Trap Talk From The Back Fence

The summer shooting season is in full swing! This week on Trap Talk, Richard Marshall Jr. and Zach Nannini recap the Ohio State Shoot, discuss the opening days of the Wisconsin State Shoot, and look ahead to the biggest event in trapshooting—the Grand American. They also dive into one of the most overlooked aspects of improving your scores: the fundamentals. From proper gun mount and balance to el...

The tips keep coming. In this second Trap Talk compilation, we dive back into the archives for more incredible trapshooting advice from champion shooters, coaches, industry experts, and lifelong competitors. These are the moments that shooters replay over and over — practical advice that can help you improve focus, confidence, consistency, and scores on the trap field. Trapshooting is built on tra...

We pulled together some of the BEST coaching moments, mental game advice, target tips, and competition insights from past episodes of the Trap Talk Podcast. Whether you're a brand-new shooter or chasing championship scores, there’s something in here that can help your game. A huge thank you to all of the guests, supporters, and fans of Trap Talk and the trapshooting community. Follow & Su...

In Episode 180 of the Trap Talk Podcast, Zach Nannini and Richard Marshall Jr. catch up in the middle of a packed trapshooting season and break down the road ahead — from Vernal and the Western Grand to the Ohio State Shoot, Iowa, the Grand American, Heartland Grand, Nevada State Shoot, and more. The main focus of this episode is the Golden West Grand , hosted at Livermore/Pleasanton Rod & Gun...

Tony Fortino joins Trap Talk for Episode 179, and this one is packed with trapshooting history, laughs, technical talk, and a whole lot of hard-earned wisdom from one of the true working-man champions in the sport. Zach Nannini and Richard Marshall Jr. sit down with Tony to talk about his journey from a young shooter in Illinois to becoming an 8-time All-American , 9-time Illinois State Team membe...

The PITA Grand Pacific is back at Evergreen Sportsmen’s Club in Washington, and this episode of Trap Talk breaks down why shooters should have this one on their radar. Zach Nannini and Richard Marshall Jr. are joined by Rich Bullard Jr. and Kyle Seever , Second Vice President of the PITA, for a fun and informative conversation about the Pacific International Trapshooting Association , the history...

Zach sits down with Don Budd live from his amazing Budds St Paul Lodge. ​Budd's Saint Paul Lodge offers a premier, full-service lodging experience including an on-site bar, retail area, private patio with fire pit, locker room, common area and more. Don Budd, Jr., owner and operator of Budd's Saint Paul Lodge, has a deep passion for all things hunting. He discovered Saint Paul, KS years...

Jason Johnson joins Trap Talk for Episode 177, and this one covers a little bit of everything: trapshooting, military service, family, mindset, sleep, and why coming back to the sport can be just as exciting as starting young. Zach Nannini and Richard Marshall Jr. sit down with Jason, a Texas trapshooter, military veteran, and part of the family behind Johnson’s Furniture, Appliance & Mattress...

George Lee is one of the young trapshooters people need to be watching. In this episode of Trap Talk , Zach Nannini and Richard Marshall Jr. sit down with George Lee from Hickman, Nebraska , a rising young shooter who has already built an impressive resume in a short amount of time. George talks about getting started through the Norris trap team, breaking 100 straight in singles at his very first...

In Episode 175 of Trap Talk, Zach and Ricky sit down with Bob Palmer —author, mental performance coach, and CEO of SportsXL, Inc.—for a deep dive into the mental side of shooting. Bob has helped athletes understand how mindset, focus, visualization, confidence, and preparation can make the difference between just showing up and performing at a high level.  This episode digs into what it really tak...

In Episode 174 of Trap Talk, Zach and Ricky sit down with George DeCosta , world-renowned dog trainer, author, hunter, and clinician, for a fascinating conversation about bird dogs, upland hunting, training philosophy, and what it takes to perform at a high level. From his roots in Maui, Hawaii, to becoming one of the most respected names in dog training, George shares the life experiences, discip...

In Episode 173 of Trap Talk, Zach and Ricky sit down with Dr. Zeke Yeager of Corinth, Mississippi to talk about his trapshooting journey, his love for doubles, and what it took to become the 2020 Grand American Doubles Champion . From getting started as a kid with a hard-kicking single shot to becoming one of the top doubles shooters in the game, Zeke shares the story behind the scores, the mindse...

The Listener Question Extravaganza rolls on with Part 2 of Episode 172, and once again the Trap Talk audience brought the questions. In this episode, the guys keep the conversation rolling with more trapshooting talk, more listener questions, more laughs, and more straight-up practical advice for shooters trying to improve their game.  This one covers a little bit of everything, from travel and ca...

