Shot Tracker Insights

Shotgun sports have a unique quality: they can truly last a lifetime. It’s not uncommon to see a seasoned shooter in his 70s or 80s at the range busting clays alongside teenagers and middle-aged competitors. This longevity is a testament to how inclusive and sustaining the sport is. Beyond the personal skill development that continues […]

Shotgun sports are often team-oriented, whether it’s a high school clay target team, a college club, or just a group of friends who shoot leagues together. Training a team introduces dynamics that individual practice doesn’t – coaches need to give attention to multiple people, and shooters can learn from each other’s successes and mistakes. ShotTracker,

Shooting skills aren’t built in a day; they develop over weeks, months, and years of practice. One of the most rewarding aspects of shotgun sports is looking back and seeing how far you’ve come – tighter patterns, higher scores, more broken targets. Historically, shooters have kept journals or training logs to chart their progress. Now,

Confidence is a shooter’s secret weapon. When a shotgun shooter steps up to the line believing in their technique and expecting success, the results often follow. Building that confidence, however, can be challenging, especially after missed targets or a slump in performance. This is where ShotTracker’s real-time feedback and data analytics shine – by providing

For ShotTracker to provide accurate feedback, it must be properly aligned with your shotgun’s aim. This alignment process, known as bore sighting, ensures the device’s camera and sensors are looking where your barrel is pointing. Traditionally, bore sighting could be a manual, time-consuming task. However, ShotTracker offers an Auto Bore Sight feature that makes calibration

In shotgun shooting, hitting the target consistently isn’t just about reaction and swing – it’s also about where you aim versus where your shot actually goes. The relationship between Point of Aim (POA) and Point of Impact (POI) is critical. POA is where you intend for your shot to go (for instance, you might be

For coaches in shotgun sports, balancing one-on-one feedback with managing a group of shooters can be challenging. ShotTracker offers a high-tech assist, acting like an extra set of eyes on every shot. This guide is for coaches who want to integrate ShotTracker into their training sessions effectively. By leveraging the device’s real-time data and analytics,

In shotgun sports, age is truly just a number. It’s common to see a teenager and a retiree shooting side by side at the trap or skeet range, each enjoying the challenge of hitting clay targets. The inclusive nature of sports like trap, skeet, and sporting clays means they offer benefits for participants of all

Youth teams across the country benefit from funding that provides them with proper equipment and training resources. Empowering Youth Programs – The MidwayUSA Foundation has become a cornerstone in sustaining youth shotgun sports. As a 501(c)(3) public charity focused on youth shooting, it provides vital financial support to school teams, clubs, and organizations. This support

Coaching the Next Generation Training youth shotgun shooters requires a balance of teaching fundamentals, ensuring safety, and keeping the experience fun. Young shooters often have enthusiasm and willingness to learn, and tools like ShotTracker can amplify a coach’s ability to guide them. By providing real-time feedback and easy-to-understand data, ShotTracker acts as a “digital assistant