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UNIVERSAL NEWS 9/8/16

Hello shooters,
USPSA
Canceled for this Sunday the 11th.
Canceled for October 9.
3 GUN Nation
Canceled for this Saturday the 10th.
The range is occupied and cleared for building of the US IPSC Nationals the following weekend.
USPSA MULTIGUN
Still in limbo for Saturday the 24th. We will be prepping for USPSA Handgun Nationals. I’ll have to see how the build is going.
DPL
Still in limbo for Saturday the 24th. We will be prepping for USPSA Handgun Nationals. I’ll have to see how the build is going.
PCC ONLY MATCH
We are considering October 9 for a PCC only local level 1 match. It is the day after the USPSA Nationals finish and we would have those stages to play on. 8 of them probably. I’m gaging interest as I need to decide if it is a go or not. Probably $45 or something with lunch, similar to the Scattergun format. If interested please send a separate email, don’t reply to this one.
USIPSC NATIONAL
Very few slots left but you can still get in on Friday or the weekend. Email me if interested.
USPSA HANDGUN NATIONALS
Limited / Open / L-10. This match is now in open registration. Contracts aren’t decided for next year yet. I hope to get a Nationals soon again but you never know. If you’re a competitor in the area you really should consider shooting our National Championship. You’ll not get a better value than it being in your back yard.
The Monster Match
Registration will open inside of 2 weeks. I’m a bit behind on getting it open but we’ve been talking about stages and it’s going to be awesome as always.
FL State and FL Open
Hard to believe but they are around the corner. Registration will open in a month for both.
If you need to contact me please send a separate email to this address. This list is 500 people and as much as I try to keep it cleaned up I get a ton of bounce backs. Makes it hard to sift through for the real replies.
Whew….back on the range!

 

Universal News 8/8/16

USPSA CANCELED FOR AUGUST 14
Sorry folks, you know this is rare outside of hosting major events. But all of us are gone at Production Nationals and my tireless always there volunteer back up friends happen to be occupied this weekend also. I would have to cancel many more matches if it weren’t for these guys due to my travel schedule and I appreciate as always their support. They deserve a weekend off!
3 GUN NATION QUALIFIER
This Saturday we will have our 3 Gun Nation Qualifier match. 5 Stages. Same stages as last time.
Registration: 0845
Walkthrough: 0930
Fee: $40 if you are shooting for National score. $20 if you are shooting for the local match.
SCATTERGUN CHALLENGE
Aug 27. It is open for registration on Match Sign Up. We are offering PCC also!
US IPSC
Registration is open on Match Sign Up. Come test your skills against the best in the world right here in your back yard.

Universal News 7/21/16

Little late this week, sorry folks….been a busy week on the range.
DPL
Saturday 23 Jul
Registration: 0845
Walkthrough: 0940
Fee: $20
5 Stages set up for your enjoyment. We have a couple swinging targets, couple appearing/disappearing targets, strong hand/other strong hand, steel, movement and good ol’ El Prez.
3 GUN
Saturday 23 Jul
Registration: 0845
Walkthrough: 0930
Fee: $20
RULES UPDATE: So after hearing from everyone here is my decision on the rules questions. We are going to continue to run under USPSA Multigun rules. The support for Time Plus Points scoring was overwhelming vs. straight Time Plus. I was surprised actually. Though I prefer points, I thought the masses would prefer straight Time. That wasn’t the case. I researched the 3GN rules and it did not appear there is a provision for a points based scoring. I researched the USPSA Multigun rulebook and there is a provision for designating optional target engagement.
We will continue to value each stage at 100 points as we always have. The main difference to you the shooter will be paying attention to the written stage briefings. They will be longer, more involved, and may be perceived as more complicated at first but I think you’ll get the hang of it. Example: The majority of stages will have the option of engaging steel with Birdshot or Pistol, Paper targets with Slug, Pistol, OR Rifle. We will also continue to have some stages where target engagement with a specific weapon will be mandatory. So you’ll have to read and pay attention to the walkthrough. Options will be the norm but specifics will still exist.
We normally advertise 100 rifle, 100 pistol, 50 bird, 5 Slug. That optionally will still hold true but now the round counts could drastically change based on how you choose to shoot the stage. You could shoot all pistol for example on stage that could also be Shotgun, Rifle. So basically bring much more ammo and you’ll have some to take home.
I think this month has a good mix to give you a feel of what I’m thinking flavor wise. So, as always, let me know what you think of this months match.
PRACTICE
Will be available after the match. See me or Jim in the office.
SCATTERGUN CHALLENGE
August 27
We are bringing back the Scattergun Challenge next month on our regularly scheduled 3 gun day so we will not have 3 gun next month. This will be shotgun only.
8 Stages, fee will be $45, embedded RO’s, Trophy match
Registration will open on Match Sign Up August 1. We will be limited to 100 shooters which shouldn’t be a problem but don’t delay once registration opens.
IPSC NATIONALS
US IPSC Nationals is open for registration. I’m late on getting staff emails out, plan to get that done next week. If you are interested in working as staff, send me an email. If you have already sent one, I have it. Expect the first staff email next week. Please start a new email, don’t respond to this one. To many bounces to sift through.

