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2017 PSCA RULES AND REGULATIONS
January 2017
I. GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Purpose of the PSCA
The purpose of the Professional Sporting Clays Association (PSCA) is to
provide a professional tour for top sporting clays athletes. The PSCA Tour is
designed to give qualified top athletes of the sport greater access to competition
with other athletes of similar skill. It will also provide access to media and other
notoriety, which in turn will allow our competitors some of the benefits of other
professional sports. By creating such a tour, it is believed that the benefits will
not be limited to the competing professional athletes, but also to amateur
competitors, club owners, and the entire sporting clays industry by allowing
greater mainstream awareness of the shooting sports.
In an effort to establish fair, objective and practical guidelines for the
professional tour, the PSCA has created an expressed set of governing rules
and regulations. Considering the evolutionary nature of this professional league,
the following rules and regulations are subject to change without notice at the
discretion of the PSCA.
2. Duration of the 2017 PSCA Tour Season
The season begins January 1 and concludes December 31, 2017.
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3. 2017 Tour Categories
The PSCA will introduce two (2) new tour categories for the 2017 season. The 2017 tour categories are:
o Open - A shooter of any age or gender.
o Lady - A female shooter of any age.
o Senior - Any person who is 60 years or older by January 1 of the target year
o Junior - Any person who has not reached their 19th birthday on or before
January 1 of the target year.
Awards will be given for Sub-Junior and Junior based on the below age groups:
Sub-Junior - any person who has not reached their 16th birthday on or before January 1 of the target year.
Junior - any person who has not reached their 18th birthday on or before January 1 of the target year.
Athletes may pay an additional entry fee to compete in multiple categories. See Appendix A for 2017 Tour Stops and pricing. 4. 2017 Tour Cards
The PSCA will provide tour cards to the top qualified sporting clays competitors.
For the 2017 season, the tour cards will be distributed to selected sporting clays
Competitors pursuant to the qualification process described in the 2016 PSCA
Rules and Regulations. Those who accept the invitation will be considered “PSCA
Pros.” The invitation is revocable at the sole discretion of the PSCA.
For the 2017 season, the PSCA will issue at least sixtyfive (65) tour cards for
male sporting clays competitors and ten (10) tour cards for female sporting clays
competitors. Each tour card will be valid for one PSCA season. Further, the PSCA
reserves the right to grant exemption status and/or invitation to any sporting
clays competitor at its sole discretion.
5. Tour Card Retention
Provisional tour cards will be issued to all PSCA Tour champions from the prior
(2) years. Provisional status is used for qualification and seating into the Pro
Challenge. Provisional pros are not eligible for free PSCA clothing. This is the
only automatic tour card retention. The PSCA reserves the right to amend this
provision.
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II. 2017 PSCA TOUR
1. Competitors
PSCA Pro. An individual who has been issued their 2017 PSCA Tour Card
following their acceptance and execution of the 2017 PSCA Athlete Agreement,
whereby agreeing to abide with all PSCA rules, regulations, policies and
agreements.
Challenger. An individual not holding a 2017 PSCA Tour Card who has timely
registered for a PSCA Tour Event for an opportunity to compete against PSCA
Pros. For the 2017 season, Challengers will be eligible for both trophies and prize
money. Challengers must comply with PSCA rules, regulations and policies.
2. PSCA Personnel
Shoot Director. An individual appointed by the PSCA to promote and
coordinate the PSCA Tour event.
Shoot Official. An individual(s) appointed by the PSCA and responsible for
course layout, target selection and appointment of Referees. The Shoot Official
shall be responsible for both layout and testing of the course for safety. The Shoot
Official is responsible for ensuring that Competitors are not allowed to shoot the
course prior to the competition. Any Competitor who shoots the course prior to
the start of the PSCA Tour event is ineligible to compete in the tour event.
Chief Referee. An individual appointed by the PSCA or club hosting the PSCA
Tour event to supervise all other Referees at the PSCA Tour event. Chief Referee
shall be present throughout the competitive shooting portion.
Referee. An individual appointed by the PSCA or club that is hosting the PSCA
Tour event, who has integrity, knowledge and competency to enforce these rules
and regulations and score targets.
3. Events
2017 PSCA Tour Events. Those events hosted by selected sporting clays
clubs for the PSCA and their PSCA Pros and Challengers. See Appendix A or
www.psca.com for 2017 PSCA Tour event dates and locations.
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PSCA Open Qualification Round. A sporting clays event featuring 120
PSCArated targets which will qualify Competitors for the PSCA ProChallenge.
PSCA Junior Qualification Round. A sporting clays event featuring 100
PSCArated targets which will qualify Competitors for the PSCA Junior
ProChallenge.
