The Millcreek BB Gun Team is proud to support youth ages 8 to 15 through a program focused on gun safety, discipline, and marksmanship, with eligibility ending on their 16th birthday.

Our program combines classroom instruction and competitive shooting in a fun and structured environment. We follow the NRA and Daisy Manufacturing–approved 10-Lesson Curriculum, beginning with a three-week safety course (held once a week) covering gun safety, handling, and the fundamentals of marksmanship. Participants must pass a written test before progressing to live fire on the indoor range.

After completing the safety portion, youth train and compete using the Daisy AVANTI Champion Model 499B BB rifles. Shooters learn four standard positions—standing, sitting, kneeling, and prone—at a distance of 5 meters.

The competition season runs January through April, with continued weekly practices and 5–6 weekend matches. If the team places in the top three at the Pennsylvania State Match, seven shooters advance to post-season training for the Daisy National BB Gun Championship in Rogers, Arkansas, held over Fourth of July weekend.

The season starts the first Thursday of November with classes from 6:00–8:00 PM at the Millcreek Rod & Gun Club. In January, we begin regular Monday and Thursday practices.

All equipment is provided, and club membership is not required to join. Please help us spread the word—the more youth we educate on safe, responsible gun use, the stronger the future of shooting sports will be.

Educational Materials Taught

2025 NRA BB Gun Rulebook

The 2025 NRA BB Gun Rulebook is the official guide published by the National Rifle Association (NRA) to regulate and standardize all aspects of BB gun competitions. This rulebook covers:

🔹 Purpose

Establishes uniform rules and safety standards for all NRA-sanctioned BB gun tournaments. Applies to youth competitors (under age 16) and outlines guidelines for team and individual participation.

🔹 Key Topics Covered

Safety Protocols – Strict rules on firearm handling, eye/ear protection, and storage.

Eligibility – Defines age groups (Sub-Junior, Intermediate Junior) and team eligibility.

Equipment & Ammunition – Detailed specs for permitted BB guns, sights, slings, clothing, and BB types.

Shooting Positions – Explains the four main positions: prone, standing, sitting, and kneeling.

Range Standards – Requirements for firing lines, target heights, safety backstops, and lighting.

Courses of Fire – Describes official match formats, including 3-position and 4-position courses.

Tournament Structure – Rules for officials, scoring, protests, coaching, and disqualifications.

Disabled Shooters – Includes procedures for competitors needing special accommodations.

Disciplinary Measures – Lists infractions and their corresponding penalties, including warnings and disqualification.

Daisy Ten Lesson Curriculum

The Daisy Ten Lesson Curriculum, a nationally recognized program developed by Daisy Outdoor Products and approved by the NRA. This curriculum provides youth with a safe, structured, and progressive introduction to shooting sports.

The program is divided into three key sections:

Gun Safety & Marksmanship (Lessons 1–7)
Youth begin with classroom instruction focused on:
- Basic gun knowledge and safety
- Proper gun handling and shooting positions
- Range rules and safe operation
- Dominant eye, sighting, and aiming techniques
  Students must pass a written safety test before handling BB guns on the range.
5-Meter BB Gun Competition (Lessons 8–10)
After the written test, students advance to hands-on training using the Daisy AVANTI Champion Model 499B—a precision BB gun designed for youth.
Participants learn to shoot from four positions: prone, sitting, kneeling, and standing, all at 5 meters. They also learn:
- Sight adjustment
- Target scoring
- Use of shooting slings
- Competitive rules and etiquette
Coaching & Competition Readiness
Coaches receive guidance on how to teach the four-position shooting events and prepare youth for local, state, and national-level BB gun competitions.

This structured program not only teaches firearm safety but builds discipline, focus, responsibility, and confidence in young shooters.

Program Registration Site

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Official Websites:

NRA Rule Book Daisy Ten Lesson Curriculum

Contact us

Email: MillcreekBBGunTeam@gmail.com