markm Posted September 12, 2007 Share Posted September 12, 2007 Is that actually the 21st through the 23rd? I hope so, my reservations are for the 21st! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LChico Posted September 12, 2007 Share Posted September 12, 2007 (edited) Is that actually the 21st through the 23rd? I hope so, my reservations are for the 21st! I didn't even notice the dates Lynn had posted -- too focused on how to get registration completed without long lines. I have edited my original post with the correct dates. Linda Chico (L-2035) 2007 TN Section Match Statistician Edited September 12, 2007 by LChico Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lynn jones Posted September 12, 2007 Author Share Posted September 12, 2007 i corrected the schedule! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lynn jones Posted September 17, 2007 Author Share Posted September 17, 2007 the stages are all set up and ready to go. the range looks great and the weather will be excellent. lynn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hopalong Posted September 20, 2007 Share Posted September 20, 2007 See ya'll there, gonna be grand. I've help build the stages, If you aren't having fun at this match you won't be able to have fun. Please introduce yourself, I'll be the guy running stage 10. Hopalong Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LChico Posted September 23, 2007 Share Posted September 23, 2007 Results are posted on the USPSA website under "Major Match Reults." Linda Chico (L-2035) 2007 TN Section Match Statistician Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
et45 Posted September 23, 2007 Share Posted September 23, 2007 Linda,You are the Woman! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandro Posted September 24, 2007 Share Posted September 24, 2007 Linda,You are the Woman! +1, Still at the airport. Great match, cool stages... I will be back for sure. Sandro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markm Posted September 24, 2007 Share Posted September 24, 2007 Just got in, Great match again! Had a great time and good stages. RO's did a good job of keeping everything moving, Sat AM we were actually 1 1/2 hours ahead of schedule at lunch, and finished 8 stages and back at the hotel by 4:00. Lynn did a great job of keeping it all going.Yall missed a good one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
9x23 Posted September 24, 2007 Share Posted September 24, 2007 Thanks Mark. It was great having you and the rest of the Mafia there and thanks for helping with a very busy stage reset. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lynn jones Posted September 24, 2007 Author Share Posted September 24, 2007 thanks all for the comments. we had an aritcale posted in the local paper. http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2007/...astest-trigger/ Home › Local › Bartlett / Cordova Gunslingers aim for fastest trigger Arlington shooting event rewards speed, accuracy By Cassandra Kimberly (Contact) Sunday, September 23, 2007 When Bill Grewe moved to Memphis in 1980, he sold his motorcycle, but that didn't stop him from racing. "I don't race motorcycles like I used to," he said. "I race guns." Friday, Saturday and today, at least 158 competitors from the Mid-South and United States have gathered at the Memphis Sports Shooting Association in Arlington for the 2007 Section Championships, racing for the title of fastest gunslinger. The competition, which is a part of the United States Practical Shooting Association (USPSA), isn't a normal point-and-shoot competition. It's an extreme shooting sport, said Grewe, who served as match director. Shooters must run through 10 different obstacle courses or "stages" choosing the quickest path to accurately hit all of their targets for points. A winner is determined by their "hit factor" or how many points scored per second. Crossing swinging bridges, dodging trap doors and aiming at quick-moving targets while in motion is part of the competition. Unlike other extreme sports, however, any age and skill level can compete, said Grewe. Competitors are divided into age divisions, the types of firearms used, gender and even experience level during the matches. "We really try to level the playing field so that everyone could come out here and have fun," he said. Adding to the excitement is that no course is ever the same, said Missouri resident Emanuel Bragg, who has participated in 500 competitions since he started shooting 10 years ago. The unpredictability triggers an adrenaline rush. "It's like the bottom or the ninth, two outs and you're at bat," he said. "It's like that every time." Though the sport can seem dangerous, organizers and competitors follow a strict set of safety rules including prohibiting ammunition and firearms from being handled at the same time without supervision. "It's a safety-driven sport," said Grewe. "We all know we are playing with something that can hurt you." Later this afternoon, competitors will not only go home with a combined $25,000 in prizes, they will go home with an "itch" that can only be satisfied with another competition. "The game" keeps people coming back for more, said New York resident Joe Procopio. "It becomes like a disease," he said. "You need to do more and more of it." -- Cassandra Kimberly: 529-2786 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tpcdvc Posted September 24, 2007 Share Posted September 24, 2007 (edited) thanks all for the comments.we had an aritcale posted in the local paper. http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2007/...astest-trigger/ Home › Local › Bartlett / Cordova Gunslingers aim for fastest trigger Arlington shooting event rewards speed, accuracy By Cassandra Kimberly (Contact) Sunday, September 23, 2007 When Bill Grewe moved to Memphis in 1980, he sold his motorcycle, but that didn't stop him from racing. "I don't race motorcycles like I used to," he said. "I race guns." Friday, Saturday and today, at least 158 competitors from the Mid-South and United States have gathered at the Memphis Sports Shooting Association in Arlington for the 2007 Section Championships, racing for the title of fastest gunslinger. The competition, which is a part of the United States Practical Shooting Association (USPSA), isn't a normal point-and-shoot competition. It's an extreme shooting sport, said Grewe, who served as match director. Shooters must run through 10 different obstacle courses or "stages" choosing the quickest path to accurately hit all of their targets for points. A winner is determined by their "hit factor" or how many points scored per second. Crossing swinging bridges, dodging trap doors and aiming at quick-moving targets while in motion is part of the competition. Unlike other extreme sports, however, any age and skill level can compete, said Grewe. Competitors