PSCA Last Chance Qualifier. A bracketed, single elimination shootoff event
to determine the open category four (4) “wild card” positions to complete the top
sixteen (16) for the PSCA Open ProChallenge. If time does not allow, the PSCA
reserves the right to cancel the PSCA Last Chance Qualifier. If canceled, the top
twelve (12) PSCA Pros and the next four highest shooters (PSCA Pros or
Challengers) from the Qualification Round scores will make up the Pro Challenge
Bracket. There will be shootoffs for the 16th position if needed.
PSCA Open ProChallenge. A 16slot bracketed, single elimination shootoff
event to determine the ultimate tour event champion. This is an open event to
both male and female shooters, and all age categories that have paid the open
entry fee plus concurrent entry fee.
PSCA Ladies ProChallenge. An 8slot bracketed, single elimination
shootoff event to determine the ultimate Ladies tour event champion.
PSCA Senior ProChallenge. An 8slot bracketed, single elimination
shootoff event to determine the ultimate Senior tour event champion.
PSCA Junior ProChallenge. An 8slot bracketed, single elimination
shootoff event to determine the ultimate Junior tour event champion. PSCA can,
at their discretion, change the timing of the speed round in Junior events.
PSCA “Champion of Champions” Event (Optional). The final event
hosted by the PSCA at the end of the tour season. Although changes to the format
may be made at the sole discretion of the PSCA, the present plan is to celebrate
the season with an exhibition match consisting of the top Open, Lady, Junior, and
Senior point earners of the 2017 PSCA Tour to compete using the PSCA Pro
Challenge Finals format. Prize money will not be awarded.
4. “Course of Fire” for PSCA Events
PSCA Qualification Round. PSCA Pros and registered Challengers will
compete as follows:
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1. One (1) 120target course for Open and One (1) 100-target course for Junior.
2. Fifteen (15) stations, plus one optional “tiebreaker” station.
3. On the 120-target Open course, two (2) of the fifteen (15) stations will be
“separator” stations with a $500.00 payout to the highest score. A
“separator” station is one in which the target will be set at a higher
difficulty. All ties will split award money.
4. Also on the 120-target Open course, there will be a sixteenth (16th)
“tiebreaker” or an eliminator station that will be used to settle tie scores
and may also be used in the event a station has to be thrown out. It may be
used as a tie breaker and/or be part of the 120 bird qualifier if a station is
thrown out. There will be a $500.00 payout to the highest score. All ties
will split money.
5. Start times will coincide with the NSCA host event.
6. Only PSCA Pros will be squadded randomly. Challengers will be pre-
squadded with up to four (4) person A and B squads.
7. The first competitor on each station is allowed two (2) view pairs only.
8. NSCA Rules apply. The 3-foot coaching rule will be enforced.
9. At the conclusion of the PSCA Qualification Round, the top twelve (12)
Open PSCA Pros and four (4) Ladies seated PSCA Pros automatically
advance to the final bracketed PSCA Pro Challenges. The remaining four
(4) Open competitors, four (4) Ladies, eight (8) Junior, and (8) Senior wild
card positions will be determined as follows:
Open Athletes
a. Take out the top twelve (12) Open PSCA Pros from the qualification
round and relist the leader board.
b. The next sixteen (16) open competitors (PSCA Pros and/or
Challengers) on the leader board will shootoff in a possible “last
chance” qualifier to determine the remaining four (4) open
competitor slots in the bracketed finals. The top twelve (12) PSCA
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Pros will be seated based on their Qualification round scores. The
remaining four (4) Wild Card positions will be seated thirteen (13),
fourteen (14), fifteen (15) and sixteen (16) in the bracket.
c. The “Last Chance” qualifier will be shot using the PSCA Pro
Challenge format. PSCA reserves the right to change this shootoff
format for extreme circumstances (i.e. use a traditional shootoff
method or eliminate the shootoff all together and use the next four
(4) open qualifying scores).
d. The remaining four (4) open competitors from the “last chance”
qualifier that did not advance will be shuffled back in order 17th to
20th place based on their 120target qualification round and ranked
accordingly.
e. First round losers of the “Last Chance” will be ranked 21st to 28th
Place.
f. In the event of a 12th or 28th position tie, the eliminator station will
be used to determine all ties. In the event there are still ties, there
will be traditional shootoffs to determine the final bracketed
positions for the PSCA Pro Challenge. PSCA reserves the right to
change this shootoff format for extreme circumstances or eliminate
the shootoff all together and use the next four (4) open competitor
qualifying scores.
