Zach and Ricky are back on Trap Talk to break down all the action from the Wisconsin and Iowa State Trapshooting Championships! 🇺🇸🎯
From big scores to standout performances and some hilarious moments along the way — they cover it all.

🎙️ Hear their thoughts on:
• The top shooters and surprise wins
• What made these shoots stand out
• Behind-the-scenes stories from both events
• A look ahead at what’s coming next on the trapshooting calendar

If you love trapshooting and want the inside scoop from two guys who live it, this episode is for you.

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Nicole “Nikki” Hood joins Ricky & Zach  for Episode 133 to share her love for the sport that’s shaped her life—trapshooting. 

Starting as a junior shooter in Pennsylvania, Nikki quickly developed a deep passion for the game and worked her way up to national competitions, state teams, and All-American honors.

Now preparing to shoot at the collegiate level with Jacksonville University, Nikki reflects on the early days with her local team, the milestones she’s hit along the way, and what keeps her driven to improve. This episode is a great look at the heart of a young athlete who truly loves the sport and represents the future of trapshooting.

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Headed to Sparta, Illinois for the 2025 Grand American? Whether it’s your first time or your 38th, this episode of Trap Talk is packed with helpful advice from veteran shooters Ricky Marshall Jr. and Zach Nannini on how to prepare for the biggest trapshoot of the year!

We’re talking:
✅ What to pack (don’t forget your....)
📋 Why a checklist is a game-changer
🏕️ The advantages of staying on the grounds
🛠️ Planning for parts, gear, and the unexpected
🧠 The mental side of preparing for 2+ weeks of competition
🔥 And what it really takes to be ready for the grind of the Grand

If you’re heading to Sparta this August, watch this before you go!

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White Flyer - https://whiteflyer.com/
The best trap targets in the industry! Whether it is trap, skeet, sporting or international targets, we ensure every target manufactured meets the highest standards.  You throw them we smoke them!

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- Get a coach on your barrel with this amazing tech! 

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Gun and Trophy - https://www.gunandtrophy.com
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Mid State Precious Metals - Ron Prescott - https://www.midstatepreciousmetals.com
The ONLY place to get your gold and silver! Support Ron and Mid State they are supporting trapshooting! 

Big Red Motorsports - https://www.bigredmotorsports.com/
We are family-owned and operated and conveniently located in O’Neill, Nebraska. Big Red Motorsports can provide you with the latest and best power sports products to make your outdoor working and living easier and more enjoyable.

RGS Gun Cleaner - https://rgsguncleaner.com/
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On this episode of Trap Talk, we’re joined by Aaron Willoughby, the General Manager of Elite Shotguns and lifelong trapshooter.

Aaron shares how it all started— from shooting in local Calcutta and Protector events in Clay City, Kentucky… to his dad handing him a BT-99!

Aaron’s roots in trapshooting and the family story behind it. Working the local club—loading machines, scoring, and learning the game from the ground up

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- Makers of the world famous Nitro 27 & STS shotgun shells! 

White Flyer - https://whiteflyer.com/
The best trap targets in the industry! Whether it is trap, skeet, sporting or international targets, we ensure every target manufactured meets the highest standards.  You throw them we smoke them!

Outlaw Engineering - https://www.outlaw-engineering.com/
- Western USA Engineering, surveying, development and MORE!

Shot Tracker - https://takeaimtech.com/
- Get a coach on your barrel with this amazing tech! 

SOS Clays - https://www.sosclays.com/
- Email Greg at [email protected] for the best shoot software out there!

Gun and Trophy - https://www.gunandtrophy.com
Insure your guns and trophies with Gun and Trophy! Great prices and Great people to work with! 

Mid State Precious Metals - Ron Prescott - https://www.midstatepreciousmetals.com
The ONLY place to get your gold and silver! Support Ron and Mid State they are supporting trapshooting! 

Big Red Motorsports - https://www.bigredmotorsports.com/
We are family-owned and operated and conveniently located in O’Neill, Nebraska. Big Red Motorsports can provide you with the latest and best power sports products to make your outdoor working and living easier and more enjoyable.

RGS Gun Cleaner - https://rgsguncleaner.com/
Absolutely the best gun cleaner on the market! Developed by a shotgun shooter to effectively clean shotguns. It is, without a doubt, the Best, Fastest, and Easiest Gun Cleaner available!

Bullseye Nootropic for Shooter Focus! (Use code TRAP TALK)
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In this episode of Trap Talk recorded at the Ohio State Shoot, we kick things off with a great recap of the 149th Illinois State Shoot — the competition, the champions, and the energy on the line!

Plus a special chat with Matt from Trapshooting USA who stopped by while covering the Ohio State Shoot! 

