Ohio State Trapshooting Association

The Ohio State Trapshooting Association (OSTA) is one of the oldest and most respected trapshooting organizations in the United States, with a storied history dating back to 1887. We are dedicated to promoting trapshooting as an enjoyable sport with a signature commitment to safety and good sportsmanship.

OSTA provides comprehensive trapshooting opportunities and programs throughout Ohio:

• •State Tournaments - The Ohio State Shoot is recognized as one of the best state trapshooting tournaments in the USA
• •Zone Shoots - Organized shoots across four zones: Southwest, Southeast, Northwest, and Northeast
• •Youth Programs - Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) development and youth shooter advancement
• •Champion of Champions Competition - Elite championship events for top shooters
• •All-Ohio Team Selection - Recognition and team formation for Ohio's premier shooters
• •Scholarship Administration - Educational support for young trap shooters
• •Club Networking & Directory - Comprehensive resource connecting shooters with affiliated clubs across Ohio

Ohio has always been a trapshooting powerhouse. Our state produced George Ligowsky, who invented the first clay target in 1880. The OSTA has been instrumental in advancing the sport, from the development of automatic trap machines to pioneering women's shooting clubs and the introduction of doubles trap.

OSTA serves Ohio shooters and gun clubs through: - Shoot calendar coordination and registration - ATA registered shoot and league administration - Board of Directors oversight and governance - State shoot results tracking - Foundation and scholarship programs - Hall of Fame recognition

To register a shoot or league, contact OSTA Secretary Noreen Snively. Current membership dues ($25 annually) are required for shoot registration.