Ladies
a. Take out the top four (4) Lady PSCA Pros from the qualification
round and relist the leader board.
b. The next four (4)Lady competitors (PSCA Pros and/or Challengers)
on the leader board are placed in the remaining four (4) spots to
compete in the bracketed PSCA Pro Challenge.
c. In the event of an 8th position tie, the eliminator station will be
used to determine all ties. In the event there are still ties, there will
be traditional shootoff to determine the final bracketed positions
for the PSCA Pro Challenge. PSCA reserves the right to change this
shootoff format for extreme circumstances or eliminate the
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shootoff all together and use the next four (4) Lady competitor
qualifying scores.
Seniors, Juniors
a. The top eight (8) scores will make up the bracket for the
PSCA Senior and Junior class Pro-Challenge.
b. In the event of an 8th position tie, the eliminator station will be
used to determine all ties. In the event there are still ties, there will
be a traditional shootoff to determine the final bracketed positions
for the PSCA Pro Challenge. PSCA reserves the right to change this
shootoff format for extreme circumstances or eliminate the
shootoff all together and use the next four (4) competitor
qualifying scores
PSCA Pro Challenge. The top sixteen (16) Open competitors, eight (8) Lady
competitors, (8) Junior competitors and (8) Senior competitors will compete
(which may or may not occur at night under the lights) as follows:
1. One (1) or two (2) finals field.
2. Each Field will have 10 machines.
• There will be 4 machines labeled #1
• Then one machine each for the numbers 2-7
3. Head to head single elimination.
4. Bracketed positions (i.e. the number one (1) ranked Competitor vs. the
number sixteen (16) ranked Competitor, the number two (2) ranked
Competitor vs. the number fifteen (15) ranked Competitor, etc.).
5. Each Competitor completes a sequence of four (4) rounds as stated below.
6. Referee will attempt to call targets “HIT” immediately after each shot.
Referee will NOT call out lost targets.
7. Referee and/or Announcer will call out scores after each pair and will
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“Ready” each Competitor.
8. Competitors will switch positions after rounds one (1) and three (3) only.
9. The point’s leader after each round is the first Competitor.
10. The winner is determined by points and advances to the next round.
11. Only two shells may be loaded in the gun at one time.
Round 1 Rules:
1. Each Competitor will complete the sequence of report pairs as stated in
the chart below calling for each pair.
2. Each Competitor will be allowed fifteen (15) seconds after the Referee’s
“Ready” to call for each pair.
3. Each Competitor must hit the random number one (1) target in order to
take a shot at the second target.
4. If the Competitor misses the number one (1) target, they can take a
second shot to try to get one (1) point.
5. When each Competitor has completed the round, Competitors will rotate
positions and Referee and/or Announcer will call out the totals.
6. Score equals the target number called.
Timed Round 2 Rules:
1. The points leader starts the round.
2. Each Competitor will shoot a sequence of targets as stated in the chart
below.
3. The Referee will allow each Competitor to position their shells. On the
Referee’s “Ready” the Competitors will be allowed fifteen (15) seconds to
call for their sequence of targets.
4. The targets will be thrown in four (4) second intervals after the
Competitors initial call until the round is complete. PSCA can, at their
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discretion, change the timing of the speed round in Junior Events.
5. There may only be two (2) shells loaded in the gun at one time.
6. Competitor may get more than two shots off at one single target if the
target has not hit the ground yet.
7. Each hit target is worth four (4) points. Timed Round 3 Rules:
1. Competitors do not switch positions but the points leader starts the
round.
2. Each Competitor will shoot a sequence of targets as stated in the chart
below.
3. The Referee will allow each Competitor to position their shells. On the
Referee’s “Ready”, Competitors will be allowed fifteen (15) seconds to
call for their sequence of targets.
4. The targets will be thrown in four (4) second intervals after the
Competitors initial call until the round is complete.
5. There may only be two (2) shells loaded in the gun at one time.
• Competitors may, however, reload and shoot two shots off at one
target until the target hits the ground
6. Each target is worth four (4) points.
Final Round 4 Rules:
1. The point’s leader starts the round.
2. Each Competitor will alternate selecting their pairs until four (4) report
pairs have been shot.
3. Each Competitor will be allowed fifteen (15) seconds to select their pair.
On the Referee’s “Ready” the Competitor will then be allowed an
additional fifteen (15) seconds to CALL for their pair.
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4. Targets two (2), three (3), six (6) and seven (7) may be called. Targets
four (4) and five (5), however, may only be called once.
5. Lower number must be hit first to shoot at the second target.
6. Score equals the target number called and Competitor with the highest
points advances to the next round.
