On Tuesday (22 October 2024) Glasgow was officially confirmed as the hosts of the 2026 Commonwealth Games but this news was met tinged with sadness for the shooting community as it was also confirmed that shooting has not been selected as one of the 10 sports on the programme. Read on to find out more…
U21 Target Shooters - We Want Your Views
Help Us To Better Understand Shooting Facilities in Scotland
7 Days Until Performance Programme Application Window Closes for This Year!
You only have 7 days left to apply for the 2024-25 STS Performance Programme! Full details can be found on the ‘Getting Selected’ page on the STS website along with the online application form for hopeful athletes. Also check out our ‘Selection FAQs’ for information. The application window closes just before midnight on 31st August. Don’t miss out!
2024 Junior International Week - Rifle Team Report
2024 Bisley Imperial Meeting - Report on Scotland Matches
2024 Junior International Event - Pistol Day 3 Report
2024 Junior International Event - Pistol Day 2 Report
2024 Junior International Event - Pistol Day 1 Report
STS Performance Programme for 2024-25: Application Window Closes on 31 August
STS now takes applications for the Performance Programme all year round but those wanting to be considered for 2024-25 need to apply by 31 August! The full selection policy can be found on the ‘Getting Selected’ page on the STS website along with the online application form for hopeful athletes. Also check out our ‘Selection FAQs’ for information. The application window closes just before midnight on 31st August so get your application in!
Brigadier Allan Alstead CBE
STS Memberships for 2024 are NOW LIVE
Scottish Smallbore Junior Development Squad Inviting Applicants
The Return of the All Ranges Rifle Event - Saturday 20 April 2024
36 Hours Left to Apply for the 2023-24 STS Performance Programme
You only have 36 hours left to apply for the 2023-24 STS Performance Programme! Full details can be found on the ‘Getting Selected’ page on the STS website along with the online application form for hopeful athletes. Also check out our ‘Selection FAQs’ for information. The application window closes just before midnight on 31st August. Get your application in!
STS Responses to Home Office & Scottish Government Consultations
There have been a couple of consultations over the last few months by the Home Office and Scottish Government that have been of relevance to the target shooting community. Both closed on 23 August 2023, with STS submitting responses to both. STS is pleased to share copies of these responses. Read on to see copies of these of responses…
Alloa & District RC Runs Club Instructor Course to Support University Clubs
10 Days Left to Apply for the 2023-24 STS Performance Programme
You only have 10 days left to apply for the 2023-24 STS Performance Programme! Full details can be found on the ‘Getting Selected’ page on the STS website along with the online application form for hopeful athletes. Also check out our ‘Selection FAQs’ for information. The application window closes just before midnight on 31st August. Get your application in!
STS Performance Programme for 2023-24: Applications Now Open!
We are now taking applications for the STS Performance Programme for 2023-24! The full selection policy can be found on the ‘Getting Selected’ page on the STS website along with the online application form for hopeful athletes. Also check out our ‘Selection FAQs’ for information. The application window closes just before midnight on 31st August. Get your application in!
Home Office Firearms Licensing Consultation
The Home Office published on 29 June a consultation which will run for 8 weeks and covers a number of recommendations it has received on suggested changes to firearms licensing. The consultation seeks views on recommendations made to the UK Government and closes on Wednesday 23 August. Find out more and see the link for viewing the consultation…