CLAY TARGET SHOOTING

​The South West Academy of Sport (SWAS) Clay Target Shooting program aims to bring together the most talented junior shooters in the South West region and develop them for selection into State or National squads.

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Program Structure

The Clay Target Shooting program for 2024 has concluded.  The program is being reviewed in line with the level of support from the VCTA.

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Duration

The Clay Target Shooting squad program has concluded for 2024.  We encourage prospective athletes to keep an eye on social media for a return date.

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Head Coach

2024:  Gary Hayden - Victorian Clay Target Association state coaching coordinator and 2019 Hall of Fame inductee

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Inclusions

-  TBC

-  Clay Targets at each shoot

-  Inter Academy with Gippsland and Bendigo Academies

-  At home or in gym training program  (please note SWAS does not provide a trainer or gym access)

-  Online Member portal with access to education and training resources

-  SWAS Training Tee

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Exclusions

-  5-6x cartridges per shoot payable directly to the coach/club or privately sourced

-  SWAS Shooting Jacket (approx. $240 inc GST)

-  SWAS merchandise (hoodies, caps, etc)

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Indicative Associated Costs

SWAS Fees

-  TBC

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Selection Criteria

The SWAS Clay Target Shooting program caters for athletes in the U18 age groups. The program can service up to 12 athletes with final numbers dependent upon competency against the selection criteria. 

Athletes must;

1. Be an existing member of an affiliated ACTA club in the South West, or the Victorian Clay Target Association directly.

2. Have a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.

3. Have reached a satisfactory standard of based on current ranking and/or performance at local tournaments and regional events.

4. Show a willingness to learn and be able to demonstrate competency with due regard to firearm safety.

5. Have a parent present at all sessions.

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Please note that SWAS is reviewing the program for 2025.  As such, some alterations to the program may still occur.