Well..........he did it.  In a little over a year, the big guy went from a "B" Class shooter to "Master Class".  Lots of hard work getting there, but I could not be happier for him.  Thanks so much for trusting me to help get you there, but honestly, I had little to do with it.  Tony did all the work..........and it really showed.  Congrats buddy......keep crushing them.

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Posted by Tom on Sept. 18, 2020, 9:15 a.m.

Tom will be in North Carolina from Feb. 26th thru March 1st. 2020 working with the Carolina Clay's SCTP team, as well as doing two sporing clay's clinics at Cosner Reserve.  The first clinic will be on Weds. Feb. 26th, and that will be "Target Reading", and the 2nd. will be on March 1st, and that will be "Improving your shooting".  Anyone interested in attending either of these clinics or booking a lesson with Tom for that week at Cosner, can call either Tom for clinic of lesson information, at 845-625-3151, or for registration or lesson booking Judy, at 845-625-3150.

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Posted by Tom on Jan. 23, 2020, 9:39 p.m.

Feb. 14-16 Pheasants Forever will be hosting Pheasant Fest at the Minneapolis Convention  Center, in Minneapolis, Minn.  Tom has been asked to speak by the organization on the "Roads to the Upland" stage.  Tom's presentation will be entitled, "Starting your young shooter out right".  This is the 4th time Tom has been asked to speak by Pheasants Forever, speaking in 2013, 2014, 2015, and now 2020.  Pheasant Fest is an outstanding 3 day event featuring speakers from all over the country celebrating Upland Bird Hunting, Bird Dogs, and the great outdoors.

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Posted by Tom on March 23, 2019, 7:13 a.m.

Brian Molloy had a FANTASTIC weekend in Vermont, as he shot an 86 and an 87 in Scarborough Fish and Game's Frozen 5 series, this one, 3 and 3.5.  In the first 100 Brian shot his 86, good enough for third place in class, and on the next 100 turned in an even better 87, for 2nd. place in class.  Brian got punches in both events.  Way to go Brian...I guess it pays to shoot on the frozen tundra.

Tom

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Posted by Tom on Jan. 7, 2019, 2:10 p.m.

Me, Judy and the girls are heading to Kansas today to guide injured Veterans on Upland Hunts at Ravenwood Lodge in Topeka.  The program is sponsored by Scott Linden Outdoors and Toyota, and for two days Veterans have the run of Ravenwood Lodge for Upland Hunts and Clay's.  I will be guiding with the girls and teaching Weds and Thursday of this week, so I am very excited.  I am honored to be a part of this program and feel that giving back is far more important that getting, and I am blessed to be able to do what I do on a daily basis, either with my dogs or out on the Clay's field.................and something like this allows me to give back through something I love, not just write a check.  I want to see what I do, help the lives of the people that allow me to hunt, teach, test my dogs, and live a free daily life.  I am not sure who gets more out of something like this, me, or the guys I take out in the field.  Pictures to follow

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Posted by Tom on Nov. 4, 2018, 8:16 a.m.

NOTHING MORE TO SAY......................NYS CHAMPION.  THE YOUNGEST CHAMPION IN THE HISTORY OF THE SPORT.  94-94 OVER TWO DAYS.  CONGRATS ANTHONY

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Posted by Tom on Oct. 1, 2018, 9:18 p.m.

At the Conn. State Shoot, Jeff Hunter punched up to Master class with GREAT scores this weekend  IN AA, Jeff won his class in the Pre-Lim, won AA 5 stand, and was 4th in AA in the main. Now the work begins in Master sClass.

Also, John Delgigante won his class in the Pre-Lim, gaining a punch.  John is inching closer and closer to A class. 

Way to go guys

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Posted by Tom on Aug. 26, 2018, 10:21 p.m.

At a recent shoot at Addieville, John DelGigante hit the 90 mark for the first time in his shooting career in an NSCA registered event.  Congratulations to John for this wonderful
achievement.  Over the years John has worked harder than any other student to achieve success, and it is fantastic I can be a part of this milestone for this shooter from Danbury.  Well done John, and many more great scores are on the horizon.  Could not be prouder of you.

Tom

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Posted by Tom on July 3, 2018, 6 p.m.

HOLY CRAP...............what a weekend for Xcel Shooters.  Let's get to it:

LISA ROBERGE:  You killed it girl, a 77 in the Travelers Hard/Easy Championship Weekend Prelim.  Not only did you win your class,  you almost got your Hubby, trailing him by only 6 targets..........Can I be around the day you beat his butt.  Way to go girl.

FRED TUCCI..............Great job Doctor.  In the same shoot as Lisa, the good Dr.  took the "A" class by 3 targets.  Good shooting bud.

ROB FOOTE...............Across the boarder in Canadian Regionals, Rob Foote, a skeet shooter, and a newbie to sporting clays, shot a 77 after the first day and was leading his class.  A tough 2nd day left him in 5th place, but a GREAT showing for the skeet guy, turned Sporing shooter.

ANTHONY REGELSKI:  At Hudson Farm, the 18 year old sharpshooter turned in a SCORCHING 96 to lead all shooters in an even held this Thursday.  Anthony turned in a respectable 87 in the Travelers Championship, which he was a little disappointed in, but hey............there were at least 100 other shoots that would have loved to have had that score. 

LAST BUT NOT LEAST...................

JEFF (GIGANTOR) HUNTER:  Shot a BLAZING 90, just getting edged out of HOA for the AA class at the Travelers Championship tournament.  This was a wonderful day for the "Big Man" who has been working up to this day all season.  Next in the cross hairs is the Conn. State Shoot in Aug.  WATCH OUT AA SHOOTERS, THE BIG MAN IS COMIN!

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Posted by Tom on June 18, 2018, 8:34 p.m.

OK............Where do I start;  At the Mass. State Shoot Prelim, John DelGigante shot a sterling 83, taking the "B" class and earning a punch.  Great work John.  At the Ryan McElroy Children's Cancer Foundation Shoot, the Xcel Team of Anthony Regelski Sr., Anthony Regelski Jr., Ed Davies, Jeff Hunter, and Tom.........beat two strong teams from Mid Hudson Sporting Clay's and Mashomack Preserve, by a slim margin to take the shoot title.  A best score ever by Anthony Sr., of 85 and a 1 off HOA by Jr. of 92, made this father/son team a force not to be taken lightly.  Add in Jeff and Ed's 84's and it was a great day all around.

Who knows who will be next to move up in class, earn a punch, or shoot a best ever score.  Join these happy shooters breaking more clay's and having more fun..............call today

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Posted by Tom on June 3, 2018, 6:45 p.m.

Congratulations to Grey Hagwood for shooting his first ever 90 in competition at the Bullseye Sporting Clay's Club.  Grey is an "A" class shooter, and with scores like this AA and Master a not far in the future.  Well done Grey.....and again congratulations for a job well done.

