Think you have what it takes to set a new Illinois State Record or Illowa Irregulars Club Record? At this year’s Illinois State Championship, you’ll get your chance.
We haven’t made a lot of noise about it this year, but one of the unique features of our State Championship match is the State Record Stage. It is shot as part of the regular match, and it gives every shooter one official opportunity to put their name in the record book.
The stage is shot during the match just like any other stage. There are no extra attempts, no practice runs, and no second chances. You get one chance, and one chance only — when you shoot the stage as part of the match.
That is what makes it fun. That is what makes it fair. And that is what makes it count.
How Fast Do You Need to Be?
Want to know what you’re chasing? Click here to see the current Illinois State and Illowa Irregulars Club Record times.
Some of those records are fast, others are very fast. But every record on that list started the same way — one shooter, one stage, one clean run, and one clock.
Maybe your category record looks untouchable. Maybe it looks reachable. Or, maybe it has your name written all over it. There’s only one way to find out – come to the 2026 Illinois State Championship scheduled from July 15-19, 2026.
How the Records Work
Records are kept for each shooting category, for both men and ladies. A shooter must reside in Illinois to hold the Illinois State Record, but any shooter may hold the Illowa Irregulars Club Record.
Everyone who sets a new record by the end of the match will receive a record pin, and all records will be memorialized on the Illowa Irregulars website.
So whether you are chasing a State Record, a Club Record, or just want to see how you stack up, here is your chance to leave your mark.
The State Record Stage
The State Record Stage is designed to be fast, straightforward, and exciting.
Target distances:
- Pistol targets: 12 feet
- Rifle targets: 27 feet
- Shotgun targets: 18 feet
Stage instructions:
- Stand and deliver.
- Gun order is shooter’s choice, RMNBL.
- Single tap sweep both the rifle and pistol targets twice from the same direction — no, you can’t reverse direction.
- Shotgun targets may be engaged in any order.
- Hands are at SASS default.
Are You Coming to Shoot — or Coming to Win?
The Illinois State Championship already promises a full weekend of great shooting, side matches, Wild Bunch, warm-up stages, camping, evening activities, awards, and plenty of time with friends. Click Here for more information about the match, including how to register.
How many times do you have an opportunity to set a new Record? Maybe you already know you can do it. Maybe you want to find out. Either way, bring your best, but don’t miss this RARE opportunity to set a record!
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