Coyote Match

A Precision Shooting Challenge for Hunting Enthusiasts

The Coyote Match is designed for hunters and precision shooters who want to test their marksmanship skills in a realistic, field-style shooting environment. This two-man team event replicates real-world coyote hunting scenarios, making it a great way to fine-tune your shooting abilities with the gear you’d actually use in the field.

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Match Rules & Equipment

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Teams may use one or two rifles

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Any caliber, any sight, any shooting position (prone or sitting)

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Empty Chamber Indicators (ECI) are strongly encouraged

This event is ideal for coyote hunters who want to refine their real-world shooting techniques with their hunting rifles.

Allowed Equipment

  • Bi-pods, backpacks, slings, ground cloths

Not Allowed Equipment

  • Shooting tables, benches, F-Class bi-pods, lead sleds, or mechanical rests
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Scoring & Technology

The Coyote Match consists of two stages of fire at 200 and 300 yards, using NRA 600-yard reduced targets (SR52 at 200 yards, SR63 at 300 yards).

  • The Shot-Marker system is used for precise digital scoring
  • Shooters can track hits and adjust using a smartphone or tablet connected to Shot-Marker WiFi
  • Rounds must remain supersonic to be scored
  • Example: .17 HMR is NOT supersonic at 300 yards and won’t be scored
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Course of Fire

The Coyote Match consists of two stages of fire at 200 and 300 yards, using NRA 600-yard reduced targets (SR52 at 200 yards, SR63 at 300 yards).

  • Two-man team match fired at 200 and 300 yards
  • Each shooter fires 20 shots total (10 shots per distance)
  • Preparation Period: 3 minutes to set up in position with unloaded firearms
  • Sight-In Period: 5 minutes of unlimited shots on steel targets
  • Scoring Period: 10 minutes to fire; 10 shots each at assigned paper targets
  • Shooting Format: Shooters may pair fire, or one shooter may fire all 10 shots before switching
  • Spotting and coaching between teammates is allowed

After completing the 200-yard and 300-yard stages, shooters will unload, flag rifles, and remove gear from the line.

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Join the Challenge!

Test your precision, challenge your skills, and experience the thrill of long-range shooting

Cost: $10 per competitor / $20 per team

Don’t have a teammate? Come alone, and we’ll match you with a partner!

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