The North American Sporting Championship (officially styled as the 2020 North American FITASC Championship) was a major clay target shooting competition held from January 9th to January 12th, 2020. The tournament took place at the South Florida Shooting Club in Palm City, Florida, USA.

Event Highlights & Affiliations

Based on the official event poster, the tournament featured several prestigious affiliations:

Beretta FITASC Cups: The competition was an official leg of the Beretta FITASC Cup series.
Gamebore FITASC World Rankings: Shooter results from this tournament directly awarded points toward the worldwide Gamebore FITASC ranking table.
Governing Bodies: Sanctioned globally by FITASC and hosted locally in cooperation with the NSCA (National Sporting Clays Association).

1. Tournament Disciplines & Pricing

According to the detailed information flyer, the championship featured multiple shooting events structured across the four days:

Main Event FITASC:
- 200 Targets | $285 + Tax (Thursday – Sunday)
- Includes $20 back to class and a $1,500 High Overall (HOA) payout.
Super Sporting Preliminary:
- 100 Targets | $140 + Tax (Thursday & Friday)
- Includes payouts and trophies up to 4th in class and 3rd in concurrent categories ($700 HOA / $500 Runner Up).
Sub Gauge FITASC:
- 50 Targets | Two Parcours | $65 + Tax (Thursday – Saturday)
- Features HOA, Runner Up, class, and concurrent payouts/trophies.
Compak:
- 50 Targets | $79 + Tax (Thursday – Sunday)
- Features HOA & Runner Up payouts and trophies.

2. Registration Fees & Deposits

Deposit: A $200 deposit was required to secure a spot (became non-refundable after November 25th, 2019).
Club Perks: Saturday night dinner in the Clubhouse was included with each shooter's registration. Awards and appetizers were hosted Sunday evening following the conclusion of shooting.

3. Competitor Entry Guidelines

American Shooters: Must be active members of the NSCA. Entries and deposits were handled online via.
Non-American Shooters: Must be members of their respective national federations. Registration and squadding inquiries were directed via email to Casey Chase at chshoots@gmail.com.

4. Venue & Contact Information

Host Venue: South Florida Shooting Club 500 SW Long Drive, Palm City, FL 34990, USA

Inquiries & Support:

Phone: +1 (772) 597-5852
Fax: +1 (772) 597-5876
Email: kristin@southfloridashootingclub.com
Major Range Sponsors: Promatic and White Flyer Targets.

Shooting Ground

South Florida Shooting Club

Palm City, United States

South Florida Shooting Club is an exclusive, members-only premium shooting facility situated on over 600 acres in Palm City, Florida. Conveniently located just 45 minutes from West Palm Beach, the club is meticulously designed to accommodate everyone from recreational beginners to elite professional athletes. A standout feature of the facility is its unparalleled technological infrastructure, specifically the fully automated ZZ Bird (Helice) ring and stadium lighting on the trap fields that allows for extended night shooting.

The facility offers a massive variety of shooting disciplines, featuring six trap fields, five fully automated sporting clay courses (15 stations each), two skeet fields, a 5-stand area, and two full FITASC parcours. To compensate for Florida's naturally flat terrain, the club utilizes seven artificial towers with 14 traps of varying heights and elevated platforms to create incredibly complex and dynamic target trajectories. Beyond the shooting fields, members enjoy a comprehensive luxury experience with a climate-controlled lounge, an elite gun room with an on-site gunsmith and custom stock maker, and gourmet dining at the club's restaurant, Manero's.

As a premier regional hub, the club regularly hosts prestigious national and state competitions, including NSCA Sporting Clay Tournaments, the RC-USA CUP, and the SCTP State Championship. For those looking to improve their skills, the club provides access to world-class independent instructors. The coaching roster boasts elite professionals, including World FITASC Champion Mick Howells and two-time National Champion Bill McGuire, ensuring top-tier instruction for both novices and advanced competitors.

The club’s infrastructure and services make it highly suitable for diverse groups:

Beginners: Easy integration into the sport with access to premium rental gear, a safe environment, and expert coaching.
Professional Athletes: Highly technical target presentations, complex tower shots, international disciplines, and high-stakes tournament exposure.
Families: Specialized junior memberships for individuals under 21, comprehensive family plans, and comfortable lounge areas for shared recreation.
Corporate Teams: Excellent logistics for private charity events, team-building activities, and full-service banquet catering.

While operating as a premium facility, the club offers a well-defined pricing and service structure:

Memberships: Annual dues range from $700 for Juniors to $2,500 for a standard Individual membership.
Targets: Standard clays cost $0.55 each (after annual target caps are met), while specialized ZZ Birds are $2.25 each.
Rentals: Golf carts are available for $35 per day, and premium gun rentals cost $40 per day.

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