In an effort to zero in on their target of the State Championship next month, the Rainier Trap Team traveled to Newberg for a youth tournament recently.
On May 11, fifteen team members made the trip, and they had some great results, according to Head Coach Jeff Sorenson. The tournament was a “100-bird” tournament, which is the same format as the state competition, and it gave the kids a great chance to get some experience.
“The Newberg tournament was a great chance for my returning team members to get some extra rounds in and a chance for the new kids to compete at a new range and see what the tournament format is like,” Sorenson said. “We’ve got a great mix of experienced team members along with some outstanding new kids.”
While the tournament didn’t hand out team awards, medals were given out for the top 7 individual scores in both the high school and middle school divisions. The Rainier Trap Team had five members take home trophies.
James Watkins led the team, shooting a 95/100 and placing 4th overall in the high school division. Watkins also shot a perfect 25-round in route to his award. Tyler Lambert was hot on Watkins’ heels and placed 6th overall.
In the middle school division, Brighton Stout shot confidently, finishing 2nd overall, with teammate Levi Hall placing 4th. First-year shooter Charlie Hall was one of the promising new guns Sorenson referenced. Hall shot a personal best, and she finished in 6th place.
“I’m feeling really good after the Newberg tournament,” Sorenson said. “This is the deepest team we’ve ever had and I’m really looking forward to seeing them compete at state.”
Following the tournament, Sorenson said they will have a short break, and then they will have three weeks to prepare for the big event of the season. The team will continue honing in on their targets ahead of the Oregon State Championship that takes place June 22 at the Hillsboro Trap and Skeet Club.
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