The recent months has given us the opportunity at British Shooting, to revisit our vision for Target Sprint and enable us to refine & restructure our plan for the exciting future of the sport.
British Shooting’s vision and mission for the sport of target sprint remains:
- Vision – To inspire a new generation to reach their potential.
- Mission – Create a sustainable and progressive Target Sprint Community
Our priorities going forwards remain to:
- Engage with new audiences
- Enable the development of a sustainable community
- Empower individuals to reach their potential
The target sprint community are integral in the growth and development of the sport, so we began this process with a survey at the beginning of the year. Followed by further conversations across the community.
A Target Sprint Group was set up to help to shape what this looks like on the ground, with a plan in place to help support the growth of our sport. This group consists of Stephen Batchelor, Paul Langford, Robert Shawyer, Liz Davidson and Gorgs Geikie.
This group is separate to the GB Selection Panel.
Network Activator Role
As part of our domestic restructuring, we recognise the role that is played by individuals to support the development of future hubs, enabling target sprint to be taken to new audiences. Furthermore, we understand the fantastic part our Hubs play in supporting our community. This combination see’s British Shooting recognising all environments that support activity and meet our guidelines as Target Sprint Hub as well as key individuals nationwide.
Is this you?
We’re interested to hear from people across the country who’d like to support the development of target sprint for the future as one of our Network Activators. If that’s you, please contact Gorgs at Events@BritishShooting.org.uk
Target Sprint Hub Network
We’re thrilled to see our Hub network continuing to grow, despite “covid-times” and we’re delighted to welcome two new Hubs to our community: Target Sprint West Wales and Northern Ireland Regional Shooting Club.
Hub list as of 2nd Nov 2020.
England
(SW) Sedgemoor Target Sprint Club
Coordinator: Ian G Smith
Coordinator Email: sedgemoortraining@gmail.com
(SW) Target Sprint Exeter
Coordinator: Keith Anderson
Coordinator Email: swtsrec@btinternet.com
(SW) North Devon
Coordinator Name: Andy Bowman
Coordinator Email: brauntontsc@gmail.com
(SE) 21st Romsey
Coordinator Name: Stephen Batchelor
Coordinator Email: enquiries@targetsprint.org.uk
(SE) Target Shooting School, Leatherhead
Coordinator Name: Jeanette Leivers
Coordinator Email: jeanette@targetshootingschool.co.uk
(SE) Target Sprint Isle of Wight TSA
Coordinator Name: Richard Wilson
Coordinator Email: target.sprint.iwtsa@gmail.com
(SE) Frith Grange (Barnet Scouts)
Coordinator: Steve Cox
Coordinator Email: barnet.shooting@gmail.com
Social Media: @BarnetBoroughScoutDistrict
(NW) Greater Manchester
Coordinator: Doug Pepper
Coordinator Email: targetsprintnorthwest@gmail.com
(WM) Target Sprint Burntwood
Coordinator: Janine Bradbury
Coordinator Email: jan.p.brad@gmail.com
WALES:
(WA) Target Sprint Cymru
Coordinator: Robert Shawyer
Coordinator Email: targetsprintcymru@talktalk.net
(WA) Target Sprint West Wales
Coordinator: Sian Thorne
Coordinator Email: sian.thorne1@gmail.com
Northern Ireland –
(NI) Northern Ireland Regional Shooting Club
Coordinator: Sam Kelly
Coordinator Email: sam@intershoot.co.uk
HUBS – For further information click here https://www.targetsprint.com/support/hubs
Hub list as of 2nd Nov 2020.
2021 Competition Calendar
We’re delighted to confirm our domestic competition calendar for 2021. Entries are planned to open in January. British Shooting will continue to monitor the Covid-19 situation and will be in close contact with our hosts & event coordinators and as such the below calendar is subject to the ongoing Covid-19 restrictions. Any changes and the latest event information can be found: https://www.targetsprint.com/events
2021 International Opportunities
We hope to select Great Britain Teams in 2021, following confirmation of the international opportunities available. This will be published along with the 2021 GB Team Selection Policy.
National Series and Super League
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Isle of Wight Championships (NS & SL) (GB)
Sunday 28th March
@ West Wight Sports & Community Centre
Hosted by Target Sprint Isle of Wight TSA
Contact: Richard Wilson target.sprint.iwtsa@gmail.com
YOSC Championships (NS & SL) (GB)
Saturday 24th April
@ Yate Outdoor Sports Complex
Hosted by Sedgemoor Target Sprint Club
Contact Ian Smith sedgemoortraining@gmail.com
North West Championships (NS & SL) (GB)
(Including the Northern Scout Championships)
Sunday 2nd May
@ East Cheshire Harriers (TBC)
Hosted by the Greater Manchester Hub
Contact: Doug Pepper targetsprintnorthwest@gmail.com
Scout Confined & Open Championships (NS & SL) (GB)
Saturday 8th May
@ Southampton
Hosted by 21st Romsey Hub
Contact: Stephen Batchelor steve@s-batchelor.co.uk
Welsh Confined and Open Championships (NS & SL) (GB)
Sunday 23rd May
@ The Gym Shed, Llandovery
Hosted by Target Sprint Cymru
Contact: Robert Shawyer targetsprintcymru@talktalk.net
Cadet Championships (NS)
May TBC @ TBC
Hosted by CCRS
Contact: Paul Langford paul.langford133@gmail.com
London & South East Championships (NS & SL) (GB)
Saturday 5th June
@ Frith Grange Campsite, north London
Hosted by Barnet Scouts & Frith Grange Campsite
Contact: Steve Cox barnet.shooting@gmail.com
Midlands Championships (NS & SL) (GB)
Saturday 12th June
@ Burntwood, Staffs.
Hosted by Target Sprint Burntwood
Contact Janine Bradbury Jan.p.brad@gmail.com
South West Championships (NS & SL) (GB)
Saturday 4th September
@ Alphington School, Exeter
Hosted by Exeter Target Sprint
Contact: Keith Anderson swtsrec@btinternet.com
British Championships (SL) (GB)
Saturday 18th September
@ Barnet, London hosted by Barnet Scouts & Frith Grange
Contact Events@BritishShooting.org.uk
National Series Final (NS)
Sunday 19th September
@ Barnet, London hosted by Barnet Scouts & Frith Grange
Contact Events@BritishShooting.org.uk