The Listener Question Extravaganza is back, and you guys brought the heat for Part 1 of Episode 171. We’re diving into a pile of trapshooting questions from the Trap Talk audience, covering everything from gun fit and handicap shooting to mental game, youth shooters, hold points, shell choice, and staying locked in when the pressure is on .  This one is loaded with real talk, strong opinions, coac...

n Episode 170 of Trap Talk, Zach and Ricky sit down to recap a busy stretch on the road, covering highlights from the Southern Grand , ACUI Nationals , and the Florida State Shoot . They break down standout performances, tough weather, long shoot-offs, college shooting success, and some of the shooters who made serious noise over the past few weeks. From Joey’s huge HOA run at the Southern Grand,...

In Trap Talk Episode 169 , we sit down with Kelly Reisdorf of USA Shooting , Cole Cushman of Gun & Trophy Insurance , and Jason Rambo from The Dead Pair Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation about USA Shooting and the future of the shooting sports. We talk about the state of the sport, the role USA Shooting plays at the highest levels of competition, industry support, athlete development, an...

Join the Trap Talk crew as they break down the event, talk about the atmosphere in Tucson, highlight the shooting, and recap the moments that made this year’s Spring Grand another great stop on the trapshooting calendar. From the competition to the people and everything in between, this episode covers the big picture from one of the sport’s premier early-season shoots. If you were there, drop a co...

In Episode 167 of Trap Talk, Zach Nannini and Richard Marshall Jr. sit down with Dawn Grant — mental performance coach, certified hypnotist, and owner of Amelia Shotgun Sports in northeast Florida. Dawn shares how she went from psychology student to working with PGA Tour pros like Vijay Singh, helping him break an 18-month slump and win $13 million in one month. A local sporting clays shooter intr...

In Episode 166 of Trap Talk, Zach Nannini and Richard Marshall Jr. sit down with Bryan Weeks from Livermore, California — 2025 California State ATA Singles Champion, three-time PITA All-Star, and manager of Livermore-Pleasanton Rod & Gun Club. Bryan shares how he got hooked after hitting his first target at a bachelor party in 2005, his journey from league shooter to running one of the largest...

Your eyes are your most important piece of shooting equipment. In Episode 165 of Trap Talk, we’re joined by Dr. Laura W. Winkel, OD — 21-time ATA All-American, Washington State Champion, and Doctor of Optometry — to break down how vision directly impacts your performance on the trap field. We cover: • Eye dominance — and what causes it • What to do if your eye suddenly “takes over” • Floaters and...

The Florida State Shoot is leveling up — and this year, it’s different. In Episode 164 of Trap Talk, Zach and Ricky sit down with Florida ATA President Thomas Harrington to break down what’s coming March 17–22 at the Silver Dollar Shooters Club in Odessa, Florida. This isn’t business as usual. We’re talking: • Nearly $60,000 in added value • Almost 200 ounces of silver up for grabs • Montana Silve...

Interested in helping the team please contact Head Coach Sheri Rawe srawe@lindenwood.edu / 314-960-9053! In Episode 163 of Trap Talk, Zach Nannini and Richard Marshall Jr. welcome Sheri Rawe, the new head coach of the Lindenwood University shooting sports team. Sheri shares her journey into the role and the vision she has for leading one of the top collegiate programs in the country. This conversa...

In Episode 161 of Trap Talk, Zach Nannini and Richard Marshall Jr. welcome Jacque Snellenberger, a highly accomplished trap shooter with a long and respected history in the sport. Jacque shares stories from growing up in a shooting family, how the sport shaped her life, and what it takes to stay involved at a high level while balancing a career and personal responsibilities. The conversation focus...

In Episode 161 of Trap Talk, Zach Nannini and Richard Marshall Jr. sit down with Chase Dobrinski from Silver City, New Mexico — a four-time Sub-Junior ATA All-American, multi-time New Mexico state champion, and the youngest shooter in ATA history to break 200 straight in singles at just 11 years and 8 days old. Chase walks us through his journey from a 7-year-old shooting clays at the Whittington...

In Episode 160 of Trap Talk, Zach Nannini and co-host Richard Marshall Jr. welcome Lady I All-American and Iowa standout Lacey Gangwish. From her first days reluctantly picking up a shotgun, to winning state titles and competing at the collegiate level, Lacey’s story is a reminder that confidence and hard work can take a young shooter a long way. Lacey shares: • starting in 6th grade and learning...