We see it all the time in lessons…..student is working on a single target, and they just can’t seem to break 2 in a row. They will load 2 shells, go through their routine, and break the first bird, then immediately whip the gun back to their hold point and call for the second target. Resulting in a miss…..this generates a groan, headshake and generally a weak excuse of some sort. The shooter then does the same thing on the next 2 targets(!). I then ask if they are doing their routine before each….and I generally get a blank stare.
I suggest they just load one shell at a time for awhile. Suddenly they are breaking 2-3-4-5 birds in a row. By loading one shell, they find it easier to remember to do their pre-shot routine before each shot, and they are actually practicing not only their shooting technique, but also reinforcing their routine. I find that perfecting the pre-shot routine is probably to most important part of practice for the intermediate to advanced competitor.
Practice with a purpose, and have fun doing it!
Best,
Will and Elizbeth
Fennell Shooting School
I suggest they just load one shell at a time for awhile. Suddenly they are breaking 2-3-4-5 birds in a row. By loading one shell, they find it easier to remember to do their pre-shot routine before each shot, and they are actually practicing not only their shooting technique, but also reinforcing their routine. I find that perfecting the pre-shot routine is probably to most important part of practice for the intermediate to advanced competitor.
Practice with a purpose, and have fun doing it!
Best,
Will and Elizbeth
Fennell Shooting School
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