BIO

Year Born: 2002
Gun model: Syren Julia Sporting
Any Modifications: I have a Limbsaver Pad on the back of the gun to reduce some recoil and give me a better fit. I also have 32″ barrels with Rhino Chokes to smoke every target!
Began shooting: Competitively, 2020

My shooting journey started following an injury weightlifting. My dad took me out to our local gun club, and I couldn’t hit anything. Come to find out, I was left eye dominant and supposed to be shooting left handed. I quickly switched and from there, I fell in love with shooting. My dad was my first and forever coach, and I always had my mom there as my biggest supporter. Through shooting, I have been blessed to compete in SCTP, GIAA, and NSCA programs while meeting some of my best friends and learning more about this sport everyday. Thankfully, I found my current coach, Wendell Cherry, about 2 years ago who has helped me develop my game and encourage me to chase my dreams. There is no way I would be where I am today without the encouragement and support from my incredible parents and coach. Now, I compete in the NSCA Championship Tour to hopefully achieve some of bucket list goals, while coaching my local high school and club teams. My biggest goal is to keep women shooting and encourage ladies to chase their wildest dreams everyday!

About Abby

Residence/Hometown: Riceboro, GA
University or Collegiate Shooting Team? I attended Emmanuel College for my first semester of college where I competed on their Clay Target Team.
Do you give shooting instruction? Yes! I have my Scholastic & Recreational License.
Home Club: 17 South Rod & Gun Club (Fleming, GA)

What’s your advice on getting new lady shooters involved?

My biggest piece of advice is to be fearless. Shoot the slower shells! Get the recoil reducer! Wear pink! Don’t be afraid or intimidated by shooting, and don’t be afraid to ask for help! There is no shame asking all the questions you have. The shooting industry is full of the best people who are always willing to help their fellow shooters!

What knowledge can you share that would make ladies better shooters?

First and foremost, find a gun (Syren!) that gives you a comfortable and correct gun fit.

Shoot with and what makes you the most comfortable! There’s no need to beat yourself up shooting hot shells or be uncomfortable shooting in shoes you don’t like. Be you!

Find a shooting group or friend! Trying something new, traveling, competing – are all much easier when you have friends by your side. Plus, you can always learn something new about shooting or even yourself when surrounding yourself with a good group of people!

Notable Wins:

2020 Southeast Regional D-Class Champion

2021 Collegiate Nationals Lady HOA and Sporting Clays HOA

2022 World English Sporting Clays Prelim Lady RU

2022 World English B-Class HOA

2022 South Central Regionals A-Class 3rd and FITASC 5th

2023 Caribbean Class FITASC Lady 3 / A-Class RU

2023 Seminole Cup Prelim & Super Sporting Lady RU

2023 US Open Lady 9 and AA-Class 3rd

2023 Georgia State Main Event and FITASC Lady 4th

2023 Georgia All State Lady Sporting Clays

2023 North Central Regional 5Stand AA-Class HOA

What gear do you use?

Hat/No Hat – If I wear one, I wear a visor!
Glasses – Pilla Outlaw X7’s
Ear Plugs – Soundgear Filter Custom Earplugs
Ammo – Anything 12ga, 7 1/2, 1oz, and under 1200fps.
Vest – Castellani TK Pro Alcantara
Attire – Almost always, a long sleeve shirt and leggings. In the Georgia heat, you might catch me in a pair of running shorts!
Shoes – I’m a big shoe girl, and I LOVE my Hoka Arahi 6’s or really any pair of Hoka shoes!

And important to mention… SNACKS! This girl always has to have her snacks with her!