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JACKSON, MI – The Grand Valley State University Rifle Club recently participated in the 2022 Michigan Rifle & Pistol Association’s Air Rifle Precision Standing State Championship. The match consisted of 60 shots fired exclusively in the standing position.

 

The Lakers accounted for two of the 11 entries in the match, which was held at Jackson County Sportsman’s Club. Leading the Lakers was Cassie Coulston-Gerigk (Wayne, Michigan). She finished first overall with a score of 573 (out of 600). She had a high target of 97. The match win earned her the title of State Champion. It was her first career championship. Alexander Straith (West Bloomfield, Michigan) was close behind in fourth place with a score of 562. He also had a high target of 97.

 

The mission of the GVSU Rifle & Pistol Club is to provide all students with the opportunity to participate in shooting sports, with an emphasis in three-position smallbore rifle, international air rifle, and air pistol. Regardless of skill or ability, all members can have a safe and enjoyable time interacting with fellow students and engaging in marksmanship. All equipment is provided, including guns, ammunition, and targets. The club meets Tuesdays from 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM and Thursdays 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM during the school year at the Grand Rapids Rifle & Pistol Club (1331 Nagel Ave SW, Wyoming). Practice attendance is not mandatory to be a member of the club; however, regular practice attendance is expected.

 

Please consider supporting the GVSU Rifle Club through a tax-deductible charitable contribution: https://www.gvsu.edu/giving/give-online2.htm?fundId=80818

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