgun shooting at clay targets
launched from a single “house” or machine away from the
shooter
The Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundations, Inc, (SSSF) is a
501(c)3 non-profit organization that serves as the National
Governing Body for the Scholastic Clay Target Program
(SCTP), started in 2001; other supporting organizations locally
include Iowa Scholastic Clay Target Program, Inc., Iowa High
School Clay Target Association, Amateur Trapshooting
Association, Iowa State Trapshooting Association, Iowa DNR
The mission is to introduce school-aged youths to the shooting
sports and to facilitate their continued involvement by
providing, promoting and perpetuating opportunities to safely
and enjoyably participate and compete in a high-quality, teambased sport led by trained adult coaches focused on
WHAT?
The Scholastic Clay Target Program promotes gun safety,
personal responsibility, and sportsmanship among primary and
secondary students.
Teams compete at the local, state, and national level.
Athletes are divided into four divisions based on academic
grade level and experience: Rookie (fifth grade and below),
Intermediate (sixth through eighth grades), Junior Varsity (ninth
through twelfth grades), and Varsity (eleventh and twelfth
grades with at least two years of experience at the Junior
Varsity level).
Trophies and college scholarships are awarded to third place,
runner-up, and champion squads in each division at the SCTP
National Championships
WHY?
Trap Shooting is a rapidly growing sport across the state of
Iowa; 2200 students participated in the State Meet in Cedar
Falls last year representing 113 school districts
Program in Iowa for 29 years; participation has increased
1090% in last 6 years across the state
Local teams include North Scott, Davenport West, Clinton
Maquoketa, and Burlington
Last year, over 15 PV students participated on Davenport or
North Scott’s team
There is strong interest at PVHS, with 68 students signed up
showing interest in the club, giving another option for
involvement in a sport that will last a lifetime and potential for
national and international competition with Olympic possibilities
WHO?
Deputy Jayne Ruckoldt will serve as the School Liaison
Coaches will be Head Coach Shannon Martin and assistants
Darin Oberhart, Chris Cournoyer, and Marcia Auliff
Coaches participated in the 8 hour Iowa DNR Basic Shotgun
Coach certification course on November 2, 2013; coaches are
required to take Continuing Education every 2 years
68 PVHS students have shown interest
Everyone can play who demonstrates safety and positive
attitude: female, male, athletes with disabilities
Could possibly lead PVJH club as well
WHEN?
Organizational Parent/Student meeting in December 2013
Students are expected to complete the DNR Hunter Safety
Course before the season begins
First meeting/registration in February
Practices begin March 3rd (students are required to attend 3
practices before their first meet) 2-3 practices will be offered
each week
April 1st Meets begin
Iowa High School State Trap Championships, May 30th
SCTP Trap Championships May 31st-June 1st
WHERE?
Oak Hill Gun Club, Inc. has offered to host our team
for practices and meets. They currently host the
Davenport team as well.
Meets will be held at NRA-affiliated Gun Clubs
around the area and state
We are also looking into Dewitt and other clubs as
other options
HOW? – Equipment Needed
Students will provide their own 12 or 20 gauge
shotguns
Shooting vest or ammunition pouches
Eye protection glasses
Ear protection
Team Shirts and hat/cap (Strict Dress Code)
Bag
Cleaning Supplies
Ammo
Journal
Clay Targets
HOW? – Costs
Coach Registration $25 per coach – includes
background check and liability insurance
Coaches Training $40 per coach
Student Cost: $150-200 includes:
 Scholastic Clay Target Program Fee - $15 – includes
insurance and awards
 Clays for practices and meets; gun club fees
 Meets - $12-20 per meet per student (pre-registration
required for each meet)
Additional Cost(s):
 Ammunition
 Transportation to and from meets (school provided?)
Sponsorships and Grants Available
HOW? – Security
 No guns or ammunition will be allowed on school grounds for
any reason. Practice will be at time where students will have
plenty of time to go home and get all equipment and be at
practice on time. Includes Empty Shells. Storage also provided
by QCI Firearms Training (Coach Darin Oberhart).
 All athletes and coaches must demonstrate safety and a positive
attitude at all times.
 A safety class is required of all new participants. This will be
offered at no cost and managed by participating coaches. The
time and place for the safety orientation will be announced.
 Emergency Procedures will be in place and followed strictly at all
practices and meets
HOW? – Other Considerations
 Passing grades at school. Must meet the requirements of any
athlete.
 Lettering a possibility as it is approved by the local school or as a
state-sanctioned events in the future
 A strict dress code and behavior policy will be followed
 Parental involvement expected