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🎯 Tru2Shooters Podcast | Episode 8: Breaking Clays & Building Legacy with Amber Brown

In this episode of the Tru2Shooters Podcast, we’re sitting down with Amber Brown, competitive sporting clays athlete, coach, and member of the Michigan Sporting Clays Association board. From youth SCTP days to shooting alongside her dad as “Team Brown,” Amber’s journey is all about grit, growth, and giving back. 💪🔥

Hosts Tyler Wildman and Michael Fitzner talk with Amber about her personal path in the clay target world, how her dad helped launch her career (and still competes by her side), and how she’s working to bridge the gap between SCTP and NSCA events for the next generation. She also opens up about the nerves, mental battles, and breakthrough moments on the super squad at Nationals — and why coaching other women and youth shooters has become a true calling.

If you're a competitive shooter, a parent in the game, or someone passionate about the future of sporting clays, this episode hits everything from gear talk to grassroots impact.

💥 What to Expect:

✔️ Amber’s journey from SCTP to Team USA contender
✔️ The power of shooting side-by-side with her dad
✔️ Why she joined the MSCI board and what’s next for youth outreach
✔️ Mental toughness under pressure (and lessons from the Super Squad)
✔️ Her growing coaching business and the aha moments that keep her going

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#Tru2ShootersPodcast #SportingClays #SCTP #NSCA #WomenWhoShoot #TeamBrown #ClayTarget #YouthShootingSports #MentalGame #CoachLife

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🔥 Tru2Shooters Podcast | Episode 7: Straight from the Chief with Fred Tschantz, NSSA Chief Instructor & 2013 .410 Bore World Champion

In this episode of the Tru2Shooters Podcast, we’re talking with Fred Tschantz — 2013 .410 bore World Champion, Hall of Famer, and the current NSSA Chief Instructor. 🏆🎯📘

Hosts Tyler Wildman and Michael Fitzner dive into Fred’s legendary shooting journey, from learning skeet on a military base to becoming one of the top instructors and most influential voices in the National Skeet Shooting Association.

Fred shares powerful stories from his decades of experience — including his life-saving connection with a student, the importance of mentorship, and how persistence and family support helped build his championship career. He also breaks down the differences between Level 1 and Level 2 certifications, the real value of certified coaching, and how the NSSA is evolving to include youth, SCTP, 4-H, and new shooters across all levels.

If you’re a youth shooter, parent, coach, or just passionate about growing the sport, this episode is packed with expert insight and real advice — straight from the Chief himself.

💥 What to Expect:

✔️ Fred’s rise from military skeet shooter to World Champion
✔️ What it really takes to become a top-level clay target coach
✔️ How the NSSA Instructor Program is evolving for youth and parents
✔️ Why certified instruction matters (and how to find the right coach)
✔️ Lessons on consistency, growth, and having fun in the sport

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#Tru2ShootersPodcast #SkeetShooting #NSSA #CertifiedInstructor #YouthShootingSports #ClayTargetNation #ShotgunLife #LevelOneInstructor #CoachTheNextGen #WomenWhoShoot

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In this episode of the Tru2Shooters Podcast, we’re hanging out with one of the most dynamic youth shooters in the game — Kinsey Duzan (@kinseyduzan)! From raising goats to raising the bar in ATA and International Trap, Kinsey brings energy, grit, and a whole lot of personality to the clay target world. 🐐🎯🔥

Hosts Tyler Wildman and Michael Fitzner chat with Kinsey about her journey through ATA, transitioning into International Trap, and what it’s like sharing her experiences as a writer for Junior Shooters Magazine. She opens up about her early success, her favorite shoots (Swamp Donkey, anyone?), the importance of good food and great friends, and how she's chasing big goals like shooting in college and representing Team USA on the world stage.

This episode is packed with laughs, lessons, and real stories from a young athlete who's doing it all — breaking clays, breaking barriers, and building a future in the sport.

💥 What to Expect:

✔️ Kinsey’s journey from ATA to International Trap
✔️ Her writing experience with Junior Shooters Magazine
✔️ Favorite memories, competitions & range fails
✔️ Insight into the youth shooting lifestyle (plus a few goat stories!)
✔️ Tips for balancing school, shooting, and social media presence

Hit subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes, and follow @Tru2Shooters on Instagram and Facebook for more content, athlete stories, and tips from the clay target world! 💪

#Tru2ShootersPodcast #YouthTrapshooting #InternationalTrap #JuniorShooters #GoatsAndGuns #NextGenShooters #ClayTargetLife #WomenWhoShoot

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