The Old Dominion Junior Rifle League (ODJRL) is a series of six monthly matches for junior rifle clubs, junior divisions of senior clubs, and high school rifle teams. These clubs typically are sponsored by schools, American Legion Posts, 4H, or individual clubs. Competition is open to any individuals meeting the requirements of NRA or CMP rules as well as league member organizations. The League objectives are to promote junior shooting and to provide a sound competitive program for the junior (generally ages 11-19) that is geared to ability. These matches are designed to encourage wholesome competition at all skill levels.
To accomplish these objectives, the ODJRL has 1) modified National Standard Three-Position and NRA International Rifle rules to better suit an introductory/developmental competitive environment and, 2) devised a classification system so each competitor will be able to compete with those of similar proficiency in each of the following events:
30 shot three position sporter air rifle – this event is the primary event for new shooters. It is generally expected that the teams will have shooters in this match who have never participated in competition. Coaches may want to provide additional oversight or coaching permitted under league rules for such shooters.
- 30 shot three position precision air rifle – There is no prohibition on competing in both Precision and Sporter events in the League. The only restraint is availability of range time. This event serves several purposes in the league. First, it may be fired using sporter equipment in combination with any available precision equipment for additional experience and endurance. Second, it gives shooters who have just acquired precision equipment an opportunity to practice with it while still competing in their primary sporter event. And third, it provides a competitive opportunity for individuals whose primary event is Precision.
- Standing Air Rifle – this event is incorporated to encourage shooter development in the standing position. It also provides experience for shooters going on to compete in college where the standing event is a primary NCAA event. Event times and course of fire have been adjusted to the NCAA/USA Shooting rules adapted for local conditions. Course of fire may be either 40 or 60 shots.
ODJRL matches may be run concurrent with a formal match of CMP, 4H, USA Shooting or the American Legion. Once specific information is available, League officials will coordinate with all league members. In such case, all shooters will compete under program rules specified for the match and exceptions to rules defined below shall not apply. For individuals/teams entering the formal match, the first record target will be used as the league score. Teams and/or individual shooters shall have the option of firing only the league match (3x10). For purposes of league competition, shooters may compete in all events (designated 3x20, League only 3x10, and Standing Air Rifle.
It is expected that a significant number of the competitors each year are inexperienced and are firing their first competitive match. Sponsoring organizations of each team are responsible for basic safety and marksmanship training prior to the match. Coaches are requested to make the Range Officer aware of new shooters.
The ODJRL has 8 classes for individual competition based on current proficiency.
- President: Bill Pleasants
Vice President: Lynn Wheeless
Secretary: James O’Connell
Treasurer: Colleen Godwin
Director of Operations: Vacant
Director of Information: Thomas Vranas
Director of Community Relations: Michelle Osborn
Instructor Emeritus: Jim Crawford
ODJRL matches may be run concurrent with a formal match of CMP, 4H, USA Shooting or the American Legion. Once specific information is available, League officials will coordinate with all league members. In such case, all shooters will compete under program rules specified for the match and exceptions to rules defined below shall not apply. For individuals/teams entering the formal match, the first record target will be used as the league score. Teams and/or individual shooters shall have the option of firing only the league match (3x10). For purposes of league competition, shooters may compete in all events (designated 3x20, League only 3x10, and Standing Air Rifle.
It is expected that a significant number of the competitors each year are inexperienced and are firing their first competitive match. Sponsoring organizations of each team are responsible for basic safety and marksmanship training prior to the match. Coaches are requested to make the Range Officer aware of new shooters.
The ODJRL has 8 classes for individual competition based on current proficiency.
Vice President: Lynn Wheeless
Secretary: James O’Connell
Treasurer: Colleen Godwin
Director of Operations: Vacant
Director of Information: Thomas Vranas
Director of Community Relations: Michelle Osborn
Instructor Emeritus: Jim Crawford
