Grand Prix 3 : 10m Air Rifle Series 2019-20
This event is sponsored by RUAG. Winning shooters receive an award of ammunition
STS 10m Air Rifle Winter Grand Prix Series 2019-20
Programme
A series of five 10m Air Rifle events run on electronic targets. The main competition is run in 4 classes and comprises of 60 competition shots to be fired in 1 hour 15 minutes. This is preceded by a 15 minute setup period and a 15 minute preparation and sighting period.
Competition Dates
The Grand Prix Series will be shot on the following dates in 2019-20
| Grand Prix | Date | Venue |
| Air GP1 | 13 October 2019 | Roseisle Village Hall Forres |
| Air GP2 | 10 November 2019 | Denwood |
| Air GP3 | 8 December 2019 | Kincardine |
| Air GP4 | 11 January 2020 | Carlisle |
| Air GP5 | 8 February 2020 | Glenrothes |
Event Rules
The Grand Prix will be run as far as possible under ISSF rules with equipment control advice available at each event. Equipment control rules may be waived in the lower classes at the discretion of the event organiser. The Range Jury will consist of any three people from the local organising committee and/or the STS Smallbore AMG.
ISSF Rules and the latest amendments may be downloaded free from www.issf-sports.org. A reference copy will be available for competitors.
Shooters with a Disability: The main competition and Extra shoot are open to all on submission of an average as these 60 shot matches are shot in classes. The Grand Prix final will be run to ISSF rules and is generally not open to competitors with a disability unless the competitor is able to comply with the ISSF rules. If there is any concern about entering the competition or access to the venues, then please contact events@scottishtargetshooting.co.uk.
Scottish Target Shooting is actively researching venues and is planning to run a pilot shooting event in 2020 for competitors with a disability.
Extra Shoot
Subject to entry and range capacity the extra shoot is an optional additional 60 shot match. Places can only be requested and paid on the day for a fee of £5. Main Competition entries take precedence over "Extra Shoot" entries.
The winner of the "Extra Shoot" shall be the competitor achieving the highest percentage increase in score from their main competition score and shall receive a return of their entry fee for the extra shoot competition.
Final
Depending on range capacity and entry, the leading competitors after the qualifying match will shoot in an ISSF style final. The winner will be the competitor with the highest match score in the final.
Points
Points for the Grand Prix series will be awarded per the following table based on the competitor's position in the ISSF final. If the range does not have capacity to run an 8 lane final the competitors who would have qualified for an 8 lane final will be awarded points based on their qualification ranking.
If a competitor who qualifies for the final does not compete in the final then the competitor will not be awarded any points.
| Position | Points |
| 1st | 12 |
| 2nd | 9 |
| 3rd | 7 |
| 4th | 5 |
| 5th | 4 |
| 6th | 3 |
| 7th | 2 |
| 8th | 1 |
Prizes
For each competition the following prizes will be awarded in each class;
- Competitor in 1st place Gold medal plus 2 tins of pellets
- Competitor in 2nd place Silver medal plus 1 tin of pellets
A further award will be made to the person with the most points at the end of the Grand Prix series.
Our Sponsors
Thanks to the sponsorship of this event by RWS who have provided the pellets for our prizes.
Timetable
| Event | Athletes to the Line | Preparation & Sighting | Match Start | Match Finish |
| Relay 1 | 09.00 | 09.15 | 09.30 | 10.45 |
| Relay 2 | 11.00 | 11.15 | 11.30
|
12.45
|
| Relay 3 | 13.00 | 13.15 | 13.30
|
14.45
|
| Relay 4
|
15.00
|
15.15
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15.30
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16.45
|
| GP FINAL | Reporting Time – 17.15 | 17.45 | 18.15 |
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Classification
| Classification | A Class | B Class | C Class | D Class |
| Integer Average | 563 and over | 545 to 562 | 535 to 544 | Under 535 |
| Decimal Average | 590.0 and over | 572.0 to 589.9 | 560.0 to 571.9 | Under 560.0 |
Any competitor may be reclassified at the discretion of the Organisers or elect to shoot in a higher class than their average would put them in.
Doping Control
Scottish Target Shooting follows the doping regulations adopted by British Shooting, developed with UKAD. As such, the testing for banned substances may be carried out at any time. Please declare any medication at check-in before shooting.
Closing Dates and Wait List
The closing date for entries is the Tuesday before the event date. If an event is full, please select the waiting list and provide us with your availability and you will be placed on a wait list and contacted only if a place becomes available.
Refunds
Cancellations made after the closing date of the event (i.e. the Tuesday prior to the meeting) will not be entitled to a refund except in exceptional circumstances and at the discretion of the STS Office.
Reception
On arrival at the range please report to the organiser to take up your booking. Please arrange to be on the range in plenty of time to avoid missing your allocated squad as, depending on entry and range space, re-squadding may not be possible.
Novices
Novices are very welcome at these events. While competing against some of the best shots in the country, this is a chance to enjoy the experience of competitive shooting, chat to a wide range of shooters, and, most of all, have some fun. If you would like to compete but are a little unsure or have some questions, please email events@scottishtargetshooting.co.uk.
Entry Prices
| Competition |
STS Members
|
STS Non-Member |
| Air GP Entry per Relay
|
£18.00 | £20.00 |
Become a Member of Scottish Target Shooting (STS)
The STS member discount for events and competitions is available to all membership categories.
Essential membership is only £10 (Adults) and £5 (Juniors & Full Time Students). You can find out more about joining STS here : www.scottishtargetshooting.co.uk/membership.
(Please Note : STS Membership is not restricted to shooters living in Scotland.)