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This weeks Shooter showcase. 🔫
Meet Anthony Matarese Jr., a seasoned clay target shooter with an impressive journey in the sport. Anthony’s passion for shooting began at a young age, as he shot his first competition in March of 1995 at just 10 years old. But his introduction to shooting goes back even further, as he fondly recalls carrying a .410 in the field with his dad before stepping into the competitive arena.
Clay target shooting entered Anthony’s life through hunting with his Father. With his family owning and operating a hunting preserve that included a small sporting clays range, Anthony had the opportunity to gain his skills from an early age. Starting with shooting clays off a manual handset trap, he quickly developed a love for the sport that would shape his future.
Today, Anthony is a force to be reckoned with in the world of sporting clays and FITASC, wielding a Beretta SL2 with 32” barrels as his weapon of choice. But alongside his dedication to shooting, Anthony faces his own set of challenges. As the father of four children, ranging from 9 years old to 9 months, he grapples with balancing his desire to compete at the highest level with his responsibilities to his family and work.
Despite his personal challenges, Anthony remains committed to the sport and its community. If given the chance to change one thing about the sport, Anthony would strive to see the top 20 shooters in the world have the opportunity to make a good living from sponsorships and winnings as professional shooters. It’s this dedication to both the sport and its athletes that sets Anthony apart in the world of clay target shooting.
Thank you for sharing your journey. It certainly is a great one. We sincerely wish you every success.
