People: the shooters, trainers, experts and characters behind the sport
Shooting is nothing without the people who live and breathe it. This section puts the spotlight on the individuals who shape the sport – from world-class competitive shots and respected gundog trainers to gamekeepers, conservationists, gunmakers and the industry figures driving shooting forward.
Through interviews, profiles and first-person features, we go beyond the technical to explore the stories, opinions and experiences of the men and women who make the shooting world what it is. Sporting Gun has featured some of the biggest names in the sport, including world clay shooting champion George Digweed, pigeon shooting legend Andy Crow, and many of the UK’s most respected gundog trainers, coaches and fieldsports professionals.
Andy Crow, renowned pigeon and crow shooter from Kent, shares decades of pest control expertise, fieldcraft, and knowledge passed down from his grandfather.
From keepering in the Vale of Belvoir to standing on the World Sporting podium, John Lee has built a life entirely around shooting. He talks to us about gamekeeping, pigeons, nerves, fast cars and why...
We speak to the champion clay shot and full-time shooting coach about his path to winning both the English and the British Open Sporting in 2025
We speak to the multiple world champion clay shooter, gamekeeper and countryman about his passion for the countryside, his greatest shooting achievements and the secrets to his succes
The Bedfordshire-based clay and game shooter, deer stalker, country sports personality and ambassador for multiple brands joins us in the interview room
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