Round 1 Round 2
Machines Points
1 - 2 = 3
1 - 3 = 4
1 - 4 = 5
1 - 5 = 6
1 - 6 = 7
1 - 7 = 8
Total = 33
Machines Points
Random Order
1 = 4
1 = 4
1 = 4
1 = 4
2 = 4
Total = 20
Timed Round 3 Final Round 4
Machines Points
3 = 4
4 = 4
5 = 4
6 = 4
7 = 4
Total = 20
Competitor calls the targets
Four (4) Pair
Target Numbers 2 - 7
Lower Target Number must be hit first
Target Numbers 4 & 5 only called once
Score equals Target numbers called
Additional PSCA Pro Challenge Rules: The PSCA has adopted and will follow the
promulgated rules of the NSCA, in addition to the following:
Targets. Standard, specialty and flash targets will be used for the PSCA Pro
Challenge. When shooting flash targets, it will be scored dead only when a “visible
piece” is broken (according to NSCA rules) i.e. dust does not count. The target
must be launched immediately or with a delay of up to one (1) second. If the delay is
longer it must be called NO BIRD at the discretion of Referee. This does not apply to
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the Timed Rounds in the PSCA Pro Challenge where the targets are thrown in four (4)
second intervals.
Timeouts. Competitors will only be allowed one (1) thirty second timeout
during the PSCA Pro Challenge. Timeouts can only be called when it is Competitor’s
turn to call for a pair of targets. Timeouts are to be used for, but not limited to,
discussing strategy with coach etc. All Competitors (within the squad) can take
advantage of this period of time once called.
Attempting Targets. Competitor may start with a low gun or premounted gun
when calling for the target. In the timed rounds, hip shooting is allowed.
Shotguns. You may not share guns with your match Competitor. You may
borrow another Competitor’s gun that is not shooting at that time.
Distractions. In the event of a distraction before or after the Competitor calls
for the target the referee may call a NO BIRD at his or her discretion. There will be no
makeup targets for natural distractions such as: cell phones, carts passing, radio
chatter etc.
Scoring Procedure. Chief Referee will call out each pair during the match. The
score will be recorded on paper score sheets by both side referees and electronically on
the scoreboard immediately. Competitors and Chief Referee must verify score after
shooting each pair. The master sheet is the official score.
Protest. Any protest must be disputed before shooting the next pair. All disputes
will be determined immediately between the Chief Referee and two side referees.
Timing Violation. In all rounds, if the Competitor does not call for the
sequence or pair of targets within the allotted fifteen (15) seconds, the target(s) will be
launched automatically. In the Bonus Round four (4) only, if the Competitor does not
choose their pair of targets within the allotted fifteen (15) seconds, the pair will default
to two (2) report three (3).
Scoring Pairs. In the event of a NO BIRD on the second target of a report pair,
the first target will be established as either LOST or DEAD. If the first target was
established as DEAD on the first shot, Competitor must still make a legitimate attempt
at the first target. If the first target was established as LOST, Competitor must repeat
the pair with the option of shooting the first target twice, missing the target with the
first shot. This provision does not apply to the PSCA Pro Challenge Timed Rounds,
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whereas in the event of a NO BIRD, the Competitor will be given the choice to either
take the score established or repeat the entire sequence with nothing established.
Malfunctions. Competitor shall be allowed a total of one (1) malfunction per
match attributed to either Competitor’s gun or ammunition. Each match of the PSCA
Pro Challenge are considered separate events. Targets not attempted on the one (1)
allowed malfunction shall be treated as a NO BIRD. Targets not attempted due to the
second or subsequent malfunction shall be scored as LOST. In the event of a
malfunction during the PSCA Pro Challenge Timed rounds the Competitor will be given
the choice to either take the score established or repeat the entire sequence with
nothing established.
Shootoffs. In the event there are still ties after the elimination station, there will
be shootoffs for positions twelve (12) and twentyeight (28) for the Open category and
position eight (8) for the Ladies (8) for Seniors and (8) for Juniors for the PSCA Pro
Challenges. Stations 115 (in that order) will be utilized for determining Competitors
seated position in the bracket until all ties are broken. Otherwise, the PSCA will use an
appropriate shootoff for each event as it deems necessary. As a general guideline, the
PSCA will utilize the following:
a. One (1) pair of targets will be selected.
b. The score will accumulate in increments of eight (8) until a winner(s) has
been determined.
c. If more than two (2) Competitors are shooting off, the lowest score(s) will
drop off and any continuing ties will continue the process until winner is
determined.
