Episode 18 I Tru2Shooters Podcast : Iron Sharpens Iron - Building Confidence with Doubles with Les Lala III
Send us a textIn this episode of the Tru2Shooters Podcast, hosts Tyler Wildman and Michael Fitzner sit down with none other than Les Lala III — NSSA World Champion skeet shooter, coach, and all-around class act — for a powerful conversation about comeback, competition, and keeping perspective. 🙌From his early days playing college football to stepping away from the game to raise a family — and then making an unforgettable return to the skeet world — Les shares how faith, perseverance, and community have shaped his journey both on and off the field.Hear Les talk about:🔥 His legendary 1999 World Championship win over Wayne Mays 💪 The mental game that separates good shooters from great ones 🎯 What it’s like to shoot alongside legends like Bill Burke, Sheaffer Stanfill, and Houston Deshotels 💬 His coaching philosophy and how he’s helping the next generation find their rhythm in skeetThis episode is full of heart, humility, and hard-earned wisdom — a reminder that in this sport (and in life), iron truly does sharpen iron. ⚡️👉 Tune in now, and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!#Tru2ShootersPodcast #LesLalaIII #ClayTargetNation #WorldChampion #SkeetShooting #SportingClays #TrapShooting #BreakClays #IronSharpensIronSupport the show
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Episode 17 I Tru2Shooters Podcast : Mastering the Mental Game with Skeet Legend Todd Bender
Send us a textIn this powerhouse episode of the Tru2Shooters Podcast, hosts Tyler Wildman and Michael Fitzner sit down with none other than Todd Bender — one of the winningest skeet shooter in history, 27-time NSSA World Champion, and the first-ever NSSA Master Instructor. Recognized worldwide as the leading authority in shotgun instruction, Todd brings decades of championship experience and teaching wisdom to the conversation.From his early training with England’s CPSA to coaching Olympic athletes and mentoring the next generation, Todd shares what it really takes to compete at the highest level. The guys dive into the mental side of skeet, the importance of fundamentals, and why coaching has become as rewarding to him as collecting championships.🎯 What to Expect: ✔️ Lessons from Todd’s journey to 26 World Championships ✔️ How mental preparation separates winners from the rest ✔️ The evolution of skeet and its growing global community ✔️ Todd’s role as NSSA Master Instructor and mentor to champions ✔️ Tips for athletes at every level — from youth to seasoned competitorsWhether you’re stepping onto the field for your first registered shoot or chasing titles at the national level, this episode is packed with insight from one of the sport’s true legends.Subscribe now, and follow @Tru2Shooters on Instagram and Facebook for more conversations that celebrate the athletes, coaches, and leaders shaping the clay target world. 🎙️🔥#Tru2ShootersPodcast #ToddBender #SkeetShooting #ClayTargetNation #BreakClays #ShotgunSports #MindsetMattersSupport the show
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Episode 16 | Tru2Shooters Podcast : Pizza, Punchlines & Perfect Pairs with Steve ‘Woody’ Wood and Dessislav ‘Dess’ Ivanov
Send us a textIn this hilarious and heartfelt episode of the Tru2Shooters Podcast, hosts Tyler Wildman and Michael Fitzner sit down with two of the sport’s most entertaining athletes — Steve “Woody” Wood and Dessislav “Dess” Ivanov. Shooting partners, travel buddies, and all-around crowd favorites, Woody and Dess share their journey from a small New York gun club to competing at the World Skeet Championships.From Woody’s AA Doubles win and their epic road trip stories, to squad camaraderie, equipment choices, and even why pizza might be the ultimate skeet sponsor, this conversation has it all. Between the laughs, they also open up about respect on the field, the importance of having a strong squad, and the best advice they have for new and youth shooters.🎯 What to Expect: ✔️ Woody’s World Skeet Championship highlights (and cereal out of trophies 🏆) ✔️ Dess’ Bulgarian roots, humor, and why having a good squadmate matters ✔️ The role of respect, sportsmanship, and fun in skeet shooting ✔️ Gear talk — Beretta, Krieghoff, Briley tubes, and more ✔️ Advice for youth: find a buddy, keep it fun, and just start shooting ✔️ Plenty of pizza, punchlines, and behind-the-scenes laughs 🍕😂Subscribe now, and follow @Tru2Shooters on Instagram and Facebook for more conversations that bring out the heart (and humor) of the clay target world. 🎙️🔥#Tru2ShootersPodcast #SkeetShooting #ClayTargetNation #BreakClays #PizzaAndPulls #SquadGoalsSupport the show
