Sports, Inc., one of the largest and most diverse sporting goods buying groups in the United States, and Browning, one of the most recognized brands in the outdoor industry, returned as key sponsors of Shoot United™ in 2023. Shooting is one of the fastest growing and most popular recreational activities in the United States with more than 60 million adults participating each year. Sports, Inc. and Browning share Shoot United’s commitment to continue the growth of shooting sports.
“From our vast network of dealers to our employees, shooting sports are a big part of our identity at Sports, Inc.,” said Andy Eames, vice president of sales and marketing for Sports, Inc. “We are pleased to continue to support La Shoot United’s mission is to promote the positive impact of shooting sports and responsible firearms ownership on millions of Americans.”
“Attracting new entrants to shooting sports is one of our industry’s top priorities. Shoot United is taking a new approach to show how fun and accessible shooting sports really are. We are excited to support them and welcome all the new entrants the program brings to this exciting sport,” said Rafe Nielsen, Browning’s director of marketing and communications.
In 2022, Shoot United reached millions with the message of bringing responsible shooting and gun ownership to a wide variety of people through mainstream media and educational content. Additionally, more than 250 new individual participants received training from qualified instructors through grassroots events in four states. Shoot United is expanding its range event program into 2023.
“Shoot United’s mission is to promote shooting sports, one of the most popular and inclusive recreational activities in the country,” said Jason Gilbertson, Shoot United’s director of marketing. “In 2023 we will continue to collaborate directly with shooting ranges across the country to bring shooting sports positivity and responsible firearm ownership to new shooters through our range events. The support of Sports, Inc. and Browning are critical to this initiative, and we are grateful to have their support for Shoot United as we move into the new year.”
Each event provides new entrants the opportunity to ask questions of certified firearms instructors and professional competitive shooters, have fun with friends and family, while gaining hands-on support experience.
Shooting ranges that are interested in hosting a Shoot United event can contact [email protected].
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Shoot United: Committed to the safe, legal and responsible use of firearms
Shoot United is committed to the safe, legal, and responsible use of firearms. Shoot United supports key groups like the National Shooting Sports Foundation on a variety of issues important to our industry, including training and education, and targeted programs like Gun Owners Care and Project ChildSafe. Shoot United will continue to support programs, organizations and individuals that promote hunting and shooting sports activities in a positive and responsible environment. Any use of firearms by participating youth must be done under the direct supervision of a parent, guardian, or other responsible adult.
About shooting united
Shoot United™ is a dynamic initiative designed to promote all that is wholesome and wholesome about shooting sports and responsible firearms ownership. It’s time spent outdoors with family and friends. It’s Competition It’s one of the most fun and safe recreational activities in the country. The mission is to raise awareness and activate new participants in the sport by sharing educational and engaging content, as well as providing resources where people can learn to participate in shooting sports and hunting activities.