5. Prizes, Awards and Recognition
Money. The top thirty-five (35) open athletes, top eight (8) Lady PSCA Pros eight
(8) Senior athletes and/or Challengers will be awarded with payouts within two
(2) weeks of the completion of the tournament. The prize money pool will be
divided based on rank. After PSCA Pro Challenge, in the event of a tie according to
qualification round score, prize money will be split. All other ties will split the
subject prize money.
Junior Scholarship. The top eight (8) Junior athletes will be awarded college scholarships.
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Trophies. Although subject to change for any given event, trophies will be given
for the Open, Ladies, Seniors and Juniors (PSCA Pros and/or Challengers)
champions.
Tour Champion. At the end of the 2017 season, the PSCA will rank all
participating Competitors based on their overall performance and standings in
the Competitor’s respective best three (3) events. At the discretion of the PSCA
the Tour Champions will be awarded based on the highest points earned in each
Tour category or may be awarded based on the Champ of Champions exhibition
match. The decision will be announced prior to event four (4). We are not
requiring a minimum number of events attended.
6. Weather/Mitigating Circumstances
In the event of extreme weather conditions, power failure, trap failure or
unusually early darkness, the PSCA may elect to stop shooting and continue the
event when conditions are appropriate for competition. (i.e., the next morning,
resumption of power, etc.) Regarding the “Last Chance Qualifier” PSCA reserves
the right to cancel it if time does not allow.
7. Absent Competitor
If Competitor is not present on the field when his/her name is checked with the
scorecard, Referee must have Competitor’s name called out loudly three
(3) times within one (1) minute. If Competitor does not appear by the end of that
minute, Referee must declare Competitor “ABSENT” and Competitor will not be
allowed to join the match and present competitor will automatically advance to
the next round.
8. Disqualification
1. A disqualification may only be given by a decision of any Shoot Official at
any moment for extreme circumstances, as they deem appropriate.
2. Disqualification of a PSCA Pro may be given for failure to appear in
proper dress code per the rules.
3. Disqualification of a Competitor or the banning of
a coach/attendant from the course may occur for:
a. Serious breaches of safety and violations of the safety rules;
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b. Handling a gun in a dangerous manner (repeated accidental
discharges may be a cause for consideration);
c. Handling of a loaded gun after a “STOP” command has
been given;
d. Repetition of incidents that have already been the subject of
warnings or deductions;
e. Use of cartridges not in accordance with these rules and regulations
to obtain advantages;
f. Deliberate abuse of any Competitor or PSCA personnel;
g. Deliberate attempt to interfere with another Competitor on or
off the line;
h. Consciously and knowingly giving false information in a
deliberate attempt to conceal the facts in serious cases;
i. Cases where violations are deliberately concealed 9. Protests
Any Competitor has the right to protest. The protest must be made immediately
to the Referee on the following matters:
1. The rules and regulations as stated herein are improperly applied;
2. The current competition program was not followed;
3. Disagreement with a decision or action of any Referee;
4. The Competitor was impeded or disturbed by another Competitor,
Referee, spectator, media or other good cause.
5. Any protest relative to a decision by Referee on a “HIT,” “LOST,” “NO
TARGET,” or “IRREGULAR” target can only be made by Competitor. Any
protest concerning target(s) or scoring must be made during the shooting
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match/field prior to shooting the next pair. Referee’s final decision will
stand and no further protest allowed.
6. Any protest concerning safety, conduct, timing warnings or deductions
can be made by Competitor or their coach/attendant. Protest shall be
made prior to leaving the station/field. Upon a protest concerning safety,
conduct, timing warnings or deductions, Referee must alert Chief Referee
and Shoot Official. Chief Referee and Shoot Official shall convene and
may question other Competitors on the squad and, if deemed
appropriate, spectators who witnessed the event giving rise to the protest.
Shooting may be temporarily stopped if absolutely necessary. Shoot
Official will decide on the validity of the protest. Shoot Officials will
prescribe an appropriate resolution as they determine to be fair and in
the spirit of competition. Shoot Official’s decision will be final and no
further protest allowed.
10. Disqualification and Expulsion
Competitor may be disqualified or expelled from a PSCA event upon
presentation of proper evidence of misconduct or violation of the PSCA rules and
regulations. Shoot Official may disqualify or expel a member when a complaint
has been made and after giving both parties (the party making the complaint and
the party complained of) an opportunity to be heard prior to disqualification or
expulsion. Shoot Official shall upon presentation of appropriate evidence:
1. Disqualify any Competitor for the remainder of the event for willful or
repeated violation of gun safety precautions which endanger the safety of
others.
2. Elect to refuse the entry or cause the withdrawal of any Competitor whose
conduct, in the sole opinion of Shoot Official, is unsportsmanlike or
whose participation is in any way detrimental to the best interests of the
event.
