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FAIRFAX, VA - The 2010 National Rifle and Pistol Championships kicks off July 12 at Camp Perry in Port Clinton, Ohio. Conducted by the National Rifle Association (NRA) and the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) with assistance from the Ohio National Guard, these matches have long been considered the “World Series of the Shooting Sports.” A tradition at Camp Perry since 1907, the event is divided into five separate phases: Pistol, Smallbore 3-Position, Smallbore Prone, High Power, and Long Range.

“For more than 100 years, thousands of contenders have journeyed to Camp Perry with family and friends to compete amongst the best shooters in the world,” said NRA President Ron Schmeits. “It’s a true expression of freedom, sportsmanship, and exercising of our second amendment rights.”

The National Matches begin each year in early July with the National Pistol Championships and conclude in August with the Long Range High Power Championship. Competitors represent a vast array of experience including novice shooters, Olympic medalists, law enforcement officers, military personnel, and international competitors.

MidwayUSA is the Title Sponsor for the 2010 National Championships, joined by Universal Coin & Bullion for the Pistol Championships, Springfield Armory for the NRA/Springfield M1A match, and Pierce Bullet Seal Target Systems for the High Power Championships. The support of new and returning sponsors shows a continued dedication to the competitive shooting sports and will allow for an enhanced awards schedule.    

The schedule for the 2010 National Championships is as follows: