Tips & Tactics | Vera Koo: The Value of Competitive Shooting

posted on March 5, 2020
** When you buy products through the links on our site, we may earn a commission that supports NRA's mission to protect, preserve and defend the Second Amendment. **

If you've been wanting to get involved in competitive shooting—now is the time! Decorated competitive shooters Vera Koo and Gabby Franco are living proof that no matter your size or experience level, there's a shooting sport waiting for you. So go out and find it!

Participating in shooting competitions is not only exciting, rewarding and fun, Vera shares that it also taught her two important life lessons:

1. As long as you're wiling to work hard for it, you can achieve anything you want.

2. You can overcome any obstacles with pure determination.

Latest

Rao Twin 7Mm Mauser 275 Rigby Photo2 By Rao
Rao Twin 7Mm Mauser 275 Rigby Photo2 By Rao

Identical Twin Cartridges: The Exception to the Rule

Exceptions include cartridges that have identical size dimensions, bullet weights, and powder charges but have different industry recognized names.

Personal Safety and Responsibility Through the Eyes of an LEO Family

The author—spouse to a law enforcement officer—shares valuable tips from his on-the-job observations.

The Armed Citizen® Reload December 5, 2025

It was a violent few months in the Carolinas—both North and South—as mothers successfully defended themselves and their families.

NICS Checks Top 530K for 2025 “Black Friday” Week

The number of checks is down from 2024’s total of 613,380 for the same period, which translates to a 13.6 percent decrease.

Gertrude Claus: Santa’s Better Half 

It is said that behind every successful man is a great woman, and that includes the jolliest of men!

Review: Henry's G2 Mini Bolt Youth .22 LR Rifles

2025 year marks the welcome return of Henry's handy, lightweight single-shot rifle.

Women's Interests



Get the best of NRA Women delivered to your inbox.