Ron Carr Memorial
Shooting Sports - Rifle
We are excited to introduce a new discipline as part of the 2026 Winter Games: .22 Rifle Bench Match!
In fond memory of former Grand Rapids Rifle & Pistol Club President Ron Carr (3/22/1956 - 10/25/2021) who left the club far better than he found it. His contribution to the club, junior shooting sports, and the State Games has been immense and will be everlasting. Those that competed with or against him will never forget his ever-present smile, no matter the result. Ron's passion for precision shooting challenged us all to pursue that ever elusive perfect shot, even in the face of adversity.
DATE
February 19, 2026
LOCATION
Grand Rapids Rifle and Pistol Club
1331 Nagel Ave SW
Wyoming, MI 49509
TIME
6:00PM Relay - 12 spots left
7:00PM Relay - 12 spots left
8:00PM Relay - 12 spots left
VENUE INFORMATION
Range:
50-foot heated indoor range with 12 partitioned firing points. Each firing point has a bench which can be folded down, if desired. An air ventilation system continuously brings in fresh air. The range can accommodate air guns, .22LR, and most handgun cartridges. Magnum cartridges, centerfire rifles, and shotguns are prohibited.
Clubhouse:
The spacious clubhouse has tables and chairs throughout, a kitchenette, and two restrooms. Bottled water and soda are available for purchase at a nominal fee (cash only). Additionally, there is free public Wi-Fi access.
Targets:
The club has an Orion Scoring System for quick and accurate scoring.
Safety:
Competitors are expected to review and familiarize themselves with the range safety rules prior to the event: http://grrpc.net/about/range-rules
Eye and hearing protection are required. The use Empty Chamber Indicators (ECI) are required. Competitor are expected to furnish their own safety equipment. A limited number of eye and hearing protection will be available for purchase the day of the event for a nominal fee (cash only).
ENTRY FEES
Advanced Registration
$20 – one event
$30 – both events
Onsite Registration
All entries are requested in advance. If range space is available, entries will be accepted onsite; however, there will be a $5 additional fee.
$25 – one event
$35 – both events
REGISTRATION
Registration closes 2/18/26
Competitors are permitted to enter the event twice, once in unlimited class, once in factory class. Entries are capped at 12 competitors per relay.
EVENTS
Competitors are permitted to enter the event twice, once in unlimited class, once in factory class.
.22 LR (Rimfire) Bench Rest Unlimited Class: There are no weight limits, no dimensional restrictions to barrels, stocks, or limits on scope magnification. Any rest may be used to shoot from the bench, so long as any such rest prevents the barreled action from being affixed to the bench in an immovable manner.
.22 LR (Rimfire) Bench Rest Factory Class: Any magazine or tube fed rifle in production that is readily available with a MSRP of less than $1,250. Competitors may load the ammunition one round at a time, if desired. Modifications to the rifle such as rechambering the barrel, adding weight to stock, adding attachments to the barrel such as a tuner or adding plates to the forearm of the stock are prohibited. One-Piece rests are prohibited. Two-Piece rests are allowed. Bipods are allowed. Any optic is allowable and may be attached to the rifle as originally designed by the manufacturer.
CLASSES
Coed – Junior (Under 21)
Coed – Adult (21 - 59)
Coed – Senior (60 - 74)
Coed - Grand Senior (75+)
Age determination date is 2/18/26
COURSE OF FIRE
Number of Shots: 60
Rifle: Any firearm chambered for the .22 Long Rifle cartridge may be used. Rifles will be categorized as “unlimited” or “factory” class.
Distance: 50 foot
Target: USA/NRA 50. Two targets shall be mounted simultaneously.
Sighting Shots: Unlimited number of sighting shots may be fired any time.
Shooting Time: 20 minutes for each set of targets (20 records shots).
Target Height: Target height may be adjusted at competitor discretion.
Scoring: Decimal scoring will be utilized. Scoring will be conducted by the Orion Scoring System.
Ties: Ties will be broken high score on the last target. If the sixth target is also the same score, the fifth target, etc. will be used to break the tie.
MERCHANDISE
2026 Winter Games Merchandise
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QUESTIONS
For event specific questions, contact Sport Director Cameron Zwart at news@grrpc.net.
For registration help, contact registration@stategamesofmichigan.com.