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Overview
The Arizona Game and Fish Department Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) is a team-based youth development program that uses the shotgun sports to instill discipline, safety, teamwork, ethics, self-confidence and other life values. Team members can participate in any or all of three clay target disciplines: trap, skeet and sporting clays.
SCTP was developed by the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) in conjunction with the firearms industry and shotgun shooting governing bodies and is now nationally governed by the Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation (S3F) to provide team participation to youth in the shotgun shooting sports.
The Arizona Game and Fish Department sponsors the program in Arizona and invites students from age 9 though graduation of high school to an opportunity to learn about firearms, safety, and teamwork in a safe environment by certified shotgun coaches.
Participants may choose not to become competitive or may compete in a variety of events from Fun Shoots to State Championships to National Championships.
How to Join
There are 17 SCTP clubs state wide that are run entirely with vlounteer help. Each club is independently organized setting their own practices dates, times, and locations. To find a club in your area please click on the map to the right or you may contact the Shooting Sports Coordinator of the Arizona Game and Fish Department at 602-942-3000 or e-mail at alynch@azgfd.gov. You can also contact your local shooting range or gun club to find out if they offer the program.
Shooting Season
The season runs from October 1 through May 1. Those teams who won the state championships at the end of the season are then eligible to participate in the National Championships during the summer. International shoots and competitions for those desiring to participate in our international sports are held at the conclusion of the season.
Becoming Involved
Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age and complete an Arizona Game and Fish Department approved Shotgun Coach Course and approved background check.
To inquire about certification please contact the Lead Instructor of your local club or contact the Shooting Sports Coordinator of the ArizonaGame and Fish Department directly.
Benefits
Arizona's SCTP teaches youth the importance of firearms safety while instilling values they will use through their lives. The program provides team leaders and team members withthe opportunity to participate in an activity that promotes the highest standards of safety, sportsmanship and ethical behavior. Parents and participants are enthusiastic about the benefits of the program.
Once graduating from SCTP there are several opportunities to continue shooting though collegiate programs. For an interactive map of programs throughout the nation please click on the map to the right.
Starting a Team
If you are interested in starting a SCTP team at your local shooting club there is support available for this from the Game and Fish including clay target machines, firearms, safety equipment, training and funds for new shooters. Please contact the State Shooting Sports Coordinator at the Arizona Game and Fish Department for more information 602-942-3000. |
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Orginizational Support
Frequently state and national organizations have opportunities available for SCTP participants. These can include scholarships, grants for travel expenses, and special events. This area of the web page will be dedicated to those non profit organizations information. Check this section periodically for new opportunities.
- Scholastic Shooting Trust donations Press Release.
Dated 09-15-2009
- The Arizona State Skeet Shooting Association has a fund to provide assistance to any junior shooter that is attending the Junior World Shoot.
- Arizona State Skeet Shooting Association Junior Fund
Applications Due June 1
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