are divided into age divisions, the types of firearms used, gender and even experience level during the matches. "We really try to level the playing field so that everyone could come out here and have fun," he said. Adding to the excitement is that no course is ever the same, said Missouri resident Emanuel Bragg, who has participated in 500 competitions since he started shooting 10 years ago. The unpredictability triggers an adrenaline rush. "It's like the bottom or the ninth, two outs and you're at bat," he said. "It's like that every time." Though the sport can seem dangerous, organizers and competitors follow a strict set of safety rules including prohibiting ammunition and firearms from being handled at the same time without supervision. "It's a safety-driven sport," said Grewe. "We all know we are playing with something that can hurt you." Later this afternoon, competitors will not only go home with a combined $25,000 in prizes, they will go home with an "itch" that can only be satisfied with another competition. "The game" keeps people coming back for more, said New York resident Joe Procopio. "It becomes like a disease," he said. "You need to do more and more of it." -- Cassandra Kimberly: 529-2786 quote] That is awesome! Edited September 24, 2007 by tpcdvc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cpty1 Posted September 24, 2007 Share Posted September 24, 2007 (edited) Bill/Lynn..you and the entire match staff did an outstanding job. Linda did her usual job as GM of stats. A great match; run well; with a great mix and balance of shooting challenges incorporated into the 10 stages. Also, does anyone have the name and address of the FFL that was handling the firearm transfers for the match? Edited September 24, 2007 by cpty1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racegun9 Posted September 24, 2007 Share Posted September 24, 2007 I think they said it was Bill Grewe but I don't have an address. Lynn will probably chime in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Heiter Posted September 24, 2007 Share Posted September 24, 2007 Just wanted to add my thanks to the organizers and staff on this one. Bill, Lynn, Brad, Linda, and all the gang did a great job. The range was beautiful and the stages were clever and interesting w/out too many gimmicks or "carnival" tricks like you see at some matches. The moving, bobbing, swinging, activating, etc. stuff at this match was all well designed, solidly built, and seemed to work just fine. There was one little incident involving one of my rounds and a no-shoot that dropped down to block a port, but unfortunately there was no one to blame for that but me. The match staff deserve a lot of recognition for their efforts. I was very impressed w/ how the RO's on every stage seemed to have that right combination of professionalism and friendliness that kept everything moving quickly while everyone still had a good time. This was a really good match and with any luck I'll be back again next year to defend my damn near last place finish crown. Thanks guys, John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moverfive Posted September 24, 2007 Share Posted September 24, 2007 Bill/Lynn..you and the entire match staff did an outstanding job. A great match; run well; with a great mix and balance of shooting challenges incorporated into the 10 stages. Also, does anyone have the name and address of the FFL that was handling the firearm transfers for the match? William C. Hill, Jr 901-755-4196 william.hill@adintellico.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stage 3 Posted September 24, 2007 Share Posted September 24, 2007 Bill/Lynn..you and the entire match staff did an outstanding job. A great match; run well; with a great mix and balance of shooting challenges incorporated into the 10 stages. Also, does anyone have the name and address of the FFL that was handling the firearm transfers for the match? Chris, Contact: Haddon Hill Ltd 8542 Sahdy Trail Cove Cordova, TN. 38018-4300 Phone 901-755-4196 Fax 901-755-3445 Thanks again for supporting our match. Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
38superman Posted September 24, 2007 Share Posted September 24, 2007 This was my second year for the Tenn. sectional and I wouldn't miss it. The match is always well organized and flows smoothly. The stages were fun and interesting. The match staff & sponsors always seem to put together one of the best prize tables I have seen anywhere. Many thanks to all that helped to make it happen. My only complaint is that I think I got a "mike" when one of my shots deflected off a mosquito. Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Keen Posted September 24, 2007 Share Posted September 24, 2007 I shot the Tenn. sectional 2 years ago, and will never forget it (or the woods run). I wish I could make it back .... long drive for a state match. Nice prize table though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Odie Posted September 25, 2007 Share Posted September 25, 2007 Good match, great prize table, this was my second year. I hit one of the local mosquitoes with a 9mm slug and the beast charged me. I ended up killing it with a knife after losing about 2 pints of blood. If we could domesticate those things and get them saddle broke, we'd never have to pay air fare again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lynn jones Posted September 25, 2007 Author Share Posted September 25, 2007 here's a link to some pics i took at the match. http://www.memphis-ssa.com/modules/gallery...ls.php?album=11 lynn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bulm540 Posted September 26, 2007 Share Posted September 26, 2007 (edited) Great match. great props and most importantly great ROs. Odie, looks like you had an awesome match. Edited September 26, 2007 by bulm540 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boz1911 Posted September 26, 2007 Share Posted September 26, 2007 Great match, top notch all the way. Thanks to all for their hard work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaBlaster Posted September 26, 2007 Share Posted September 26, 2007 you guys got it all wrong, I sprayed my bullets with OFF, the only problem is that I think some of the off went to one side of the bullets and made them lop sided and they wouldn't hit the targets!! either that or they hit the mosquito's and altered the bullets!! Great match other then those blood suckers, hats off to all the staff that made it happen!! Manny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lynn jones Posted September 26, 2007 Author Share Posted September 26, 2007 the photographer taking the professional pics can be found here: http://www.photomotionphotography.com/gall...ooting.php?i=31 lynn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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