3. Expel or disqualify any Competitor physically assaulting or verbally
abusing a Shoot Official, Referee or any Competitor.
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III. 2017 PSCA QUALIFICATION PROCESS
For the 2017 season, it is the intent of the PSCA to continue building the
professional league of PSCA Athletes by inviting the top sporting clays shooters in
the sport. For the 2017 season, the PSCA will be primarily evaluating the
Competitors participating in the four 2016 PSCA Tour events as each event has
been opened up to all Competitors (with only 75 spots reserved for our current
2017 PSCA Pros).
At the end of the 2017 season, the PSCA will rank all participating Competitors
based on their overall performance and standings in the Competitor’s respective
best three (3) events. We are not requiring a minimum number of events
attended. Relative to the ranking system to qualify for the 2018 PSCA Tour
points will be awarded as follows:
1. A first place finish will receive one hundred (100) points, a second place
finish will receive ninety nine (99) points, etc. and continue to one
hundredth place (and all lower finishes) receiving one (1) point. For ties,
all positions will be awarded the same amount of points.
2. Only 2017 PSCA Pros not participating in tour event(s) will be
automatically assigned zero points for that or those event(s).
In addition, the PSCA continues to reserve their right to evaluate sporting clays
shooters on known abilities and global recognition for possible invitation.
IV. DRESS CODE
At the discretion of the PSCA, all Competitors may be required to go through
dress code and equipment control check prior to start of each PSCA Pro
Challenge event. Further, each PSCA Pro is subject to random checks during any
PSCA Tour event. Any failure to observe these rules may be penalized by a
warning or other sanction from the PSCA. If Competitor fails to rectify his/her
dress or equipment issues, subsequent penalties may extend to expulsion from
the competition.
In the event that a PSCA Pro in the finals does not have their proper PSCA attire
they will have the option to:
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1) Purchase PSCA gear
2) Borrow PSCA gear or
3) Give their spot up in the finals.
Relative to dress code, the following will be enforced for the PSCA Pro Qualifier
for all PSCA Pros:
Item Females Males
Shirts/Tops No halter top, bare midriff,
backless, see-through, cleavage,
collarless, T-shirts, holey, stained,
wrinkled, faded, suggestive images
or slogans.
No T-shirts, sleeveless, collarless,
see-through, wrinkled, faded,
holey, stained, suggestive images or
slogans.
Pants/Capri No jeans, sweats, workout pants, cargo, wrinkled, faded, holey,
worn or torn.
No jeans, sweats, workout pants, cargo, wrinkled, faded, holey, worn
or torn. Must be worn at the waist
with no visible undergarments.
Shorts/Skirts No cargo, faded, torn, worn, holey, stained, wrinkled or gym
shorts. Nothing shorter than 3’’
above the center of the knee.
No cargo, holey, stained, faded, torn, worn, wrinkled or gym shorts.
Nothing shorter than 3’’ above the
center of the knee.
Hats/Visors No sweat stained, faded, holey, suggestive images or slogans.
No sweat stained, faded, holey, suggestive images or slogans.
Shoes No flip flops, sandals, open
toed, open back, holey, worn or
greasy.
No flip flops, sandals, open toed,
open back, holey, worn or greasy.
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Relative to dress code, the following will be enforced for the PSCA Pro Challenge
for all PSCA Pro and Challengers:
Item Females Males
Shirts/Tops No halter top, bare midriff,
backless, see-through, cleavage,
collarless, T-shirts, holey, stained,
wrinkled, faded, camo, suggestive
images or slogans.
No T-shirts, sleeveless, collarless,
see-through, wrinkled, faded,
holey, stained, camo, suggestive
images or slogans.
Pants/Capri No jeans, camo, sweats, workout pants, cargo, wrinkled, faded,
holey, worn or torn.
No jeans, camo, sweats, workout pants, cargo, wrinkled, faded,
holey, worn or torn. Must be worn
at the waist with no visible
undergarments.
Shorts/Skirts No shorts, skirts or skorts. No shorts.
Hats/Visors No sweat stained, faded, holey, camo, suggestive images or
slogans.
No sweat stained, faded, holey, camo, suggestive images or slogans.
Shoes No flip flops, sandals, open toed, open back, holey, worn or
greasy.
No flip flops, sandals, open toed, open back, holey, worn or greasy.
Camo No camo clothing of any kind
may be worn during the Pro
Challenge filming.
No camo clothing of any kind
may be worn during the Pro
Challenge filming.
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Relative to sponsor marking, the following will be enforced for the PSCA Pro Challenge
for PSCA Pros only:
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Relative to Equipment Control, the following will be enforced:
1. The time and location of the Equipment Control will be published before
the event.
