Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center

10/27/2026

Don't forget to join us TONIGHT from 5 to 7 p.m. as we host a fun Halloween Shoot & Costume Contest!

Open to everyone 10 and up, the night will feature:
🎃 A 30-shot, supported Bench Match with sporter air ri**es (These air ri**es emit low noise and no recoil, making them a safe, simple option for those just beginning in marksmanship!)

🎃 A costume contest for all ages - Votes will also be taken for Best Costume!

NOTE: Participants must be able to safely handle ri**es in their costume if participating in both.

Cost is FREE to enter, with equipment provided! Prizes will be presented for Best Costume and winner of the Bench Match.

Also, THERE'S CANDY! 🍭🍬🍫

⭐ Reminder that outside of the Halloween fun, we're open to the public today from Noon to 8 p.m. Stop out and see us!

Learn more about the Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center and plan your visit at https://thecmp.org/gary-anderson-cmp-competition-center/

10/23/2026

WE’VE GOT STEEL!

Construction continues on our complex expansion, with steel beams up and the skeleton of the building taking shape 💀

We’d like to thank Sevan Multi-Site Solutions for the wonderful job in bringing our new facility to life!

10/21/2026

HEADS UP! If you have a junior interested in taking his/her marksmanship career into college and beyond, check out this FREE Virtual Clinic on Oct. 28!

The clinic is led by past U.S. Paralympic Coach and current CMP Training & Education Manager, Hank Gray, as well as Olympic silver medalist and CMP Athlete Development Manager, Lucas Kozeniesky!

A wonderful way to pick up some valuable info from some of the best 👍 "See" you there!

Dreaming of competing at the next level?

Join CMP’s Hank Gray and Lucas Kozeniesky for a free virtual clinic on Wednesday, Oct. 28 at 7:00 PM CDT. They’ll cover how to qualify for the Olympics, international matches available to juniors, national-level matches for college prep, and the CMP Scholarship Program. All CMP coaches and athletes are welcome.

Register for free in Competition Tracker.

🔗 https://ct.thecmp.org/app/v1/index.php?do=matchRegistration&task=matchRegistrationPrepLoginCheck&matchId=31989

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10/20/2026

If you have a high school senior in your household, whether involved in marksmanship or not, consider one of our CMP Scholarships!

Those involved in marksmanship may earn up to $40,000, while we also award $1,000 Local Scholarships to students in Ottawa County, just for being close by (no marksmanship experience required)!

Learn more at https://thecmp.org/cmp-scholarship-program/.

HEADS UP! We're now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 CMP Scholarship Program! 🎓

CMP Scholarships are presented each year to graduating seniors involved in marksmanship activities (r***e, pistol, sh***un, etc.) and may be used toward tuition/educational expenses at accredited colleges, universities, technical or trade schools and vocational programs.

Last year, we awarded over $1 MILLION to qualified individuals!

This year, we're proud to again offer:

⭐ ONE $40,000 Renewable Scholarship: $10,000 annual scholarship, renewable for four years ($40,000 overall)

⭐ FOUR $20,000 Renewable Scholarships: $5,000 annually, renewable for four years ($20,000 overall)

⭐ $3,000 and $10,000 One-Year Scholarships: One-time scholarship awards to qualified applicants.

⭐ UP TO 30 LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS: One-time $1,000 scholarships to those in the Anniston/Talladega, Alabama, and Ottawa County, Ohio, areas – no marksmanship experience required!

Eligible students are encouraged to apply and take the next step toward achieving their educational goals!

Learn more and apply today at https://thecmp.org/cmp-scholarship-program/!

10/19/2026

A reminder to join us on Oct. 27 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. as we host a fun Halloween Shoot & Costume Contest!

Open to everyone 10 and up, the night will feature:
🎃 A 30-shot, supported Bench Match with sporter air ri**es (These air ri**es emit low noise and no recoil, making them a safe, simple option for those just beginning in marksmanship!)

🎃 A costume contest for all ages - Votes will also be taken for Best Costume!

NOTE: Participants must be able to safely handle ri**es in their costume if participating in both.

Cost is FREE to enter, with equipment provided! Prizes will be presented for Best Costume and winner of the Bench Match.

Of course, candy is available throughout the evening! 🍭🍬🍫

Learn more about the Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center and plan your visit at https://thecmp.org/gary-anderson-cmp-competition-center/!

10/18/2026

Congratulations to the overall winners of yesterday's Monthly Matches!

60 Shot R***e:
1. Peter Fiori, Team Winning Solutions
2. Sarah Mix, American Legion Post 295
3. Sabrina Smith, Ashland Lake

60 Shot Pistol:
1. Gurol Yomut, Arlington International Ai**un
2. Colin Smith, Individual
3. Luke Messerschmidt, Messerschmidt

3P Precision:
1. Hypatia Shen, Team Winning Solutions
2. Sabrina Smith, Ashland Lake
3. Sarah Mix, American Legion Post 295

3P Sporter:
1. Bryant Shoemaker, Pickaway Diabolos
2. Sam Queen, Clermont County 4H
3. Jeramiah Shaffer, Pennsylvania Valley Shooting Team

See a complete list of results at https://thecmp.org/cmp-competition-centers/monthly-match-program/!

10/15/2026

Thank you to those who joined us for our free junior clinics held during National Youth Sports Week!

Participants were provided introductory training from our staff members, which included Olympic silver medalist, Lucas Kozeniesky!

If you missed last week's clinics – that's okay! Our air range is open to the public every week for all experience levels, with our staff always on hand to help those new to the sport.

We're open today from noon to 8 p.m. Bring your own equipment or rent from us!

Learn more at https://thecmp.org/gary-anderson-cmp-competition-center/!

10/14/2026

TEAM WINNING SOLUTIONS CLINIC - THIS FRIDAY!

If you're in the Port Clinton area for this Saturday's Monthly Matches, consider signing up for an informational one-on-one clinic with members of Team Winning Solutions, including Olympic silver medalist, Lucas Kozeniesky!

Training is designed to enhance skills, match preparedness and finals tactics. Each session (held each month prior to the Monthly Matches) features a unique theme, with new games and drills to keep training fresh and challenging.

The next session is set for Friday, Oct. 16, from 3–7 p.m. Please arrive 30 minutes before start time.

There will also be a lecture 30 minutes after the finals/awards for the match on Saturday.

Cost is $25 for Friday and free for TWS members!

Learn more about our Monthly Matches at https://thecmp.org/cmp-competition-centers/monthly-match-program/!

10/13/2026

Here's your reminder to join us TONIGHT for OPEN MARKSMANSHIP!

Every Tuesday, we're open to the public from Noon to 8 p.m. for practice, friendly competition or just for fun!

Bring your own equipment or use ours on one of our 80 state-of-the-art indoor electronic targets.

Whether you've fired before or giving it a try for the first time, our experienced staff members will be on hand to help you.

See you soon!

Plan your visit at https://thecmp.org/gary-anderson-cmp-competition-center/.

10/10/2026

We're just ONE WEEK AWAY from our October Monthly Matches - set for Oct. 17!

Monthly Matches are open to adult and junior competitors of all skill levels and offer a variety of events, including:

✅ 3×20 precision and sporter air r***e and
✅ 60-shot air r***e and air pistol competitions.

All held within our 80-point indoor electronic target range!

REMINDER: We'll be hosting a special Sport Shooting Depot consignment store during the fall months! Products on display and available for purchase will include International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) approved equipment like jackets, pants and more.

Learn more and register at https://thecmp.org/cmp-competition-centers/monthly-match-program/.