Shooters welcome ideal conditions

By Casey O'Connor

A welcome change in the weather at resulted in good numbers on the Risdon range for the Southern Downs Rifle Club’s shoot last Sunday. Taking full advantage of the fine conditions Richard put down a perfect score in open class.

Wins in the Standard and Hunter/Sporter classes were a Snelling family affair. Merryn Snelling scored win in the Standard Class while and Gary took the honours in the Hunter/Sporter comepitition.

Full Results from the 400-yard mound.

F Class Open

Richard McKillop (126.12); Greg Wilson (122.9); Bruce McAllan (121.8); Kevin Jones (121.6); Craig Montgomery (119.7); Murray Reck (118.4); Margaret Taylor (116.5); Dave Taylor (113.3); Gerry Voigtlander (104.1); Charlie Montgomery (88).

F Class Standard

Merryn Snelling (113.3); Nick Kent (111.2); Daryl Reck (103.6)

F Class Hunter/Sporter

Gary Snelling (101.9); Adrian Sinclair (96.4)

This week shooters will assemble at the 500 yard mound for the weekly comepitition and will be followed by a BBQ at the clubhouse. Sign on for the event is 7.30am in readiness for an 8.00am start. Further information regarding the event is available by contacting Margaret on (07) 4666 1018.