Skip to content

American Grand Prix - Sporting - United States (August 2018)

Registration closed
Sporting
200 targets
Participants
145 /200
Start
Aug 15, 2018, 19:00
America/Bogota (UTC-5)
End
Aug 18, 2018, 19:00
America/Bogota (UTC-5)
Until competition start
0 days
Location
Hainesville, United States of America
Status
Registration closed

Actions

Results

Winners

TOP 3

About competition

The American Grand Prix in the Sporting (Parcours de Chasse) discipline was a major international clay target shooting tournament held from August 16th to August 19th, 2018. The prestigious four-day competition took place at the premier shooting facilities in Northbrook, Illinois (IL), United States.

Event Overview

  • Tournament: American Grand Prix

  • Discipline: Sporting (Parcours de Chasse)

  • Dates: August 16 – August 19, 2018

  • Host Location: Northbrook, Illinois, USA

Global Affiliations & Match Status

The competition was conducted under the international regulatory framework of FITASC (Fédération Internationale de Tir aux Armes Sportives de Chasse) and hosted in close cooperation with the National Sporting Clays Association (NSCA).

As an official Grand Prix event on the global calendar, competitor scores directly awarded points toward continental standings and influenced the international Gamebore FITASC World Rankings and Beretta FITASC Cups.

Venue Context

The event was held at the Northbrook Sports Club, recognized as one of the largest and most complete clay target facilities in the United States, offering world-class layouts explicitly designed for high-level FITASC Sporting targets.

Shooting Ground
Northbrook Sports Club

Northbrook Sports Club

Hainesville, United States

Northbrook Sports Club is a premier private clay target shooting facility located in Hainesville, Illinois, spanning 735 acres of rolling countryside. Known for throwing over 3 million targets annually, the club combines world-class infrastructure with a natural landscape of engineered earthen berms and wetlands. It is an ideal destination for beginners, families, and elite competitive shooters looking for a high-quality outdoor sporting experience.

Facilities and Disciplines

The club offers a comprehensive ecosystem for shotgun enthusiasts, completely optimized for clay target sports without any pistol or rifle ranges. The cutting-edge facilities include:

  • 4 Sporting Clay Courses and American Field Sporting.

  • 10 Skeet Fields and 2 Trap Fields.

  • 4 FITASC parcours and an Olympic Bunker field.

  • Indoor and outdoor 5-Stand layouts, plus elevated tower shoots.

Training and Instruction

Shooters of all levels can improve their skills with the help of 17 certified NSSA and NSCA instructors. The training formats range from Level I fundamental mechanics to Level III elite psychological and visual diagnostics for professional competitors. Notable instructors include 5-time World Skeet Champion Bob Shuley and dedicated coaches for the Annie Oakley women's groups, ensuring safe and progressive learning for both youth and adults.

Competitions and Social Life

Northbrook acts as a major competitive hub, hosting prestigious global and regional tournaments. Key events include the Northbrook Cup FITASC World Championships, the Great Western Skeet Open, and the IL State Sporting Clays Championship. Beyond the rigorous sports schedule, the club fosters a strong community through corporate events, holiday banquets, car shows, and family-oriented activities.

Amenities and Membership

The club operates on a private membership model and provides exceptional on-site services for its members and their guests. The key amenities and pricing structures include:

  • Smokin' Barrel Restaurant offering full-service dining.

  • A Pro Shop stocked with apparel, ammunition, and gun cleaning supplies.

  • Rental options including two-seater golf carts ($25-$30) and shotguns ($25).

  • Standard membership costs an $800 annual fee plus a $1,600 initiation fee, while youth memberships are $400 annually with no initiation cost.

160 Sports Club Dr, Hainesville, IL 60030, United States

PDF

DM
Category not specified
Jul 20, 2026, 09:46 AM
JB
Category not specified
Jun 25, 2026, 12:45 PM
TL
Category not specified
Jun 25, 2026, 12:45 PM

Source: fitasc.com