📍 Episode Highlights:

Illinois State Shoot Recap
Ohio State Shoot updates from the grounds
Mini-interview with Matt from Trapshooting USA
Behind-the-scenes vibes from the Trap Talk team

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Remington Ammunition - https://www.remington.com/shotshell/
- Makers of the world famous Nitro 27 & STS shotgun shells! 

White Flyer - https://whiteflyer.com/
The best trap targets in the industry! Whether it is trap, skeet, sporting or international targets, we ensure every target manufactured meets the highest standards.  You throw them we smoke them!

Outlaw Engineering - https://www.outlaw-engineering.com/
- Western USA Engineering, surveying, development and MORE!

Shot Tracker - https://takeaimtech.com/
- Get a coach on your barrel with this amazing tech! 

SOS Clays - https://www.sosclays.com/
- Email Greg at [email protected] for the best shoot software out there!

Gun and Trophy - https://www.gunandtrophy.com
Insure your guns and trophies with Gun and Trophy! Great prices and Great people to work with! 

Mid State Precious Metals - Ron Prescott - https://www.midstatepreciousmetals.com
The ONLY place to get your gold and silver! Support Ron and Mid State they are supporting trapshooting! 

Big Red Motorsports - https://www.bigredmotorsports.com/
We are family-owned and operated and conveniently located in O’Neill, Nebraska. Big Red Motorsports can provide you with the latest and best power sports products to make your outdoor working and living easier and more enjoyable.

RGS Gun Cleaner - https://rgsguncleaner.com/
Absolutely the best gun cleaner on the market! Developed by a shotgun shooter to effectively clean shotguns. It is, without a doubt, the Best, Fastest, and Easiest Gun Cleaner available!

Bullseye Nootropic for Shooter Focus! (Use code TRAP TALK)
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Bullseye is a cutting-edge nootropic supplement crafted to enhance mental clarity, focus, and cognitive endurance. Designed for athletes and professionals who thrive in high-pressure environments! 

TrapShooting USA Magazine - The Official Magazine for Trap Talk
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Fresh off his High Overall victory at the 2025 US Open, rising star Ian Lawrence sits down with Ricky & Zach to unpack a week he’ll never forget—and that the trap world won’t stop talking about!

Inside the Episode

• 📊 HOA Breakdown: how Ian stacked doubles, singles, and handicap wins for the overall crown
• 🧠 Mindset Under Pressure: his mental routine between posts and during marathon shoot-offs
• 🛠️ Gear & Loads: exact gun setup, chokes, and shell combo that carried him to the top
• 🏋️‍♂️ Training Blocks: volume vs. precision, dry-fire drills, and the practice schedule he swears by
• 🌟 Next Targets: Grand American goals, All-American points chase, and plans for 2026
• 😂 Rapid-Fire Fun: biggest blooper, good-luck ritual, and favorite post-win meal

👉 Drop your congrats or questions for Ian in the comments—he’s promised to reply!
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Grab your favorite shooting stool and settle in! 🎙️ In this episode of Trap Talk, Ricky Marshall Jr. and Zach Nannini crack open the newest issue of Trapshooting USA and let the memories fly:

🔍 Page-by-page highlights you don’t want to miss

🏆 Legendary shoots and wild road-trip stories the magazine brought rushing back

💡 Practical tips inspired by the articles—straight from two seasoned pros

🤔 How today’s targets compare with “back-in-the-day” clay wars

😄 Plenty of laughter, friendly jabs, and insider nuggets you’ll only hear here

👉 Sound off in the comments: What was YOUR favorite article or photo spread from the latest issue?
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Ricky and Zach are back with a full recap of the 2025 US Open and the Western Grand! 

Whether you were there or just want to catch up on what you missed, this episode brings you all the highlights and hot takes straight from the line.

#TrapShooting #TrapTalkPodcast #USOpen #WesternGrand #ShootingSports #TrapshootingRecap #ata 

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- Winners shoot Wenig custom stocks! 

Remington Ammunition - https://www.remington.com/shotshell/
- Makers of the world famous Nitro 27 & STS shotgun shells! 

White Flyer - https://whiteflyer.com/
The best trap targets in the industry! Whether it is trap, skeet, sporting or international targets, we ensure every target manufactured meets the highest standards.  You throw them we smoke them!

Outlaw Engineering - https://www.outlaw-engineering.com/
- Western USA Engineering, surveying, development and MORE!

Shot Tracker - https://takeaimtech.com/
- Get a coach on your barrel with this amazing tech! 

SOS Clays - https://www.sosclays.com/
- Email Greg at [email protected] for the best shoot software out there!

Gun and Trophy - https://www.gunandtrophy.com
Insure your guns and trophies with Gun and Trophy! Great prices and Great people to work with! 

Mid State Precious Metals - Ron Prescott - https://www.midstatepreciousmetals.com
The ONLY place to get your gold and silver! Support Ron and Mid State they are supporting trapshooting! 