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Posted by Tom on May 6, 2018, 7:04 p.m.

At a shoot in Maine, Xcel Student Lisa Roberge punched up into "D" Class with an outstanding score this weekend.  Way to go Lisa

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17 Year old Anthony Regelski was just named to the All NYS Open Sporting Clay's
team.  What an honor to be named with some of the top shooters in New York State.  At the same time, Anthony was also Named a NSCA 20 All-American for the 2nd. time in his young life.  What a wonderful accomplishment for this Eagle Scout hope to be young man. 

Congratulations to both Anthony and Lisa for outstanding accomplishments

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Posted by Tom on March 28, 2018, 4:34 p.m.

This weekends shoot at Mid Hudson Sporting Clays, hosted by the Conn. Travelers, hailed a number of class wins for Xcel Students, in both the morning and afternoon events .  Super kid Anthony Regelski continued his hot streak with an 88 and 90 in Master class, coming in just off the top in both sessions.  Jack Hudak.................took both morning and afternoon "C" classes for an outstanding Sunday, and John DelGigante, shooting with Tom's MX2000 Perazzi took "B" class in the afternoon.  (Maybe John should leave the Beretta broken)  What a great day for these shooters.....................................Congratulations and well done.

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Posted by Tom on Feb. 19, 2018, 9:20 p.m.

That saying was never more true this week, as Lisa Roberge had two fantastic outings in winner her class twice at the Craribbian Classic in Florida. Lisa won her E class twice, but in doing so, shot well enough to be ranked with the top ladies at the shoot.  Lisa earned punches in winning the 12ga. and 20ga.  classes.  WAY TO GO LISA!  Now she can come back to the East and show those other Grits ladies............HAVING MORE FUN IS BREAKING MORE TARGETS.  My heartfelt congratulations to Lisa................watch out Doug, just a matter of time!

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Posted by Tom on Feb. 11, 2018, 8:09 a.m.

108 Shooters showed up at the Travelers Mid Winter Martyrdom at Mid Hudson Sporting Clay's this past Sunday.  After the smoke cleared, 17 year old Anthony Regelski bettered 107 of them, one of them being his coach, on his way to a stellar 93.  The HOA by the 17 year old standout, capped an outstanding round, and his only comment to me was, "I could not let you beat me".
Congrats to Anthony for another standout performance behind the gun.

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Posted by Tom on Jan. 27, 2018, 10:07 p.m.

  A couple more tournaments, and a few more placements for Xcel students.  At the Conn. Travelers Shoot at Mid Hudson Sporting Clays, both John DelGigante and Jack Hudak rose to the 80+ mark with John taking the B class with an 84, and Jack taking the C class with an 86.  Great shooting against a field of over 70 shooters.  At the same shoot, Lisa Roberge finally could see the targets after a visit to Dr. Colo, and came in 3rd in E class with a very respectable 69.  Next stop mid 70's for this gal.
   At M & M, at the Thanksgiving Shootout, Tom Millham won the class B FITASC with a score of 83.  Nice Job Tom.

Another great weekend for Xcel students.  Time for you to join that group.  Give Tom a call today.

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Posted by Tom on Nov. 21, 2017, 5:59 p.m.

Another week, and another bunch of great scores from the students.  OK............where do we start.  At the Conn. State Sporting Clay Championships, In the Main, Jack Hudak, posted a 3rd place finish in the Main, while in Super Sporting, Tom Millham garnered a 3rd. place finish in class "B", while John DelGigante shot a blistering 84 to take the class "C" championship. 

At the NEK Skeet and Sporting Club in Vermont, the NSCA Ducks Unlimited shoot was held, and boy, did we clean up.  FROM "B" CLASS, Brian (no way) Molloy, tied for 2nd. overall with a stellar 92, while Grey Hagwood topped the "A" class shooting a very nice score of 84.

Grey said it best in an email he just sent to me.  He said, I AM NOW HAVING FUN, AND THAT HELPS SCORES, AND I HAVE COME TO REALIZE IT'S A PROCESS, (LIKE YOU TAUGHT ME).  FOCUS ON THE PROCESS AND THE SCORE TAKES CARE OF ITSELF"

I could not have said it better, and I am sure all these shooters could not agree with Grey more.   When are YOU going to pick up the phone and start on the road to better scores and more fun?????

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Posted by Tom on Aug. 28, 2017, 9:27 p.m.

Another shoot, another great day for Xcel Students.  At the CTSCA Summertime Summertime Shoot at the Gilford Sportsman's shoot, 17 year old Anthony Regelski Jr garnered the HOA with a fine score of 88, besting 71 other shooters in the field.  In C Class, 1-2-3 Xcel sweep, as John DelGigante took high with a sparkling 81, followed by Anthony Regelski Sr, with a 74, and Jack Hudak, with a 71.  Great shooting Boys

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Posted by Tom on Aug. 20, 2017, 9:29 p.m.

Young Anthony Regelski Jr.  entered new territory today, in obtaining five punches and making Master Class.  The 17 year old sharp shooter won the 12ga 50 bird, in AA class at the Regional as well as shooting well in other events, and now 1 year and 8 months after he started competitive shooting, Anthony is a Master Class Shooter.  From everyone at Xcel, you have our fondest wishes for continued success and lots to look forward to in your new home with the best shooters in the NSCA.  Could not be prouder of you.

Tom

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Posted by Tom on May 21, 2017, 9:15 p.m.

All Around Good Guy, John DelGigante took the C class at the recent Fair Field Fish and Games Good Friday Shoot.  John threw in a very nice 80 over a very nice Fairfield Course to bring home the class and a couple of punches toward B class.  Well done John.......things are getting better and better.

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Posted by Tom on April 19, 2017, 6:09 p.m.

Another week, another award.  Jr. Anthony Regelski has garnered another award from the NSCA in the form of All Regional Team for 2017.  Congratulations to Anthony for another great honor.

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Posted by Tom on April 19, 2017, 6 p.m.

16 Year old student Anthony Regelski Jr, has been climbing the ranks of the NSCA Sporting Clay cirrcuit, and today Anthony was named Briley 20ga. 2nd. Team All American.  A little over a year ago, Anthony was shooting in "D" class, and today he is a AA Shooter, only a few punches short of Master Class.  Anthony is ranked 14th. in the Nation in Sub Jr. class, which comprises over 1000 jr. shooters.  It is with great pride I congratulate Anthony.  Well done buddy......................all of your family and friends wish you continued success.  That includes one very proud coach, but, don't get a big head.......there is lots more work to do.

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Posted by Tom on April 10, 2017, 10:33 p.m.

A week after shooting an 86 and taking the Jr. Title at the Ryan McElroy Cancer Foundation Shoot, 16 year old Anthony Regelski Jr. wins the "B" class at The Empire Cup, over a tough track with wind blown targets.  His 80 was an NSCA tournament personal best, and great things are in store for the young man from Pine Bush.  Great job Ant.

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Posted by Tom on June 12, 2016, 8:44 p.m.

What a great day it was for scores, even if the weather did not cooperate.  At the Ruger Cup, hosted by Addieville East, Tom Millham, Carmine Istvan, and John Fantozi posted outstanding scores in the event.  Carmine continued his hot shooting placing 2nd. in the AA class in the Ruger Main, along with his win in the 20ga. event.  John Fantozi rebounded from a disappointing outing at the Seafood Blast, with a score of 82 in the Ruger Main, giving him a 2nd. place finish in the A class.  Tom Millham continued his consistent shooting with a 4th place finish in the B class in the Main.

Congratulations to these shooters on another fine performance.

Tom

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Posted by Tom on May 1, 2016, 9:44 p.m.

Without a doubt, this weekend was an outstanding weekend for students at tournaments.  I don't even know where to start.........so let's start upstate.  At the Vernon Nationals Spring Classic, Caryn Foote turned in scores of 78/79 in two 100 bird events, good enough for 2nd and 3rd place finishes in the D class at the event.  At the Seafood Blast, in NJ..........It was another great showing, so I will just list some names, and their accomplishments.

Tom Millham, 2nd D class in the Seafood Blast

Sub Jr. Anthony Regelski, 1st D class in Beretta Cup
                                         1st D Class 20ga D Class
                                         1st D Class 12ga/50 bird (46/50) WOW
                                         2nd D Class Devito Memorial

Carmine Istvan, 1st A class Devito Memorial
                          1st A class Beretta Cup
                          1st A class .410
                          3rd A class 28ga
                          1st A class 20ga
                                        
Keep up the great shooting guys and gals.

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Posted by Tom on April 17, 2016, 4:52 p.m.

    Sound Gear Custom Electronic Hearing Protection is now being sold and fitted by Xcel Sporting Clay Instruction.  I urge you to go to www.soundgear.com to find out more about this outstanding shooters and hunters hearing protection and enhancement.  Tom is now custom fitting this hearing protection in the comfort of your own home, and the cost is less than 1/2 of the other custom units.  Sound Gear, but Starkey Hearing Tech, is American made, totally digital, and just outstanding as compared to others in the market place.  Call Tom today and find out how affordable these custom molded electronic hearing protectors are. 
     Gift certificates  for Holiday gift giving are always avail.  How much is protecting your hearing worth?  Call Tom today to schedule your free in home fitting.........845-625-3151

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Posted by Tom on Oct. 25, 2015, 8:53 p.m.

Congratulations are in order for Ira Conklin Jr. and Howard Berman.  Ira and Howard were both named to the Great Lakes, All-New York State Sporting Clays team.  Ira was named as  Sub-Junior, and Howard was named to the Open squad.  This is quite an honor for both guys.

Again Congratulations to both Ira and Howard................great consistent shooting guys!

At the Conn. State Shoot, Jason Janetsky lit it up with a 2nd. place finish in "C" Class, earning two punches, and finishing up both days with an average score of 84.  Great Job.  In D Class, Tom Millingham, finished the weekend with an average score of 80, which was good enough for 4th place in D class, and a nice showing for the weekend.  Congratulations to both shooters.

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Posted by Tom on Aug. 30, 2015, 9:48 p.m.

Congratulations to Ira Conklin Sr. for an outstanding shoot at the recent US Open.  The Big guy came in 2nd. in his AA class in the Gauntlet a super tough target event, as well as a very good showing in the US Open Main.  Additionally, on one parcour of F.I.T.A.S.C.  the big guy scored a 24/25 besting some of the big guns of our sport.

Way to go Ira...................outstanding shooting at a great competition

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Posted by Tom on July 2, 2015, 12:03 a.m.

     Ira Conklin competed in his first US Open this week, and it was an eye opening experience for the 15 year old.  Though his scores were not where he wanted them to be, he did have some very bright spots, and the experience gave him some goals to shoot for for next year.  Well done Ira.

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Posted by Tom on June 29, 2015, 7:08 a.m.

Congratulations to to Millham who has been on a hot streak as of late as he cracked the 90 mark in two recent tournaments to take HOA honors.  Two weeks ago, Tom shot 92 taking the Conn. Travelers Sponsored Avon Cancer shoot, at St. Hubert's Club and last weekend shot a 90 in winning the Conn. Travelers Al Anglace Memorial Championship at Mid Hudson Sporting Clays.  Congratulations to Tom for these outstanding scores and accomplishments.

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Posted by Tom on June 28, 2015, 3:10 p.m.

For the 2nd. year in a row, Brooke Wakefoose is the Penn. State SCTP Ladies Championship. 
though Brooke did not shoot up to her ability................she hung in there, and fought through a tough day, and won through a match of cards to garner the 2nd. straight Ladies State SCTP Title.  Way to go Brooke...............sometimes the Gods are not smiling on us when we get that gun in our hands.  Congatulations Brooke..........and her best coach...........her father Mark.

Way to go Brooke

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Posted by Tom on June 26, 2015, 5:39 p.m.

What a week or so.  Man the students are cleaning up the hardware in the area, and man I could not be prouder.  It started with Brooke Wakefoose besting an excellent field in winning the New Jersey Boy Scout Council shoot at Pawling Mountain club.  Great shooting Brookster.  Then the "Conklins", both Jr. and Sr. took home awards, as Ira Jr. won his class in FITASC main, Prelim FITASC, and Sporting Main, as well as a bunch of Jr. catagories and his Dad took home the FITASC main honors in AA class in the Legends Shoot at Mid Hudson Sporting Clays. In the same shoot, "The Big Man" Jeff Hunter took home honors in "A" class FITASC, boosting him over the hump and punching up to AA class.   A day before, Ira Sr. took home HOA honors with a smoking score of 94 at the Vassar Brothers Hospital Foundation shoot, at St. Hubert's club in Marlboro, NY. 

Holy cow I could not be prouder of all of you........................keep up the great work.

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Posted by Tom on June 8, 2015, 11:04 p.m.

Just a reminder.............as of 5/26, we have only a few remaining slots left for the Mental Game Clinic on July 11-12

On Saturday we have 2 spots left
On Sunday we have only 1 spot.

Don't miss the opportunity to help add targets to you score card.

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Posted by Tom on May 27, 2015, 10:31 p.m.

If you wanted premium hearing protection, without a premium price, SoundGear Custom Hearing Protection is for you.  After years of struggling with other "so called" in ear hearing protection systems, and having them fail time after time, last year I found "SoundGear".  SoundGear  hearing protection is manufactured by Starkey Hearing Tech, a world leader in hearing Aids.  Over the past three months I have been testing a pair, and they blow the others I have used out of the water.  They are crisp, clear, protect your hearing, and are bulletproof. As of June 30th, Xcel will be a fitting and selling dealer for SoundGear in ear custom hearing protection, as well as all of their other hearing protection products.  We will be offering a introductory price on these units once I am able to do your fitting.  If you are interested in having a fitting for a SoundGear product, please give me a call, and I will put you on our waiting list.  I am expecting completed custom products to be shipped around the first of July.  Call today for discount pricing.  Current Xcel students receive a years supply of batteries at no charge with your purchase.  Go to www.SoundGear.com for more info.

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Posted by Tom on May 11, 2015, 12:16 p.m.

Jeff Hunter better play the lottery this week..............(I gave him $20.00 to buy me some tickets)  Jeff won the class at the Fairfield Fish and Game Annual FITASC Shoot.  Fairfield is known for long, fast, and hard to see targets, and Jeff did a great job of Mastering them.  Another great Job by Jeff.  Any more wins and we will be calling this site, "Jeff's Sporting Clay Instruction"  Keep up the great work Jeff.

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Posted by Tom on April 26, 2015, 10:53 p.m.

Jeff Hunter, the Big Guy from Wilton, Conn., proved that shotgun with a stock that goes on forever, can do some damage when it is pointed in the right direction.  Jeff won his class at the Double Taxation Conn. Travelers shoot at Dover Furnace Shooting Grounds this past weekend.  Jeff shot an 85, which was a truly outstanding score ranking him with the Big Dogs of the day, only 4 targets behind the HOA on a very stiff Dover track.  Jeff even won back 1 of his dollars as he broke 3 targets of a midi coming off the mountain on station 14.  Honestly, for that score, I should give back all of his dollars..................he really deserves it.  Congratulations to Jeff.  Jeff shot as large as his stature this day, and I am really really proud of his accomplishment.  Now............did you just tell me  you were really not into shooting yet?  Can't wait to see the score when you get your mind straight.  Oh, and by the way........Jeff also shot 81 at Ten Mile River, scoring 166 for the shoot...............way up at the top of the 134 shooters.  Did I mention he said he was not really into shooting yet????

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Posted by Tom on April 22, 2015, 9:52 p.m.

Brooke Wakefoose won yet another tournament this weekend as she took the ladies division of the Ilion Fish and Games Spring Fling Tournament.  16 year old Brooke took the ladies division with a score of 81 in this 50 report targets and 50 true tournament.  What makes it more spectacular is Brooke did it with a loaner gun after her gun broke on the first station.  In the report pair part Brooke shot 47/50, and 34/50 in the true pair section.....all with a gun that did not fit her.  Just goes to show what mental toughness will do for you.  Great job Brooke

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Posted by Tom on April 19, 2015, 11:49 p.m.

Student Ira Conklin distinguished himself this weekend with an outstanding showing at the "Big Seafood Blast" at M & M Sporting Clays and Preserve in New Jersey this weekend.  Young Mr. Conklin won his "D" class in the Seafood main with an outstanding 86, as he garnered a new Beretta A300 Shotgun.  In fact, Ira's 86 placed him in the upper 10% of the entire shoot, as his 86 was good enough for a 45th place out of 424 shooters.  Not to shabby for a 15 year old. In FITASC, Ira again won his "D" Class with an OUTSTANDING score of 81.  If anyone has shot FITASC before, you know how good a score that is.  That score bested shooters many times his age and experience.
Congratulations to Ira, and also his Dad, who also had a very good weekend in both FITASC and Sporting Main's.  Keep up the good shooting Ira.

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Posted by Tom on April 12, 2015, 10:58 p.m.

Check out the new photo's of T & J's Oklahoma Ginger, the newest "spice girl" to be hopefully hunting along with her cousins "Sugar & Netmeg" next fall.  Hope to have her home by early April.  Pup is from Rick Affuso's outstanding litter out of his Brits, Cody and Oak.  We are breaking away from the "Liver" mold with an orange Brit, hopefully she will be on the darker side.  No matter what color, no birds will get away from that slick chick once she starts roaming the fields next fall.

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Posted by Tom on March 15, 2015, 10:21 p.m.

Tom has been added to the DT Systems Professional Training Staff as the only Professional Shooting Instructor and Upland Guide on the DT Staff.  Tom will and has been using the DT Systems series of Products on his dogs, and feels DT Systems makes one of the finest products for dogs and dog trainers in the country.  Tom is very pleased to be on the DT Professional Staff

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Posted by Tom on March 2, 2015, 12:08 p.m.

As of April 2015, Tom will have articles published on various aspects of the shooting sports in the magazine published by NAVHDA, North American Versatile Hunting Dog Asso.  NAVHDA representative Richard Holt spoke to Tom while he was speaking at Pheasant Fest in Des Moines, Iowa last week, and asked him if he would write some articles for the monthly magazine.  Tom accepted the invite, and will have an article published as early as the April issue.  The April article will deal with "youth shooting".  All the articles that are published will be available for downloading from the Xcel website.

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Posted by Tom on Feb. 25, 2015, 9:52 p.m.

HOLIDAY GIFT CERTIFICATES FOR LESSONS OR UPLAND HUNTS MAKE GREAT PRESENTS FOR THE SHOOTER OR HUNTER IN YOUR LIFE.  GIVE ME A CALL, AND I CAN TAYLOR THE PERFECT GIFT CERTIFICATE FOR YOUR LOVED ONE.

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO EVERYONE

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Posted by Tom on Dec. 9, 2014, 10:45 a.m.

Well, it was both a sad day and a great day all at once.  The sad part is the geriatric duo of Ira Conklin Sr, and Tom, got spanked by students Ira Conklin Jr, and Brooke Wakefoose, in-route to the kids taking 2nd and 3rd place respectively at the recent Benefit shoot at Dover Furnace. 
Little Ira coined the pair, "The dynamic duo" before the shoot, and they sure showed why that name was right on the money.  Ira Jr. turned in a score of 94, good for 2nd place, and Brooke was close behind with a 91.  Both scores are personal bests for both kids.  Tom and Ira Sr. are now looking for lessons and Geritol in order to be able to keep up with these two kids. 

It is with great pride and satisfaction to see both these kids shoot so well.  I know Ira Sr. was beaming ear to ear, and I was so pleased, I could have cared less as to what I shot.........except I will be hearing it from these two for some time to come, and I'm sure Ira Sr. will be also.

Again....................congratulations both Ira and Brooke.  You made us very proud yesterday
Keep up the great shooting.

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Posted by Tom on Oct. 27, 2014, 10:42 a.m.