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Episode 15 l Tru2Shooters Podcast : Leading from the Front with Team Krieghoff Captain Alessandro Vitale
Send us a textIn this powerful episode of the Tru2Shooters Podcast, hosts Tyler Wildman and Michael Fitzner sit down with Alessandro Vitale — Team Krieghoff Captain, NSSA/NSCA National Board Member, and founder of Highland Sporting Outfitters. From his start as a young hunter to developing his skills on the field and becoming a leader in the skeet shooting world to leading one of the top gun dealerships in the country, Alessandro shares his journey, his PASSION for the sport, and his MISSION to make skeet and sporting clays accessible, welcoming, and family-focused.The conversation dives deep into the behind-the-scenes work of the NSSA and NSCA, the importance of mentorship and coaching, and the vision for growing the next generation of clay target athletes. Alessandro also opens up about why he started Highland Sporting Outfitters, how customer service sets them apart, and the lessons he’s passing down to his own son as he takes up the sport.And to top it off — Tru2Shooters officially announces its new partnership with Highland Sporting Outfitters, giving listeners direct access to the best in guns, gear, and service. 🚀🎯 What to Expect: ✔️ Alessandro’s journey from hunting to leading Team Krieghoff ✔️ The mission and community impact of NSSA & NSCA ✔️ Why every shoot-off matters — and how to learn from each one ✔️ How Highland Sporting Outfitters is changing the game with in-house service & support ✔️ The future of skeet & sporting clays in the next 5–10 years ✔️ Tru2Shooters’ exciting new partnership with Highland Sporting OutfittersSubscribe now, and follow @Tru2Shooters on Instagram and Facebook for more conversations that celebrate the athletes, brands, and communities shaping the clay target world. 🎙️🔥#Tru2ShootersPodcast #HighlandSportingOutfitters #Krieghoff #SkeetShooting #SportingClays #ClayTargetNation #BreakClays #YouthShootingSupport the show
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Episode 14 l Tru2Shooters Podcast : Season Recap, Favorite Memories, and What’s Still Ahead
Send us a textIn this special episode of the Tru2Shooters Podcast, hosts Tyler Wildman and Michael Fitzner take the mics for a full season recap. From blizzard-shortened early shoots in Michigan to major stops like the Triple J Classic, Krieghoff Masters, U.S. Open, SCTP Nationals, and Junior Worlds, the guys share their favorite stories, biggest challenges, and funniest memories from one of their busiest seasons yet!They also open up about the lessons learned along the way — from battling monsoon rains at Mid-America, to chasing medals at Nationals, to the road trip adventures and blackjack tournaments at Junior Worlds.Looking ahead, Tyler and Michael preview the rest of 2025, including the Kasle Family Shoot, Mini Worlds, and the NSSA World Championships in Texas — and what they’re most excited about as the season continues.🎯 What to Expect: ✔️ Behind-the-scenes stories from this year’s biggest shoots ✔️ Lessons learned from both triumphs and struggles ✔️ Favorite memories from Junior Worlds and Nationals ✔️ What’s next on the 2025 calendarSubscribe now, and follow @Tru2Shooters on Instagram and Facebook for more stories that celebrate the athletes, events, and memories shaping the clay target world. 🎙️🔥#Tru2ShootersPodcast #ClayTargetNation #SkeetShooting #TrapShooting #SportingClays #YouthShootingSupport the show
The Tru2Shooters Podcast is dedicated to introducing youth, newcomers and experienced clay target enthusiasts to the exciting world of clay target sports, including skeet shooting, sporting clays, trap shooting and more! Hosted by a passionate pair of clay crushing friends, Tyler Wildman & Michael Fitzner, the podcast features industry insights, expert interviews, product reviews, and inspiring stories from the shooting community. With two episodes per month (24 annually), we engage a growing audience of youth shooters, seasoned clay target shooters, parents, and industry professionals.
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