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IPSC Presidential Medals represent the highest honor in IPSC competition, awarded to competitors who demonstrate exceptional skill and achievement at the sport's most prestigious events. Division Winner Medals Presidential Medals are awarded to winners in the following divisions: Division Medal Requirements Presidential Medals for all divisions are awarded only when minimum participation thresholds are achieved: […]

PRE-DEPARTURE CHECKLIST Administrative Tasks ESSENTIAL DOCUMENTATION (Keep originals + 2 copies each) Travel Documents Competition & Firearms Emergency Contacts US Embassy South Africa U.S. Embassy Pretoria 877 Pretorius Street, Arcadia Pretoria 0083 South Africa Telephone: +(27)(12) 431-4000 / 012-431-4000 Fax: +(27)(12) 431-5504 / 012-431-5504 Important: The U.S. Embassy in Pretoria does not provide consular services […]

Deadline The DEADLINE is this Sunday, June 22nd. We cannot accept ANY late orders.Production is 5-6 weeks, which means they need to get started immediately to make sure everyone gets theirs a few weeks before the match. Lori and Mig will be coordinating this. Remember, we compete as the USA Delegation. You are required to wear […]

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Purpose: This document outlines the differences between IPSC and USPSA Handgun Rules. As always, refer to the actual wording in each set of rules for authoritative information. Methodology: Comparisons will be made chapter-by-chapter and select appendices noting pertinent differences. Minor differences in punctuation or wording will be disregarded if there is little to no difference […]

Meeting Overview On April 22, 2025, the World Shoot XX Delegation held its meeting to discuss preparations for the upcoming competition. The 90-minute session covered several critical topics that will impact competitors and support staff. Topics Covered Recording

2025 Handgun World Championships September 11-28, 2025Matlosana, (Klerksdorp) South Africa We have received 211 applications for the Handgun World Shoot XX. Here is a brief update on where we are with the Division Team, Category Teams, and individual slot allocation. In December 2024 IPSC allocated 41 slots to the US Region. These slots cover our […]

ACTION AIR WORLD SHOOTWe have just received 35 slots to the IPSC Action Air World Shoot (July 28 – August 3, 2025)If you are interested in this match, please email [email protected] by January 31, 2025.

By Leighton OosthuisenMember of the 2014, 2017, 2022, 2024 World Shoot teams With the selection of the teams that will be representing the US Region at the Handgun World Shoot happening right now, it may be of interest to members considering attending to know what they are getting into. The 2025 Handgun World Shoot will […]