The weather is getting cooler, and the mornings are perfect for running around in the woods..............that could only mean one thing!  UPLAND BIRD SEASON IS UPON US.  That being said............TMT Hunting Preserve and Xcel have a special deal for you.  Book a 10 bird hunt, and receive 11 birds for the price of 10.  Book your hunt either with me or by calling TMT directly at 845-266-5108.  Tell Tom you saw the special deal on my web site, request me to guide for you, and you are all set.  Every 10 birds you buy,  you will receive 1 additional bird.............and I am sure Sugar or Meg will find an extra bird or two for you anyway just to sweeten the pot. 
What a GREAT DEAL!  Book your hunt Today and take advantage of our outstanding Fall weather.  The dogs are waiting.....the birds are waiting............ALL WE NEED IS YOU!  And while you are at it........view the video on my home page and find out how much fun you are missing out on.

CALL TODAY!


TOM

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Posted by Tom on Sept. 12, 2014, 8:06 a.m.

16 year old Brooke Wakefoose continues to Xcel, as she smoked the field at the recent
Hunt of  Lifetime shoot at Clinton Fish and Game Club.  Brooke posted a HOA score of 87 in route to taking the High Over All and Jr. Classes in the shoot.  16 year old Brooke showed the guys and gals how to break targets on her way to the win.  Congrats Brooke, and her proud Dad Mark.  Keep up the good work Brooke.

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Posted by Tom on Sept. 8, 2014, 12:22 p.m.

Congratulations to Jeff Hunter for winning the Class A Sporting Title at the recent Conn. State Sporting Clay Championships.  His score of 82 bested a good group of other shooters in-route to winning his first State Class A Championship.  Jeff also tied for first in the Class A F.I.T.A.S.C.   WAY TO GO JEFF......(guess losing all those dollars paid off)

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Posted by Tom on Aug. 25, 2014, 7:19 p.m.

Hey y'all.................decided to put the shotgun away and bring the fishing rods out.  I will be in
Alaska fishing from 8/13-8/24............................so I will not be reachable until the 25th.

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Posted by Tom on Aug. 12, 2014, 10:15 p.m.

Congratulations are in order to Howard Berman and John DelGigante who recently posted high scores.  Howard Berman threw up a 92 at the Great American Shoot with a personal best 9 stations run in a row.  Great Job Howard.  At the Travelers Championship, John DelGigante won Class 4 honors over a very stiff Mid Hudson tract with a 67.  Way to go John.

Keep up the great work guys................it just gets better and better

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Posted by Tom on June 24, 2014, 7:19 a.m.

Brooke Wakefoose, now also known as "Super Kid" won the Pennsylvania State SCTP Ladies Championship, recently held at Factoryville Sporting Clays, in Factoryville, Penn.  Her score of 80 bested a slew of other ladies also vying for the title.  Congratulations to Brooke and her Dad Mark for all the effort and time on the range in preparation for this championship.  WAY TO GO BROOKE................................WE ARE ALL VERY PROUD OF YOU.  Check out her picture on the HOME PAGE!

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Posted by Tom on June 15, 2014, 10:44 p.m.

Congratulations are in order for 16 year old standout Brooke Wakefoose as she took 2nd. place in the Jr. Division of the recent Wounded Warrior Shoot at Vernon National Shooting Preserve, in Vernon, NY.  15 Year Old Ira Conklin recently garnered honors at the Empire Cup, at Mid County Rod and Gun Club, In LaGrangeville, NY.  Ira took top honors winning the "D" Class as well as winning the Sub Jr. class over a very tough course that had some notable local adult shooters pulling their hair out.  His score of 74 was outstanding considering the level of the targets he faced.  Best of Luck to both Brooke and Ira, as Brooke heads to the SCTP Pennsylvania State Championships this weekend, and Ira heads to the Jr. U.S. Open in South Carolina in two weeks. Keep the great shooting going.............

In other news, Team Xcel were the team champions of the Ryan McElroy Children's Cancer Foundation Shoot at TMT Shooting Preserve in Staatsburgh, NY.  Tom, Ira Conklin Sr., Howard Berman, George Federoff, and Gary Taylor smoked the field to win the title.  Congrats of everyone.  Tom's score of 91 led the squad.  Check for a picture of the crew in the gallery.

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Posted by Tom on June 9, 2014, 10:10 p.m.

CONGRATULATIONS are in order for the following students:

Howard Breman was named honorary captain of Team USA who will compete in the World Championships in England this month.  Howard will shoot in England and we all wish him the best while over there.  Shoot well Howard.

On the home front......................Super kids Brooke Wakefoose and Ira Conklin are warming up for the competitive season with a couple of great finishes recently.  Brooke won the ladies div of a recent shoot in Ilion, NY, at the Ilion Fish and Game club, and took 3rd place in the Jr. Div. at the recent Conn. Travelers Shoot at Ten Mile River Preserve.  Ira placed very well at the Big Seafood Blast, at M & M a few weeks ago, placing 3rd. in the Jr. Div., and Sunday he placed 2nd in the Jr. Div of the same Travelers Shoot that Brooke placed in. 

Way to go......................and it is only April

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Posted by Tom on April 28, 2014, 11:32 p.m.

Howard Berman worked through some early problems shooting a 47/50 in the 12ga event, and an 89/100 in the last 100 of the main event at the Gamaliel Cup.  To give you an idea of how well Howard shot, his 89 was good enough to beat Bobby Fowler, Andy Duffy, and Jon Wooley, just to name a few  of the "Big Guns" that he bested.  Congratulations to Howard................he has really put up some fine scores to start the season, and the best is yet to come for Howard as the weather heats up, and his Perazzi gets even hotter.  Well done Howard. 

Also Congratulations go out to Ira Conklin, (they younger of the two Conklins), as Ira posted a score of 72 at the Big Seafood Blast at M & M this weekend.  Ira came in 4th in Sub Jr., and 12th in "D" class at the shoot.  For the first shoot of the 2014 season, this is a great accomplishment for Ira.....and he is looking forward to a great competitive season ahead of him.  Way to go Ira.

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Posted by Tom on April 14, 2014, 10:03 p.m.

Well it has been 8 weeks now...........and my knee is finally feeling like it is on the mend.  I can walk without the brace..............though I have to keep it on until the 27th of this month, and my quad is strong enough to support all it is supposed to support.  Still cannot drive........but hopefully, by the time the brace is off.....................I WILL BE ON THE ROAD AGAIN.  I hope to have my teaching academy up and running by the first week of April..........depending on my knee, and back to teaching at Mid Hudson and Dover,  as you read this.  One note...........on April 5th and 6th.  I will be teaching all day at Mid Hudson Sporting Clays.  I have a 9:00 slot available on April 5th for a two hour lesson.  Anyone looking for a lesson that weekend, that is my only time slot open.........so you better book fast. 

