Junior Shooting Programs

The Mississippi Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) Junior Shooting initiative, based in Woodville, Mississippi, is a premier youth shooting sports organization dedicated to developing marksmanship skills and discipline in young competitors.

The Mississippi CMP Junior Shooting Programs provide structured competitive opportunities for youth shooters in 3-position air rifle competition and precision rifle events. This organization has a proven track record of developing championship-caliber young marksmen through rigorous training and competitive platforms.

• •3-Position Air Rifle Championships - Compete in prone, standing, and sitting positions
• •Precision Rifle Competition - Advanced competitive rifle events
• •Junior Olympic Competition - Pathway to national-level shooting sports
• •Team Competitions - ROTC teams, 4-H groups, and at-large shooters
• •Summer Shooting Camps - Intensive training programs for skill development

The program serves multiple competitive organizations including: - AJROTC Units - Air Force Junior ROTC programs - NJROTC Units - Naval Junior ROTC programs - 4-H Shooting Sports - Youth development through 4-H chapters - At-Large Competitors - Independent youth shooters - Gun Club Teams - Regional shooting club organizations

Based in Woodville, Mississippi, the program utilizes Jackson Barracks facilities for championship events and training. Contact Jack Withers, the Mississippi State Junior Shooting Director, for information on program participation, shooting camps, and competitive opportunities.

Participants gain valuable experience in firearm safety, marksmanship technique, competitive discipline, and teamwork through structured coaching and competitive frameworks.