2. The PSCA will keep a written record of those who have attended.
3. A one (1) target deduction may be imposed for any PSCA Athlete failing to attend a required Equipment Control.
4. PSCA personnel will be available to assist a Competitor who has had to
make changes to his or her equipment during or before the competition.
5. Failure to make the necessary changes/corrections to comply with the
PSCA Dress Code/Sponsor Markings/Equipment Control will result in disqualification.
6. Competitors must present themselves in person at the Equipment Control check with all equipment they will use, specifically including their shotguns, clothing, headgear, shoes, glasses and ammunition that will be used during the competition.
7. The following will be checked:
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Item Procedure
Shotguns All Shotguns including semiautomatics and pump actions may be used provided the caliber is not larger than 12 gauge.
- Semiautos and Pumps must be plugged for two shots only
- Check for “release” trigger and that it is properly marked
Outer Shooting clothing
- Obeys Dress code
- Sponsor marking position
Headgear - Obeys Dress Code
- Sponsor Marking positions
Shoe Type Obeys dress code – no open back or front
Glasses Mandatory
V. PSCA SAFETY GUIDELINES
It is everyone’s responsibility to engage in safe firearm practices. The PSCA respectfully
expects every responsible Competitor to report any unsafe shooting condition or action
immediately to PSCA representatives. NSCA rules apply to all safety guidelines.
VI. CODE OF CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINARY ACTION
1. Code of Conduct
Each PSCA Pro will be furnished a copy of these PSCA Rules and Regulations,
with the understanding that PSCA Pro will read and understand each rule and
regulation. All PSCA Pros are responsible to know these rules and regulations and
abide by them, for their own benefit and safety as well as that of others.
By holding a PSCA Tour Card and entering PSCA Tour Events, every PSCA Pro
agrees to abide by these rules and regulations and to accept all official decisions of
the PSCA in interpreting and/or applying these rules and regulations.
It shall be a violation of these rules and regulations to:
1. Exhibit unsportsmanlike conduct of any kind, including but not limited to,
falsifying scores, cheating, swearing, verbal or physical abuse of any PSCA
Athlete, Referee, Shoot Official, PSCA member or public spectator.
2. Disobey the order of any Referee or Shoot Official.
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3. Violate any safety rules or engage in any activity that is considered unsafe
by the PSCA.
4. Shoot at any place other than the designated station.
5. Interfere with the shoot management’s procedures in conducting the
shoot.
6. Violate any rule or regulation of a host club or range.
7. Exhibit any conduct that is harmful to the PSCA, its Competitors, or the
sport as a whole.
8. Exhibit behavior that shows discrimination or constitutes harassment
towards age, gender, race, religion, or sexual orientation.
9. Failure to submit a written complaint to shoot management after
witnessing the violation of one of the PSCA’s rules or regulations.
10. Violate any other rule or regulation of the PSCA as set forth in any other
official PSCA’s publication or PSCA Athlete agreements.
2. Integrity of the PSCA
PSCA Pros must help maintain the integrity of the PSCA at all times, any negative
comments about the PSCA or other PSCA Pros, whether on social media or
publicly, will not be tolerated.
3. Disciplinary Action of PSCA Pros
The PSCA may, at any time at its discretion, suspend, expel or otherwise
discipline any PSCA Pro for the violation of any PSCA rule or regulation.
Procedure. The procedure for fine, suspension, expulsion or other disciplinary
action is as follows:
1. Any PSCA Pro Referee, Shoot Official or PSCA representative who
witnesses a violation of any PSCA rule or regulation shall submit to PSCA
Commissioner a written complaint within ten (10) days of the alleged
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violation. The action of being disqualified from a shoot or tour event does
not start disciplinary action. The complaint must be in writing to start
disciplinary action. The written complaint shall include: a) the name of the
alleged violating PSCA Pro; b) the date and location of the alleged
violation; c) a reasonably detailed description of the alleged violation and
a request for action to be taken; d) the name and addresses, if known, of
all witnesses; and e) the name, address, phone number and signature of
the complainant(s).
2. PSCA Commissioner shall then review the complaint and determine if it
meets the requirements set forth above. Any complaint may be
resubmitted so long as it is received within the described requisite ten
(10) day time period noted above. PSCA Commissioner has the discretion
to consider and investigate or dismiss any complaint that does not meet
the foregoing requirements.
