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Cooke County Sharpshooters Medal at State Competition
4-H youth shooting team from Cooke County earns medals at state-level event.
✍️By ZRIntel Editorial Team📍Cooke County, TX
The Cooke County 4-H Sharpshooters demonstrated skill and discipline at the recent Texas state shooting competition, earning multiple medals across events. The program, which offers opportunities for students from kindergarten through 12th grade, provides structured instruction in firearm safety, marksmanship, and competitive shooting. Participants train year-round, often under the guidance of certified coaches, with an emphasis on safety protocols, sportsmanship, and personal improvement. State competitions test shooters in multiple disciplines, including smallbore rifle, shotgun sports, and archery, with scoring that demands both accuracy and consistency under time pressure. This years medal wins highlight the programs dedication to developing not only competitive shooters but also responsible firearm handlers. The success of these young marksmen reflects the combined efforts of the athletes, their coaches, parents, and the broader 4-H community.