Thanks to everyone who has called, stopped over, transported me, and helped out during my surgery.  It is not 100% yet, but without people like Rick Affuso, Howard Berman, Jack Shawnassy, Mark and Brooke Wakefoose, Bob Lockett and bunch of others, I would have never made it through without going NUTZ.  The time you took to call, transport, invite, and much more was very special to me, and will never be forgotten.  Can't thank you enough.  Maybe before the weather turns really nice, I will get to drive my new Teryx4.  I will put some pictures on the site soon.

Tom
 

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Posted by Tom on March 13, 2014, 10:24 a.m.

Well...........the knee continues to improve each day, and I am back to teaching as of April 1st., so anyone wanting a lesson, I will begin to schedule after that date.  Not anywhere near 100% yet...at least a month or so from that, but at least teaching and getting more and more mobile by the day.  HURRY UP GOOD WEATHER..............................   Oh by the way..................PT is just a wonderful experience.  I recommend it to anyone with any kind of masochistic tendencies.  I believe the Marquis DeSade, Atillah the Hun, and Ivan the Terrible, all got PT degrees before they were able to torture anyone.

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Posted by Tom on March 5, 2014, 8:52 p.m.

Today, I taught my first lesson in 8 weeks......................IT WAS FANTASTIC.  So, I am back in action based on weather and still not being able to drive.  If the weather is good, I can teach without a problem, but still have to be careful on ice and slippery surfaces........but man is it great to be back out on the course..................YA HOO!!!!!!!

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Posted by Tom on Feb. 22, 2014, 11:05 p.m.

Well, first Pheasant Fest......it was a great event, and I have to give huge props to my wife Judy and my buddy Gary, and Lou from Galazan's,  for all they did for me during the trip out and back, and the event. I could not have done anything I did out there without them.   I spoke  to over a 1000 people total including the SCTP group and the adults at Pheasant Fest.  I met some great people such as Dave Miller, from CZ USA, Brett Moyes, Director of the NSCA, Niki, Publicity Director of the NSCA, Doug Turnbull, of Turnbull Manufacturing, and many many more.  My hat is off to the guys at Pheasant Fest for a great show, and God willing they will ask me back next year to speak. 

My knee is healing, and have to go back to the Doc's this week.  When the brace is right I can walk anywhere.  When it is not...................PAIN.  Hoping to get a less restrictive brace this week, and start PT..............OH JOY!, but it is a way back........so I am all for it.  If I can get a little less restrictive brace, I can go back to teaching and start to drive again.  Maybe with all this snow, God is telling me to take it easy for a while, because you will be busy when the snow melts..................hope so, but until then............I just limp along, and give Judy 15 more things to do each day.

Tom

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Posted by Tom on Feb. 17, 2014, 8:10 p.m.

Well.......had surgery on Weds., and all went well.  Great drugs, no pain, and got home safe and sound thanks to my wife Judy, and my buddy, Rick Affuso.  The next three days were uneventful, with pain, and getting used to the new brace, and three days riding the EZ-Chair.  I got up today......my goal was to be up on crutches by Super Bowl Sunday...........and it met it.  My next goal is to be back teaching by next weekend.................Working hard so that happens. 
Got to see Doc. on Thursday of this week....so I am hopeful stitches will come out, and I will get a good bil of health to start rehab.  I will keep you posted as I crawl along here.......but all looks good, and I should be 100% back by spring. 

Tom  Thanks for everyone's good wishes and prayers.

Tom

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Posted by Tom on Feb. 2, 2014, 12:09 p.m.

Hi everyone.  Well, after having fallen on ice, I now find I am facing surgery on my right knee for a torn quad tendon.  Looks like for me instead of frequenting the clay target courses, I will be riding my couch and living room chair for the next month plus.  If any one wants lessons during this time, I will be checking my email, (like I will have anything else to do) I can set you up with another instructor in the area.   My goal is to be back teaching by March 15th, but only God and my Dr. will know for sure.  Drop me a line when  you can, I would enjoy hearing from everyone.

See you soon

Tom

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Posted by Tom on Jan. 22, 2014, 9:13 p.m.

     They say when you retire if you stop doing things..................you just stop, if you know what I mean.  Well, I don't plan on stopping any time soon, so for 2014 I am going to introduce.........."The ShotKam".  Many times I have had students tell me they were not sure where they were OR were 100% sure of where they were.......and the target did not break.  Now you will be able to pull the trigger, and see EXACTLY where you are on the computer screen in the Ranger.  I will be setting up SHOTKAM lessons in the spring for those students desiring them.  SHOTKAM lessons will be the same price as regular lessons, but they will be 3 hours in length to allow for viewing the SHOTKAM, and not deminishing trigger time.  Call me today to discuss your SHOTKAM lesson

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Posted by Tom on Dec. 14, 2013, 4:59 p.m.

Yesterday I received an email from a local on line Auction company.  In the email was the usual auction stuff, but one thing caught my eye........."Wholesale Toy Auction".  WOW........would that make a bunch of kids happy for Christmas.  Well, I am now bidding on 4-5 pallets of toys from this auction house to make a few more needy kids happy this Christmas.............and the card will read............."The students of Xcel Sporting Clay Instruction"......all of you made this happen, now you just need to cross your fingers I can win the bidding.  All of you give me so much each time you break a target, shoot well in a tournament, or just grin from ear to ear when you do something with that shotgun you never thought possible........now I get to give something back................for you.  So keep  your fingers crossed............I may even be calling some of you to help me.......................4-5 pallets of toys is a bunch of toys, so don't hang up if I call.  I WILL NEED A BUNCH OF ELVES TO TAKE CARE OF THAT MANY TOYS.  (No Santa fat jokes either)  I will keep you posted..........the auction ends Sunday Nov. 24th, at 7:30 est.

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Posted by Tom on Nov. 23, 2013, 7:49 p.m.

Over the past year Xcel has developed a series of clay target clinics, and have debuted them at a number of clubs in the area and northeast.  WELL THEY ARE A SMASH HIT.  Shooters have raved about the level of instruction, content, and value, so for 2014 we are doing more of them.  We are now developing Novice, Ladies/youth, and Advanced shooters clinics.  Look at the schedule of events to find out where these clinics will be held, and what clinics will be offered.  These clinics offer real value for anyone wanting to improve their shooting, or begin finding out what the clay target sports are all about.  For additional information on any our our clinics, locations, or schedule, please feel free to email or call me.  2014 looks to be a fantastic year, and it would be our pleasure to welcome the new year with a few more broken targets on your score card.  WITH THE HOLIDAYS COMING UP..............GIVE THE GIFT OF A FEW MORE TARGETS ON YOUR SHOT GUNNERS CARD, WITH A GIFT OF A CLINIC OR LESSON.  CALL TODAY, AND WE WILL GET A CERTIFICATE OUT TO YOU........

