06/15/2026
What a weekend for Lower Providence Junior Trap at the Colonial Classic in Elysburg!
Making the trip to Elysburg each year is always exciting. The PSSA - Pennsylvania State Shotgunning Association hosts one of the largest lineups of trapshooting events of the season, and the facility itself is truly impressive. For some of our newer team members, it can even feel a bit overwhelming at first.
This is where our athletes step onto the line alongside not only other youth competitors, but some of the finest shooters in the Mid-Atlantic—and in many cases, the country. It's also a unique opportunity for our youth shooters to compete alongside and be supported by the members of Lower Providence Rod & Gun Club, many of whom they have grown to respect and admire.
The competition is intense, the expectations are high, and the environment challenges every shooter to be their best. This year, our team rose to the occasion.
🏆 Weekend Highlights
• Nate Eckert – Junior Runner-Up, Doubles
• Joseph Wehrberger – Shot his first 50 straight, posted a personal-best 97 in Singles, then topped it all off with a 98 to become the Overall Handicap Champion on Sunday, earning an additional 1½ yards.
• Sophia Bux – Class B Runner-Up
• Mikey DePolo – Class D Runner-Up
• Tyler – Shot an outstanding 99 in Sunday's Singles Event
• Nick – Shot a personal best and broke his first 50 straight
• Nathan Richter – Tied for Junior Runner-Up in the Handicap Championship and competed in his first-ever shoot-off, ultimately earning a 3rd-place finish
While the trophies and recognition are exciting, some of the most meaningful moments never appear on the scoreboard.
It's seeing a shooter break their first 25 straight.
It's watching Nick walk off the line after his first 50 straight and personal best.
It's seeing Henry's smile after posting a personal-best 90.
It's witnessing Joseph accomplish goals he had been chasing for years and then exceed them all in a single weekend.
These moments matter.
The kids work incredibly hard, and their dedication continues to pay off. Just as rewarding is seeing the pride on the faces of parents who have supported them every step of the way.
To the members of Lower Providence Rod & Gun Club, our volunteers, our families, and our dedicated sponsors—thank you. None of this happens without your continued support and generosity.
The lessons learned on the trap field extend far beyond competition. These young athletes are building discipline, confidence, sportsmanship, and friendships that will last a lifetime.
They aren't just the future of our team—they are the next generation of trapshooters.
Congratulations to all of our athletes on an incredible weekend. We couldn't be more proud of you! Amateur Trapshooting Association (ATA) AIM Trapshooting Trap & Field Streamlight, Inc.Main Line Armory Abel Brothers Towing and Automotive Inc Restaurant Ventilation Design Inc Tanner's Sports Center Survival Trail Patterson & Kopp, Friends of LP Junior Trap, Mandrel Construction, Audubon Land Development, Town Square Rentals, Austin Hepburn Fund.
