Bowling Green Kentucky
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Who is to attend the scoring clinic and coaches meeting:
The person that is going to score targets on the line needs to attend. Every team must supply people to score. If there is more than one person per team that would like to come no problem. The coaches meeting will be 4:00 pm to 5 pm. The scoring meeting is at 3-4PM. Both meetings will be in the Downing Center we will have the exact location at registration.
Q: Can a shooter shoot in both 5 meter (BB) and 10 meter matches?
Yes, as long as they are on a team qualified to shoot as a member of team shooting in BB match (5 meter) they can shoot in 5 meter, and they can also shoot in 10 meter matches. There is no qualification to shoot in 10 meter. A shooter can shoot in 10 meter and not be qualified to shoot in 5 meter.
Q: What is the headquaters hotel? Do we have to stay there?
Holiday Inn University Plaza
1021 Wilkinson Trace
Bowling Green KY 42103
270-745-0088
www.holidayinnbowlinggreen.com
You may book and stay at any hotel of your choice.
Q: Is there a meal plan offered?
Meals are available at the college cafeteria in the student center.
Q: Where will matches be shot?
Both matches will be shot indoors at the Diddle Arena which is the campus
basketball facility.
Q: When are the matches?
July 3-5, 2009 for BB. Air Gun follows on July 5-7.
Q: When should a state match be held by in order for a team to qualify to shoot in the IBBGCM?
A: State matches should be held no later than March 30th.
Q: Is there a registration fee to shoot in the BB Gun match?
A: There is no registration fee this year for the BB gun match.
Q: Can the same gun be used by different individuals or members of a team?
A: Yes they can, as long as the gun has been checked and approved for use before the competition.
Q: Can the participants compete in more than one competition?
A: Competitors may shoot in BB Gun, Air Gun or both, however the registration fee must be paid for Airgun. Shooters shooting in more than one 10 meter event will pay the additional fee per event. However, keep in mind that scheduling multiple competitions for one shooter may be create some challenges in preparation, and may not be possible.
Q: Can a team compete if there was no state match?
A: In Air Gun Competitions, anyone can compete – it is open invitation. In BB Gun, the teams MUST have completed the Shooting Education course, and MUST have competed in a state qualifying match which can be hosted by either the Jaycees, 4-H (but not exclusively) or another organization using current NRA competition rules and regulations. They must register with a qualifying team score.
Q: Where is the Housing Form?
A: Each team is responsible for getting their own motel reservations. Information to make reservations at the host hotel is on the Hotel page.
Q: Do we have to buy a Meal Plan?
A: No.
Q: What Airgun matches are being held?
A: Our air rifle match will be an
open match. We will have three position sporter and three position
precision match only. The fee
will be 35.00 per competitor.
Q: Where do I find information to have NRA sanction my state match?
Q: where do I find information about Bowling Green including attractions, restaurants, motels and camping?
Q: What is the height of the targets in BB at the IBBGCM match?
A:
A: At www.visitbgky.com
A: Maximum height Middle of the target in the standing position 46 7/8”
Lowest height middle of the target in the prone position 16 7/8”
A: Finding a Place to Shoot or To Learn How
Local clubs, classes and tournaments by zip code: http://www.nra.org/nralocal.aspx
Competitions near you: http://www.nrapublications.org/ssusa/
More shooting clubs: http://www.usashooting.com/clubMap.php
Local ranges by state: http://www.nrahq.org/shootingrange/findlocal.asp
Shooting Sports Camps: http://www.nrahq.org/education/shootingcamp.asp
NRA Marksmanship Program (Informal competition): http://www.nrahq.org/education/training/marksmanship/index.asp
Collegiate Shooting Guide: http://www.nrahq.org/compete/college_lookup.asp
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