Shooting
A shooting lesson in ground game
Shooting ground game can be a tricky business, says coach Mark Russell. Here’s how to hit rabbit-type targets!
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For a lot of shooters rabbits can often be tricky little targets and to hit them consistently you need to practice on a pretty regular basis – so this means a trip to your local clay ground and a few rounds on a sporting layout.
Top practice tips for ground game
- Keep your wits about you at all times – and always keep safety at the very front of your mind.
- This is even more important if you’re shooting over ferrets or dogs, for instance.
- If there’s even a flicker of doubt in your mind, don’t pull the trigger.
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