Big Red Motorsports - https://www.bigredmotorsports.com/
We are family-owned and operated and conveniently located in O’Neill, Nebraska. Big Red Motorsports can provide you with the latest and best power sports products to make your outdoor working and living easier and more enjoyable.

RGS Gun Cleaner - https://rgsguncleaner.com/
Absolutely the best gun cleaner on the market! Developed by a shotgun shooter to effectively clean shotguns. It is, without a doubt, the Best, Fastest, and Easiest Gun Cleaner available!

Bullseye Nootropic for Shooter Focus! (Use code TRAP TALK)
https://www.project1nutrition.com/products/bullseye
Bullseye is a cutting-edge nootropic supplement crafted to enhance mental clarity, focus, and cognitive endurance. Designed for athletes and professionals who thrive in high-pressure environments! 

TrapShooting USA Magazine - The Official Magazine for Trap Talk
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TRAPSHOOTING MAGAZINE FOR AMERICAN & INTERNATIONAL TRAPSHOOTING DISCIPLINES
A publication that is edited and produced by shooters for shooters!

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Joe Charnigo is back on Trap Talk to give us the inside scoop on the 2nd Annual Back Fence Shootout, happening Friday, June 20th at the Ohio State Shoot! 🏆💥

Last year’s shoot was a massive hit with 263 shooters, a $7,800 cash prize, and a Beretta shotgun giveaway — and this year promises to be even bigger! Joe breaks down what to expect, how to sign up, and why this is one of the most fun events in all of trapshooting.

Don’t miss this episode as Zach and Ricky catch up with Joe and get fired up for another epic showdown from the back fence! 🎯🔥

📍 Event Info: 2nd Annual Backfence Shootout
📅 Date: Friday, June 20, 2025
📍 Location: Ohio State Trapshoot @ Cardinal Center

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Trap Talk welcomes Freddy Harteis a seasoned outdoorsman, television personality, and conservationist, best known for hosting the reality TV series The Hollywood Hunter. Born on May 12, 1976, in Colorado, he grew up on his family's ranch, which laid the foundation for his lifelong passion for hunting and wildlife conservation.

🎥 Career Highlights
The Hollywood Hunter: This reality series, which aired on the Sportsman Channel, showcased Harteis's adventures as a professional hunter and his efforts to bridge the gap between urban lifestyles and outdoor traditions. 
Legit.ng - Nigeria news.

The Maverick: In 2019, Harteis produced and hosted this series, further cementing his reputation in outdoor television. 
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Wenig Custom Gun Stocks - https://wenig.com/
- Winners shoot Wenig custom stocks! 

Remington Ammunition - https://www.remington.com/shotshell/
- Makers of the world famous Nitro 27 & STS shotgun shells! 

White Flyer - https://whiteflyer.com/
The best trap targets in the industry! Whether it is trap, skeet, sporting or international targets, we ensure every target manufactured meets the highest standards.  You throw them we smoke them!

Outlaw Engineering - https://www.outlaw-engineering.com/
- Western USA Engineering, surveying, development and MORE!

Shot Tracker - https://takeaimtech.com/
- Get a coach on your barrel with this amazing tech! 

SOS Clays - https://www.sosclays.com/
- Email Greg at [email protected] for the best shoot software out there!

Gun and Trophy - https://www.gunandtrophy.com
Insure your guns and trophies with Gun and Trophy! Great prices and Great people to work with! 

Mid State Precious Metals - Ron Prescott - https://www.midstatepreciousmetals.com
The ONLY place to get your gold and silver! Support Ron and Mid State they are supporting trapshooting! 

Big Red Motorsports - https://www.bigredmotorsports.com/
We are family-owned and operated and conveniently located in O’Neill, Nebraska. Big Red Motorsports can provide you with the latest and best power sports products to make your outdoor working and living easier and more enjoyable.

RGS Gun Cleaner - https://rgsguncleaner.com/
Absolutely the best gun cleaner on the market! Developed by a shotgun shooter to effectively clean shotguns. It is, without a doubt, the Best, Fastest, and Easiest Gun Cleaner available!

Bullseye Nootropic for Shooter Focus! (Use code TRAP TALK)
https://www.project1nutrition.com/products/bullseye
Bullseye is a cutting-edge nootropic supplement crafted to enhance mental clarity, focus, and cognitive endurance. Designed for athletes and professionals who thrive in high-pressure environments! 

TrapShooting USA Magazine - The Official Magazine for Trap Talk
https://www.trapshootingusa.com/
TRAPSHOOTING MAGAZINE FOR AMERICAN & INTERNATIONAL TRAPSHOOTING DISCIPLINES
A publication that is edited and produced by shooters for shooters!

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