Universal News 6/22/16

Hello Shooters,
Busy Saturday at USA.
3 GUN
5 Stages. Medium intensity with the summer heat. Will be using long range for a rifle only stage. One all shotgun stage with a bunch of steel and the polish rack plus a few other interesting stages. One in particular will have the option of rifle, pistol or slug on a bunch of paper so maybe pack extra slugs in case.
100 rifle, 100 pistol, 50 bird, 5 slugs (maybe extra) will do ya. We have slugs for sale if you need.
Registration: 0845
Walkthrough: 0930
Fee: $20
On that note, I just shot the 3 Gun Nation Eastern Regional in SC this past weekend. I’m liking their stage design with all the optional targets. Divisions and rule set are very similar to USPSA. Personally I feel they have more to offer the 3 gunner and USPSA doesn’t seem to be giving it much attention. I’m strongly considering changing to 3 Gun Nation rules for our 4th Saturday match while still keeping the all classifier 3 Gun Nation match on the second Saturday. I figure most of my clientele just wants to shoot 3 guns and the serious 3 gunners would prefer 3GN.
We’ll be operating under USPSA rules Saturday and I’ll make the decision prior to next month. Let me know if you object.
DPL
5 stages of DPL awesomeness! Working in the woods through concealment, possible prone shooting, shooting while seated, and a fair amount of steel. 50 rounds will do ya.
Registration: 0845
Walkthrough: 0945
Fee: $20
Steel Challenge
We are not holding an official match and not producing scores. But all 8 stages will be open and operational. We have the SC State Championship in a couple weeks in Gainesville. If folks would like to come practice you may do so for $25.
Also June 28-July 3 and July 6-8 Steel Challenge range will be open for practice for $50 per day.
Practice
Practice will be open for match competitors for $10.
Thanks for your continued support and hope to see you Saturday.

Universal News 6/8/16

Hi guys and gals,
3 Gun Nation – Saturday
We’ll be running classifiers – 02-13, 04-13, 08-13, 12-13, 02-14
Registration – 0845
Walkthru – 0930
Fee – $40 if you want classifiers turned in. $20 if you just want to shoot
After the match you may re-shoot classifiers with a buddy. $5 per run. And/or practice on the range will be available for $10.
USPSA – Sunday
This is our SLOT Match for the Central Florida Section. 6 stages including a classifier. May reshoot the classifier AFTER the match for $5.
Registration – 0845
Walkthru – 0930
Fee – $20
Steel Challenge – Sunday
All 8 official stages of Steel Challenge. Great opportunity to warm up for the State Championship next month in Gainesville.
Registration – 0845
Walkthru – 0945
Fee – $15 first gun, $5 second gun
If you want to shoot USPSA and SC the discounted fee is $30. Must shoot USPSA first.
Practice
Available on Sunday after the match for $10
Hope to see you on the range, weather looks like it’s going to be good!

Results!

We have a new feature on our website. All match results are posted on a single page in an easy to follow format. Link here: http://www.universalshootingacademy.com/results/index.php

I will continue to post the match results link on the individual match pages for the time being. But the next major web update I’ll likely go to a single match results link from the home page. It’s an easy post from the tablets and I think a better/easier view for the shooter.

Thanks to stats wizard Jay Corn for making this happen.

Universal News 5-5-16

Happy Mothers Day!!
This Sunday we are celebrating Moms with free entry fee for Moms and free entry for you if you bring your Mom!
USPSA May 8
Registration: 0845
Walkthrough: 0930
Fee: $20
6 Stages including a classifier
Practice will be available after the match for $10, see Jim in the office to pay.
I will be out of town and Duane is busy also so Andy is in charge. Big thanks to him for stoking the fire while I’m away. Sal will be there assisting as well. If anyone will be there that is super solid on the interworkings of the tablets please let me know so I can let Andy know. We are good for registration, syncing, scoring, etc. But should something weird come up we could use a PS tablet wizard to go to. If not, I’m sure we’ll make it.
IRC – Registration is open, check website.
USIPSC – Will open by the end of the month, probably sooner.
If you are an RO interested in working the Pan American next month in Puerto Rico please email me. Even if we have already talked. I’m double checking my list and getting information ready to go out. If you could please email me direct, not a reply to this email it makes life easier. I get a lot of bounce backs on this huge list and it makes it tough to filter through.
On that note, as a general rule, if you need to contact me please start a fresh email…..don’t reply to this one.
Have a great weekend and Happy Mothers Day to all the awesome Mom’s out there!!

