Ian Thomson provides a report on Scottish Rifle Athletes competing at the Junior International Week at Bisley, returning after a two year absence.
Inspired by the Summer of Performance Sport? Apply for the 2022-23 STS Performance Programme
STS is pleased to announce that applications for the 2022-23 Performance Programme are now being accepted as of today, 1st August 2022 and will close just before midnight on 31st August 2022. We are keen to make sure that no one misses out on this opportunity so please remember:
Applications are open to non-STS members (although STS membership must be taken out if accepted on to the programme);
Our programme is fully inclusive so we welcome applications from all athletes, including para athletes; and
We are also considering applications for Talent Transfer from athletes currently competing in non-Olympic/Paralympic disciplines or events so if you are a talented athlete in a non-ISSF discipline, we still want to hear from you.
Scottish Firearms Bodies Launch Campaign to Raise Awareness About Mental Health Support
On 28 July 2022, a leaflet providing information on mental health support for firearms license holders has been released by members of the Scottish Firearms Licensing Practitioners Group. The group is composed of organisations who represent those with shooting interests in Scotland, the Scottish Government and Police Scotland. The leaflet aims to highlight the support that is available to certificate holders (as well as their family, friends and fellow club members) and outlines to people with concerns how they can seek help. Read on to find out more…
Shooting Australia Calls for Shooting Community to Get Behind 'Shoot for the Games 2026' Campaign
On 20 July Shooting Australia launched a social media campaign entitled ‘Shoot for the Games 2026’ as the next step in Shooting’s bid to be included in the Victoria (VIC) 2026 Commonwealth Games. STS calls upon its members to get behind this campaign and share the key messages where possible, using the hashtags #ShootForTheGames2026 and #commonwealthgames2026 and tagging @CommGamesAus to show the support the movement is getting.
BSSRA Schools National Match (Postal) 2022 Results
Entries Open for Smallbore 50m Summer Series - Grand Prix 3
Trevor Hastings
Final Results - 2021-22 Postal Team Prone League
Medal Success at British Open Airgun Championships
CSF(ED) Wales 2022 - Expressions of Interest
For those not yet aware, Wales have announced that they will host a Commonwealth Shooting Federation (European Division) (otherwise known as CSFED) competition in September 2022. The shooting programme is extensive and STS is seeking expressions of interest from athletes with a desire to be considered for selection in the events listed not currently supported by the performance programme. For clarity, read on…
Round 4 Results! Rifle Postal Team Prone League
Important Notice - Scottish 10m Air Pistol & Rifle Championships - Suspension of Bookings
In the afternoon of 27 January 2022 STS received a communication from Napier University stating that due to the impact of COVID on staff availability, it has impaired their ability to open the facility for the length of time originally booked, and therefore the ability of STS to deliver the 2022 Scottish Air Pistol & Rifle Championships. STS has taken the decision to temporarily suspend bookings until such time as a solution can be found. Read on…
Round 3 Results! Rifle Postal Team Prone League
STS Staff Availability over the Festive Season
2021 has been a difficult and relentless year for everyone so we hope members respect the fact that the STS staff will be taking a well deserved break over the festive season. After 17 December all STS staff will be on leave for the festive season. Read on to find out where to direct enquiries during this time…
Police Scotland Advises Clubs with Renewals Due in 2022 to Submit Applications Early
Scottish Junior Development Squad - Smallbore
RESULTS! Colmsliehill GP5 plus 10m Air Rifle and Air Pistol GP1
Scots Shine at 2021 Welsh Airgun Championships
Target Technique - Baptism of Fire
HSE Launches Call for Evidence to Assess Risks of Lead in Ammunition
The Health and Safety Executive are gathering information and evidence to support the development of a UK REACH restriction dossier (report) on risks to the environment and human health of the use of lead in ammunition (projectiles) in all areas of the Great Britain (Military and non-civilian use of ammunition is excluded). STS wanted to bring this to the attention of the shooting community. The call for evidence closes on 22 October 2021. A link to find out more and submit a response to the call for evidence online can be found in the article on the STS website.