Good crowd for father’s day shoot

The Southern Downs Rifle Club’s Father’s Day Shoot at the Risdon Range on Sunday drew a large crowd.

By Casey O'Connor

The Southern Downs Rifle Club’s Father’s Day Shoot at the Risdon Range on Sunday drew a large crowd.

Although the conditions were cool and a little bleak it did deter the shooters who seemed to enjoy the conditions.

In fact, there were some excellent performances across the various classes.

Richard McKillop came out on In F standard Richard came out on top in what was a race against Greg Wilson and Dave Taylor.

In open class Bruce McAllan had a very good day as did Kevin Jones and Tom Higgins in their respective classes.

Results: 300 yards (various)

F Std

Richard McKillop (125.10); Greg Wilson (125.8); Dave Taylor (123.6); Margaret Taylor (111.2); Sonja Basson (108.4); Gary Snelling (105.1); Merryn Snelling (100.1).

F open

Bruce McAllan (123.7); Murray Reck (119.6); Daryl Reck (116.5); Abraham Basson (103.1); Craig Montgomery (102.5); Charlie Montgomery (96.1).

Hunter/Sporter

Kevin Jones (118.4); Eddy Woon (71.1); Ian Gaines dnf (ammo problems)

Military

Tom Higgins (76.1); Jason (72)

This Sunday (12 Sept) shooters will be at the 400 yard mound.

Sign on is at the normal time of 8.30 in preparation for a 9am start.

If you require further information about this weekend’s shot or would like more information regarding the club and its activities, please call Margaret on (07)4661018.