Universal News 4/8/16

Hi Gang,
Super late this week, apologies. Not sure where this week went but man did it fly by.
3 Gun Nation on Saturday
5 Classifiers.
Registration: 0845
Walkthrough: 0930
Fee: $20 to just shoot. $40 for 3GN members that want scores sent in.
USPSA on Sunday
6 stages including 1 classifier.
Registration: 0845
Walkthrough: 0930
Fee: $20
I’m working out of town. Thanks to Shawn for running 3GN and Duane and Andy for running USPSA in my absence. All these guys are a huge help or I would have to cancel many local matches due to my travel schedule. Go easy on them.
Have a great weekend shooting! I will get scores up Sunday night or Monday morning.

Universal News March 23, 2016

Howdy Folks,
I’ll make this a quick one to make up for the last one.
DPL
This Saturday. 5 Stages, 50 rounds or so. You can check the website for more info on DPL.
Registration: 0845
Walkthrough: 0945
Fee: $20
3 GUN
This Saturday, USPSA Multigun. Get a warm up for the A6MG coming up just a week later. Our website has more info on the Multigun.
Registration: 0845
Walkthrough: 0930
Fee: $20
Area 6 Multigun Championship
There is still room in the match if you’d like to shoot. I could use some more staff, I need 3 or 4 and could use 8 or 9. If you’re interested in helping but not a 3 gunner we can still use you. I can cover another match fee down the road or make it worth your while another way. If interested send me an email or text please.

Universal News 3/7/16

Hello Race Fans. This one is a bit of a doozy, weird I know, but we have a lot going on here this weekend.
Highlights for those that don’t reed so gud.
-No DPL this Saturday. DPL moving to 4th Saturday in conjunction with Multigun
-3Gun Nation all classifier match this Saturday the 12th.
-USPSA & Steel Challenge this Sunday the 13th
     -May shoot either or both
3 GUN NATION
We will be holding a 3 Gun Nation all classifier match this Saturday the 12th. We will be holding this match the 2nd Saturday of each month on our regular schedule. As always pending major events that may cause it to cancel. We will have 5 classifier stages for score. You can learn more about 3 Gun Nation on their website and our clubs affiliation link can be found here. http://3gunnation.com/club_details?id=12197 The club series is pretty cool and you can earn National Ranking as well as slots to the National Match through the club series. If you are a 3GN member and want your scores sent in the match fee will be $40, if you are not a member and/or don’t want scores sent in, just want to shoot, match fee will be $20. Additional runs will be available based on time and number of shooters. Additional runs will be $5 per.
Saturday the 12th
5 Stages
Match fee: $40 / $20
Registration: 0845
Walkthru: 0930
USPSA
Normal local match this Sunday. 6 stages including classifier. We will be offering PCC Division at this match. We will be running Steel Challenge on the same day, see below. You may shoot both.
Sunday the 13th
6 Stages
Match fee: $20
Registration: 0845
Walkthru: 0930
STEEL CHALLENGE
We will be holding a Steel Challenge on Sunday the 13th. Great warm up for the US Steel Nationals the following week in Volusia. We will have all 8 official stages. We have a USPSA match on the same day, you may shoot both. See below.
Sunday the 13th
8 Stages
Match fee: $15 one gun / $25 two guns
Registration: 0900
Walkthru: 0945
SHOOTING BOTH??
If you’d like to shoot both USPSA and Steel Challenge we can accommodate. You will shoot USPSA first with the club. Then we will restart the Steel Challenge match around 1pm or so when USPSA is complete. Probably only time for one gun at this point on SC. Will have a discounted rate of $30 to shoot both matches. If time allows you may shoot SC again with second gun for additional $10.
PRACTICE
We will have practice available after the match on Sunday on available bays for $10.
STEEL CHALLENGE PRACTICE NEXT WEEK
We will be open Monday through Friday 1000-1700 the week of 14-18 for Steel Challenge practice. We have all 8 stages set up along with paint and 2x’s to keep us in business. You may come and practice for SC for $50 per day. You must check in with myself or Jim in the office for payment. You do not need to be a member for this opportunity. I have a SC private class on Tuesday, those practicing will need to move when and if I need a stage but there should be plenty of space to move to.
USADPL
Defensive Pistol League is moving to the 4th Saturday of the month starting this month. This will be in conjunction with our USPSA Multigun match and worked well last month. More info in the week leading up to the match.
USPSA MULTIGUN
Will be on for this month. It will be the week prior to the Area 6 Multigun Champion that starts on April First. So one might call this a “practice match” for the Area 6 Multigun Championship that begins on the 1st of April. The stages will be one million percent exactly the same as the match that starts on April 1. So come on out and get a warm up! Thats how we roll for April 1st matches!
STAFF FOR MULTIGUN
I am looking for Staff for the Area 6 Multigun. If interested please email me. I have 6 or 7 on my list that I will be confirming tonight.
MEMBER INFO
Range will be closed to members on March 19.

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