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Tru2Shooters Podcast

Tru2Shooters Podcast

By: Tyler Wildman & Michael Fitzner
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The Tru2Shooters Podcast is dedicated to introducing youth, newcomers and experienced clay target enthusiasts to the exciting world of clay target sports, including skeet shooting, sporting clays, trap shooting and more!

Hosted by a passionate pair of clay crushing friends, Tyler Wildman & Michael Fitzner, the podcast features industry insights, expert interviews, product reviews, and inspiring stories from the shooting community.

With two episodes per month (24 annually), we engage a growing audience of youth shooters, seasoned clay target shooters, parents, and industry professionals.

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Episodes
  • Episode 11 l Clays, Kids and Character: Inside the SCTP
    Jul 16 2025

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    In this episode of the Tru2Shooters Podcast, we go behind the scenes of one of the most impactful youth shooting programs in the country—the Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP)—with National Director Wayne Rasmussen. 💬🔥

    Recorded live at SCTP Nationals at the Cardinal Center, hosts Tyler Wildman and Michael Fitzner sit down with Wayne to talk about the real impact SCTP has on athletes, families, and the future of clay target sports. From mental toughness and mentorship to safety and character development, this episode dives into the heart of what makes SCTP more than just a competition—it’s a movement.

    🎯 What to Expect:
    ✔️ How Wayne went from SCTP parent to national director
    ✔️ What makes SCTP one of the safest and most respected youth sports
    ✔️ The role of mentorship and teamwork in athlete development
    ✔️ Why coaching, volunteering & giving back matter more than ever
    ✔️ How to start or join an SCTP team near you

    Whether you’re a parent, coach, or athlete—this is a must-listen conversation on growing the sport, building strong teams, and why youth clay target shooting is truly a family affair.

    Subscribe now and follow @Tru2Shooters on Instagram and Facebook to stay locked in on all things clay target sports. 🎙️💥

    #Tru2ShootersPodcast #SCTP #YouthShootingSports #ShotgunLife #ClayTargetNation #BreakClays #MentalToughness #StartATeam #WayneRasmussen

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    50 mins
  • Episode 10 l Endowing the Future of Youth Shooting with MidwayUSA Foundation
    Jul 15 2025

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    In this powerful episode of the Tru2Shooters Podcast, hosts Tyler Wildman and Michael Fitzner sit down with Pete Eisentrager, Executive Director and Zach Abbott, Marketing Specialist, both from the MidwayUSA Foundation to talk about building long-term sustainability for youth shooting sports. 💥

    Recorded live at the SCTP Nationals at the Cardinal Center, this episode dives deep into how the MidwayUSA Foundation is creating real, lasting impact through endowment funding, product grants, range development, and unmatched support for youth teams across the country.

    Whether you're a coach, athlete, parent, or shooting sports supporter, this episode is packed with vital info on how to keep our sport alive and growing—from fundraising strategies to powerful stories of grassroots impact. This is a must-listen for anyone who believes in the future of youth shooting.

    🎯 What to Expect:
    ✔️ How endowments help youth teams thrive
    ✔️ Why the MidwayUSA Foundation model is different
    ✔️ Matching funds, grant programs & range upgrades
    ✔️ The impact of marketing & youth involvement
    ✔️ Simple steps to start or grow your own team’s endowment

    💡 Pro tip: If your team doesn’t already have an endowment…this episode will show you exactly how to get one—and why you shouldn’t wait.

    Subscribe for future episodes, and follow @Tru2Shooters on Instagram and Facebook for bonus content from the range! 🎙️🔥

    #Tru2ShootersPodcast #MidwayUSAFoundation #YouthShooting #SCTP #ClayTargetNation #TeamEndowment #FundYouthShooting #FundingtheFuture #FundingAmericasYouthhShootingTeams

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  • Episode 9 l World Champion Wisdom: From Gravel Pits to Grass Fields with Bruce Christian
    Jul 1 2025

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    In this episode of the Tru2Shooters Podcast, we’re sitting down with World Skeet Champion Bruce Christian to talk about championship shooting, precision target setting, and the transformation of St. Joe Valley Conservation Club into one of the most beautiful clubs in the country—all powered by volunteers. 💪

    Hosts Tyler Wildman and Michael Fitzner dig into Bruce’s journey from trap fields to skeet fame, the mindset behind breaking targets when everything goes wrong, and the life lessons the sport has taught him along the way.

    💥 What to Expect:
    ✔️ The story behind Bruce’s 28-Gauge World Championship
    ✔️ How St. Joe became a world-class club (and why the grass matters!)
    ✔️ Honest advice for new and youth shooters
    ✔️ Tips on target setting, pressure shooting, and staying grounded

    Hit subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes, and follow @Tru2Shooters on Instagram and Facebook for more content from the world of clay target sports! 🔥

    #Tru2ShootersPodcast #SkeetShooting #WorldChampion #StJoeValley #ClayTargetSports #TargetSetting #ShotgunLife #28GaugeLegend #YouthShooting #GrassGoals

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    47 mins
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