The North Dakota Clay Target League offers student athletes the opportunity to participate in trap shooting as an extracurricular activity. Teams typically represent their high schools or middle schools and compete against other schools throughout the state in a structured season culminating in a state tournament. Participants learn safe gun handling practices and develop their marksmanship skills in a supportive environment.
This activity provides valuable benefits for students beyond simply learning to shoot. It fosters teamwork, discipline, and responsibility. Participation can improve focus and concentration, build self-confidence, and create lasting friendships. The league’s emphasis on safety provides young people with essential firearm handling skills crucial for responsible gun ownership. Established in response to growing interest in youth shooting sports, the league has expanded significantly, becoming a prominent activity for students in North Dakota.