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Posted by Tom on Nov. 14, 2013, 8:33 a.m.

WOW..........................................it has been a tough couple of months trying to get Meg ready for the upcoming hunting season.................but I think she has finally got it.  Over the past week or so, I have had her over a ton of chuker and hens, and the little squirt has done a great job.  This to the dismay of her mother Sugar who screams to high heaven when I take Meg out of the create, and leave her in there.  This 30lb ball of fire is proving she has the hard nosed attitude of her Mother Sugar, and the personality of her father Benny.  Book a hunt now and experience what these pint sized dogs can do in the field.

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Posted by Tom on Oct. 11, 2013, 6:25 p.m.

     It is with a great sense of pride and accomplishment, that as of September 3, 2013, Tom has been admitted for membership to the British Guild of Shooting Instructors.  In June of this year, Mr. Peter Harris, of the Guild, evaluated Tom while he was in the U.S..  After that evaluation, Mr. Harris returned to England, reviewed the qualifications with the other Guild Selection board members, and formal admittance into the Guild was offered this week.  The Guild is one of the Worlds foremost clays and wing shooting instructor organizations.  The instructor standards are very high, and only 6 instructors in the United States have been awarded membership.  I am both humbled and excited at the same time, and look forward to working with other Guild Members, both in the U.S. and overseas to foster excellence in clays in wing shooting instruction.  This is an honor I will cherish for the rest of my life.

Tom Fiumarello

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Posted by Tom on Sept. 6, 2013, 1:57 p.m.

Well it finally happened............super kid Brooke Wakefoose has now decided to give shooting lessons instead of taking them.  At the Final Flight shoot at Whitetail Preserve on Sunday.  Brooke twirled a super score of 89........taking the ladies title, while her coach, Tom, scored an 88 to take the high male award.  Since Brooke kicked Tom's butt............he has now scheduled a series of lessons with her in the hopes of improving his shooting.  Anyone wanting a lesson from Brooke can either .............try to take her on, on the sporting course, (at your own risk), or book a lesson with her and find out what she knows that Tom does not..........(and most likely will not tell him)

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Posted by Tom on July 28, 2013, 10:10 p.m.

Super Kid............Brooke Wakefoose ventured north this weekend to Clinton Fish and Game Clubs annual Boy Scout Benefit Shoot.  15 year old Brooke took home top honors in Lady and "B" Class.  Not to shabby for a young lady that has been shooting less than a year.  Brooke will now be representing Thomas Ferney Shotguns and Acc. for the upcoming 2014 shotgun season.  Keep an eye for this young lady...........she is on her way

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Posted by Tom on July 24, 2013, 1:11 p.m.

Rising shooting star Brooke Wakefoose recently took home 2-3rd. place medals at the North Carolina Clays Shoot, at Primland, Meadows of Dan, Virginia.  Brooke had a great tournament taking places in both Ladies and Jr. Shooter ranks.  A couple of targets more and Brooke would have won both titles.  Not bad for a young lady that has been shooting less than 8 months.  Way to go Brookster......................In her first year of competition, she won the Youth Div at the Wounded Warrior Shoot, at Vernon National, her SCTP came in 2nd at the Penn. State SCTP shoot, and now these medal.  Brooke will also be representing Thomas Ferney Shotguns in the coming season...........so look for more great things from Brooke in the months to come.

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Posted by Tom on July 15, 2013, 9:42 p.m.

CONGRATULATIONS TO BROOKE WAKEFOOSE AND HOWARD BERMAN FOR OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCES AT RECENT SPORTING TOURNAMENTS.  HOWARD BERMAN CAME IN 2ND IN VETERANS AND MASTER CLASS AT THE U.S. OPEN IN 20 BORE CLASS, SHOOTING AN OUTSTANDING 94 IN THE TOURNAMENT.  WAY TO GO HOWARD.  AT THE WOUNDED WARRIOR EVENT AT VERNON NATIONAL SHOOTING PRESERVE, 15 YEAR OLD BROOKE WAKEFOOSE WON THE YOUTH DIVISION WITH A SCORE OF 71, AND THIS PAST WEEKEND, HER NEW JERSEY SQUAD TOOK 2ND. PLACE IN THE VARSITY DIV. OF THE PENNSYLVANIA STATE SCTP SPORTING CLAY TOURNAMENT.  THE WOUNDED WARRIOR EVENT WAS BROOKE'S FIRST EVER TOURNAMENT, AND THE SCTP EVENT HER 2ND.  WATCH OUT SHOOTERS WHEN SHE GETS SOME EXPERIENCE.   HOWARD WAS ALSO RECENTLY NAMED TO THE ALL-NEW YORK STATE SPORTING CLAYS TEAM IN VETERANS CLASS.

CONGRATULATIONS TO BOTH HOWARD AND BROOKE FOR WELL DESERVED TOURNAMENT RESULTS AND ACCOLADES.

TOM

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Posted by Tom on June 17, 2013, 10:44 a.m.

WOW...........................This has been some whirlwind of a few weeks.  I am behind on everything...........so here goes. 

                                1.  The Wounded Warrior Shoot at Vernon National was  huge success.  The weather held out............and everything was great.  I was so pumped up, I lost 7 targets out of 14 on the first two stations I shot, before I came down to earth........lost 6 more targets on the next 12 stations and shot a very respectable 87, coming in 3rd. by two targets.  We made a good amount of money for the Therapy Pool at Ft. Drum, and weather you shot 87 or 7 did not make a difference.  The cause was the reason to be there, not your score.  108 shooters enjoyed a great day.
                                 2.  The Paragon Clays Clinic at Guarino Farms was nothing short of SPECTACULAR this past weekend.  30 Shooters over two days enjoyed the best of everything.  Food, targets and Instruction.  The feed back from the shooters was either Excellent or Fantastic on all of our evaluations..........and another clinic will be scheduled for the Fall.  In July Guarino Farms will be hosting a "Target Reading" Clinic, with a date to be announced.  I will be hosting and teaching the clinic, with only 5 shooters per day allowed.  Once the date is announced...............if you are interested, I would not wait long to  register.  If you are interested.............email me, and I will email you the date we announce the details.
                                 3.  My Teaching Academy at Guarino Farms is Open, and I have been actively teaching there.  It is an OUTSTANDING facility to learn at.  I can throw targets up to 60 yards or more.and every presentation is there to test you.  Newbie or seasoned shooter having problems with a specific target.  THIS IS THE PLACE TO GO.  No more lesson interruptions from shooters using a course.............no more searching for the target that gives you fits.........or having shoot with people watching you as a newbie.  Schedule a lesson..........the facility and my attention is all yours.  Give me a call and I would be glad to show you the course and teaching facility.  It is the only dedicated teaching facility in New York State.........set up with 6 shooting boxes at various angles to the traps, and 8 traps, throwing every target you can imagine.....from Rabbits to teals, Crossing to Chondelles..................AND A 30' TOWER.  Book a lesson today and find out just how good you really can be.