3. Within ten (10) days of receipt of a complaint, PSCA Commissioner (or
someone acting pursuant to direction from PSCA Commissioner or PSCA
Board of Directors), shall serve written notice of the complaint and a copy
of the complaint on the alleged violating PSCA Pro by Certified Mail,
return receipt requested. The written notice shall instruct the Pro of his
right to submit a written responsive statement, which must be signed and
should include the names, addresses and phone numbers of any witnesses
not named in the complaint. PSCA Commissioner must receive such
written responsive statements within ten (10) days of the alleged violating
PSCA Pros receipt of the notice and complaint. All statements received
after such date shall not be considered.
4. PSCA Commissioner (or someone acting pursuant to direction from PSCA
Commissioner or PSCA Board of Directors) shall thoroughly investigate the
allegations of the complaint by attempting to obtain written statements
from all known witnesses. All witness statements must be in writing and
signed by the witness.
5. After time for the alleged violating PSCA Pro to respond expires, PSCA
Commissioner shall review the complaint, the statement of the alleged
violator, witness statements and any other relevant evidence. Upon such
review, PSCA Commissioner shall issue a disciplinary ruling. The
disciplinary ruling shall be in writing and include: a) all evidence that was
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considered, including the names of any witnesses who submitted
statements; b) a determination of whether the alleged violation occurred;
and c) the disciplinary action, if any, imposed.
6. Upon issuance of a ruling, the PSCA Commissioner shall serve the ruling
on the violating PSCA Pro by US Certified Mail. The ruling shall become
effective on the date of issuance.
Appeal. The violating PSCA Pro has the right to appeal the PSCA
Commissioner’s ruling by notifying General Counsel of the PSCA, as
follows:
1. Notification of appeal must be in writing and must be postmarked no
later than twenty (20) days from the date the ruling was issued.
2. Upon receipt of the notification of appeal, the PSCA shall hold a
hearing on the matter, which will take place within seven (7) days of
receipt.
3. At the hearing, the violating PSCA Pro has the right to be present, to
testify and present any evidence he/she so chooses. The violating
PSCA Pro does not have the right to crossexamine witnesses.
Further, the violating PSCA Pro does not have the right to make a
record and no transcript of the hearing will be made or allowed.
4. The PSCA shall review the complaint, the written statement of the
violating PSCA P and any other evidence it deems appropriate.
5. The PSCA may allow any and all witnesses to testify by telephone or
in person.
6. At the conclusion of such hearing, the PSCA shall have the authority
to affirm, reverse or modify the disciplinary action imposed
previously by majority vote. By signing the PSCA Athlete Agreement,
PSCA Pro agrees to abide by any decision of the PSCA and further
agrees and recognizes that the PSCA has the right to impose,
interpret and enforce its rules and regulations and that all decisions
by the PSCA following a hearing are FINAL.
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APPENDIX A
2017 PSCA Tour Schedule
Event Date Club
2017 Junior Tour Stop Eligibility - A Sub-Junior is any person who has not reached their 16th birthday on or before January 1 of the target year.
A Junior is any person who has not reached their 19th birthday on or before January 1 of the target year.
Junior Stop # 1 - San Antonio Rodeo Junior Shoot-Out
February 16 - 18, 2017 National Shooting Complex San Antonio, TX
Junior Stop # 2 - Western Regional March 23 - 26, 2017 Coyote Springs Sporting Clays Tucson, AZ
Junior Stop # 3 - Texas State May 31 - June 4, 2017 West Side Sporting Grounds Houston, TX
Junior Stop # 4 - Oklahoma State July 20 - 23, 2017 Side By Side Ranch Wynnewood, OK
2017 Open Tour Stop Eligibility - These events are open to anyone and consist of 3 categories. Open - Male/Female competitors of any age
Lady - Female competitors of any age Senior - competitors who are 60 years or older by January 1 of the target year
PSCA Stop # 1 - Western Regional March 23 - 26, 2017 Coyote Springs Sporting Clays Tucson, AZ
PSCA Stop # 2 - US Open June 5 - 11, 2017 Big Red Oak Plantation Gay, GA
PSCA Stop # 3 - Oklahoma State July 20 - 23, 2017 Side By Side Ranch Wynnewood, OK
PSCA Stop # 4 - Bass Pro Championship Aug 17 - 20, 2017 Big Cedar Lodge Outdoor Academy Branson, MO
2017 Event Pricing
Junior Entry Fee $150.00
Open Entry Fee $250.00
Lady Entry Fee $250.00
Senior Entry Fee $250.00
Competitors can compete in multiple categories to earn additional price money. Competitors must declare category and pay entry fee prior to shooting.
Junior $150 + Lady $100 + Open $100 $350 220 targets / 2 courses
Junior $150 + Open $100 $250 220 targets / 2 courses
Lady $250 + Open $100 $350 120 targets / 1 course
Senior $250 + Open $100 $350 120 targets / 1 course