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Belton Practical Shooting
at Belton Gun Club
A new take on practical shooting sports!
A new take on practical shooting sports!
Speed!
Speed!
Speed is a critical component of practical shooting. Being able to neutralize targets and navigate the course faster than others is a useful skill!
Accuracy!
Accuracy!
Speed will only get you so far; you have to be able to hit your targets, too! On paper targets, better hits get more points, steel just needs a solid hit for full points, and misses or hits on no-shoot targets earn you penalties!
Fun!
Fun!
Friendly, safe competition and a fun atmosphere are the primary goals of BPS. We want everyone who competes at BPS matches to improve their skills through competition and enjoy the camaraderie of being involved in the shooting sports!
The goals of these events are to:
The goals of these events are to:
-Foster safe, fun competition with firearms in a practical setting
-Foster safe, fun competition with firearms in a practical setting
-To improve competitors' skills in practical shooting through friendly competition amongst peers
-To improve competitors' skills in practical shooting through friendly competition amongst peers
-To exercise our fundamental rights in the American tradition and foster the growth and prosperity of this tradition
-To exercise our fundamental rights in the American tradition and foster the growth and prosperity of this tradition
Firearms and shooting have been essential parts of the American experience since before the Constitution was ever written or the United States were even founded.
We aim to keep these traditions alive in our community through training and competition with firearms in practical settings.
For us, it's not just about the sport, it's about preserving our heritage as Americans and passing that on to others so it may endure.
We aim to keep these traditions alive in our community through training and competition with firearms in practical settings.
For us, it's not just about the sport, it's about preserving our heritage as Americans and passing that on to others so it may endure.
The Courses
The Courses
BPS courses are largely freestyle. We present a shooting challenge with your starting position, the number and type of targets to shoot, and the course you must navigate, but it's up to you to decide how to complete it!
A typical BPS match consists of 3-4 courses (called stages) with a total round count not exceeding 120 rounds for the whole match.
BPS matches use both paper targets and steel targets, and the steel can be either knockdown steel or static plates.
BPS matches use both paper targets and steel targets, and the steel can be either knockdown steel or static plates.
Challenge
Challenge
BPS brings challenging courses for our competitors to complete. Your ability to hit targets of variable difficulty as fast as you can will be tested and measured against other competitors. Challenges will never be overbearing or unachievable for the average competitor; we want this match to be fun, not punishing.
Movement
Movement
This isn't a bullseye match; you'll be moving about the course, and if you want to place well then you'll need to do it quickly! While unreasonable physical tasks will never be a part of BPS matches, some degree of athleticism has been and always will be a part of practical shooting competition.
The Divisions
The Divisions
Competitors will select a division to compete in according to their firearm and equipment.
Competitors will select a division to compete in according to their firearm and equipment.
Divisions exist so that competitors compete against those using similar equipment, for a fairer comparison of skills.
Divisions exist so that competitors compete against those using similar equipment, for a fairer comparison of skills.
There are 7 divisions at BPS matches.
There are 7 divisions at BPS matches.
Centerfire Handgun Divisions (9mm or larger caliber, requiring a holster)
Centerfire Handgun Divisions (9mm or larger caliber, requiring a holster)
Open: Effectively no restrictions on modifications or equipment. This is the racegun division, the F1 of practical shooting; almost anything goes in Open.
Open: Effectively no restrictions on modifications or equipment. This is the racegun division, the F1 of practical shooting; almost anything goes in Open.
Limited: For handguns that are not quite as modified as Open guns. Iron sights only, no compensators, magazine length is limited to 140mm.
Limited: For handguns that are not quite as modified as Open guns. Iron sights only, no compensators, magazine length is limited to 140mm.
Tactical: This division is the place for all those handguns that are so popular in the competition and tactical subcultures of shooting. Slide-mounted optics are required for this division. No compensators, no frame weights, no slide rackers, 140mm mag length limit. A holster suitable for everyday use is required, no race rigs here. This division is intended for guns that have been somewhat modified, but are still practical guns at heart.
Tactical: This division is the place for all those handguns that are so popular in the competition and tactical subcultures of shooting. Slide-mounted optics are required for this division. No compensators, no frame weights, no slide rackers, 140mm mag length limit. A holster suitable for everyday use is required, no race rigs here. This division is intended for guns that have been somewhat modified, but are still practical guns at heart.
Stock: This division is for off-the-shelf guns that a new gun owner might pick up from their local dealer. Striker-fired, DA/SA, and DAO guns only. Very few external modifications are allowed. Weight of the gun is limited to no more than 45oz, and the size of the gun is limited as well. Capacity is limited to 15 rounds. This division intends to create a more level playing field for someone who may have just gotten their first GLOCK and hasn't gotten around to modifying it yet.
Stock: This division is for off-the-shelf guns that a new gun owner might pick up from their local dealer. Striker-fired, DA/SA, and DAO guns only. Very few external modifications are allowed. Weight of the gun is limited to no more than 45oz, and the size of the gun is limited as well. Capacity is limited to 15 rounds. This division intends to create a more level playing field for someone who may have just gotten their first GLOCK and hasn't gotten around to modifying it yet.
Specialty Divisions (no holster required)
Specialty Divisions (no holster required)
Pistol Caliber Carbine (PCC): For rifles in pistol calibers of at least 9mm caliber, there are no other restrictions to this division.
Pistol Caliber Carbine (PCC): For rifles in pistol calibers of at least 9mm caliber, there are no other restrictions to this division.
Rimfire Rifle: For rifles in .22 Long Rifle caliber ONLY, there are no restrictions to this division other than suppressors/silencers being prohibited.
Rimfire Rifle: For rifles in .22 Long Rifle caliber ONLY, there are no restrictions to this division other than suppressors/silencers being prohibited.
Rimfire Pistol: For handguns in .22 Long Rifle caliber ONLY, there are no restrictions to this division other than suppressors/silencers being prohibited.
Rimfire Pistol: For handguns in .22 Long Rifle caliber ONLY, there are no restrictions to this division other than suppressors/silencers being prohibited.
These are only summaries of the division requirements, check the rulebook for the official requirements so you know what division your gun and gear are legal to compete in!
These are only summaries of the division requirements, check the rulebook for the official requirements so you know what division your gun and gear are legal to compete in!
How To Register
How To Register
Registration for BPS events is performed online through Practiscore.com, the premier shooting sports registration and scoring website.
Get a free account and search "Belton Practical Shooting" in the Matches section to find our matches and register to compete!
A limited number of walk-ons may be allowed during the registration period before the match.
Match fees that are not paid online through Practiscore (if available) should be paid in cash during the registration period immediately before the match.
We look forward to seeing you at a BPS match soon!
We look forward to seeing you at a BPS match soon!
Contact Us:
Match Director- Ryan Flowers
Email: raflowers@charter.net
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