Well that is about it................all up to date.  See you on the course

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Posted by Tom on June 7, 2013, 5:22 p.m.

     In a few weeks the area's first dedicated Clays and Wing Shooting Teaching facility will soon be open.  Guarino Farm's in Marlboro, NY has enlisted Tom Fiumarello to help design and head the new Clays teaching facility.  The facility will be equipped with 6 new Mattarelli Trap Machines, a 30' Tower, a Promatic Flurry machine, and five teaching stations, allowing angles on all types of targets to be changed without moving any traps.  Crossing, Teal, Chondelle, Rabbit, and Quartering Targets will be constantly set up, as well as a tower shot, to allow teaching and practice on any presentation a shooter may need help with.  The "Huntsman" by Promatic, can duplicate those tough grouse, or quail shots you have been missing, and will prove to be invaluable to the wing shooter wanting to improve his or her game. 

     Guarino Farms also features a 10 station Sporting Clays course, as well as trout ponds, picnic area, dog training facility, pool and club house, for the St. Hubert's club private facility, which is on the grounds.  Two bed and breakfasts as well as, meeting and dining rooms are available to rent.  Alan and Kathy Guarino invite you to come and view this beautiful upscale facility, in the heart of Hudson Valley apple country.

To schedule a lesson, or to view and tour this beautiful facility call Kathy at 914-474-8996
or you may contact Tom directly.  We anticipate the facility to be ready to teach, on or before April 15th, 2013.  I will keep you posted

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Posted by Tom on March 19, 2013, 1:47 p.m.

Well...............I am back from Pheasant Fest, (say that three times quickly), and it was PHANTASTIC.............to say the least.  The Wing Shooting Seminars were filled to capacity, with a lot of laughs and plenty of info.  So much so, after each seminar I spent almost an hour afterwards answering questions in the hallway.  It was great.  I also had the opportunity to address the SCTP kids and their parents.  That was very rewarding the the talk was entitled, "Time for a little Respect and Responsibility".  It was very well received, and I will try and get it up on my site................but don't be hopeful, I barely can write on this thing.  Well, good weather is right around the corner, so all of you dust off that shotgun, and get to breaking some clays.................see ya soon.

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Posted by Tom on Feb. 25, 2013, 9:32 a.m.

Holiday Gift Certificates for lessons, guided hunts, and gun fittings are now on sale. 

Deal #1.  Purchase a 2 hour lesson gift certificate, and
                 the ammo is FREE. (100 rounds of 12 or 20ga)

Deal #2.  Purchase a gun fitting gift certificate, and the   
                 targets to test the fit, are FREE.

Deal #3.  Purchase a 2 hour lesson gift certificate to
                 introduce a NEW shooter, and receive $50.00
                 off the normal instruction price.

Specials cannot be combined, and gift certificates valid for 1 year from purchase.  Visa, Mastercard, and Discover Accepted.

Have a wonderful Holiday Season............and keep those targets breaking over the winter.
From my family.............Myself, Judy, Sugar, and Nutmeg..........may the Holiday Season bring you joy, happiness, and oh yes...............a couple of extra magic
BB's a round could not hurt either.

 

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Posted by Tom on Nov. 30, 2012, 4:27 p.m.

PHEASANT FEST 2013 is scheduled for Feb. 15,16, & 17, 2013, In Minneapolis, Minn, and Pheasants Forever, the sponsoring organization, has asked Tom to speak on Wing Shooting at it's annual event.  They have asked Tom to do two seminars per day, on each of the days of Pheasant Fest.  The annual gathering of over 50,000 upland bird hunters, is the organizations premiere event, and it is quite an honor to be asked to be part of this.  Tom will also be speaking to a number of SCTP Youth Scholastic Shooting Teams that will be attending the event.  Now if he does not get stranded in 10' of snow while he is out there, things should go very well.  Let you know how it goes when I get back.............I am excited as could be to be part of the festivities.

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Posted by Tom on Oct. 8, 2012, 4:55 p.m.

This will be a wonderful event for all you ladies that shoot, or want to learn.  On Friday July 13th, 7-10:00 come join other ladies like yourself at a wine and cheese get together with prizes, entertainment, and an instructor auction.  Laughs until you cry.  Then on Saturday July 14th......the fun really begins
.                                                        Breakfast
                                                         50 Bird Shoot the course with Instruction
                                                         BBQ lunch
                                                         100 Bird fun shoot with your instructor Shotgun Slave
                                                         Including free ammo
                                                         Wine, Drinks, and Cheese
                                                         Lobster and Steak Dinner
                                                         Prizes, etc.
                                                         2 Hour Comedy show featuring:
                                                         Crazy Gene Triffilo, from Last Comic Standing, and
                                                                                          the improv
                                                         Tom Anzalone, From Carolines, NYC, Showtime &
                                                                                  Judge on Last comic standing.

All for $165.00.  Call Tom at 845-625-3151 to register, or go to www.vernonnational.com, and download the reg form.  This will be a fantastic evening
                                          

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Posted by Tom on July 13, 2012, 7 p.m.

Our Brittany Sugar had a wonderful litter of pups in May, and they are just about ready to go.  I have selected a male to keep, and start working for this hunting season, but I really don't see him getting much time out because of his age, but I will get him over birds in the coming months.  All 8 pups have been spoken for, and we are looking forward to a great hunting season in the fall and winter

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Posted by Tom on July 4, 2012, 3:30 p.m.

Wow......April was a busy month.  Teaching, getting the Academy up and running, Shooting some tournaments..............and May looks like it is getting filled.  The main news is the Wounded Warrior event at Vernon National.  Boy, don't miss that shoot, great food, great targets, great prizes...........all for a great cause, OUR GUYS IN UNIFORM.  Check out the Vernon National Website to get more info. 

Clinics galore at Vernon National Clays Academy.............take a look at the events page for the clinics over the spring and summer.  There is something there for everyone, at great prices.  Learning this game and having fun, does not have to be expensive.....come to one of our clinics today.

Vernon National is expanding this summer..............new outdoor pistol range.  Skeet Field, 3D Archery Course, and Indoor Archery Range..............what a great place.

Email me your questions, and if I use your question to answer for my "TIPS section, I will send you a certificate for a free 1 hour lesson.  One certificate per month.

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Posted by Tom on April 17, 2012, 5:52 p.m.

Xcel Sporting Clay Instruction has launched its new website! More news to come, please take a look around and don't hesitate to contact!

Tom

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Posted by Tom on April 7, 2012, 4:14 a.m.