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Michigan Technological University Recreation

Michigan Technological University Recreation

Top Dog Indoor Pistol Competition

Saturday, February 14, 2026


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Registration and payment can be completed online or at the SDC Ticket Office. Shooting Range release, safety briefing, and weapons registry will be completed on event day. The SDC is not responsible for lost or stolen property. Please do not leave valuables unattended.

Safety briefing at 8:30 am, event runs 9:00 am - 2:00 pm, with awards to follow. Awards will be given for 1st through 3rd in Master, Expert, Sharpshooter and Marksman in three shooting categories - Semi-Auto, Open, and Revolver. A Top Dog award for top shooter will also be given for the best combined score in all 3 events. Door prizes and other giveaways will take place throughout the day. Open to ages 18 and up, No experience necessary.

Course of Fire (mags loaded to a maximum of 6 rounds)

  • 6 shots from 10 yd in 10 seconds standing.
  • 12 shots at 15 yd line kneeling 30 seconds (yes there is a reload here)
  • 25 yd line will be 12 shots standing 30 seconds (yes there is a reload here also)

We will be using the Lewis class system to determine alignment of classes.

Classes

  • Semi-Auto - any 9mm or larger caliber with iron sights. No red dot, no compensator, no mag well
  • Open Class - 9mm or larger, red dots allowed, compensators & mag wells
  • Revolver - .38 Special or larger, iron sights

For more information, contact Jeff Stroud at 906-370-8288 or jsstroud@mtu.edu.

Location

SDC Shooting Range

Special Requirements

  • Minimum age 18 years old.
  • Eye and ear protection

Spring 2026

New Registration System Launching Spring!
We’re upgrading to a new recreation program registration system to better support youth and adult programs!
Create your account early to be ready! *Note: Due to system constraints, only current students, faculty, and staff may use an MTU email. All others must use or create a different email address to create an account.

Additional information on how to create your user account can be found here.

Registration and payment can be completed online, or at the SDC Ticket Office. A parent or legal guardian is required to sign waiver of liability and concussion awareness forms for all youth classes.

MTU Recreation Programs Cancellation Policy


Date

Saturday, February 14, 2026

REGISTER NOW!

Registration opens on December 12 at 8:00 am.
Registration closes on February 11 at 11:59 pm. 

Cost

Entry fee $10.50/person
Additional $7/round paid in the Range (cash only, 5 max)

Thank you, Sponsors!

Northwoods Sporting Goods 906 Tactical      CRKT     Weapon Shield     Guardian Nation

About the Range Master

Jeff Stroud, educational consultant, started 906 Tactical in August 2008. Jeff is the MTU Range Master as well as a NRA Chief Range Safety Officer & Instructor, Michigan Coalition of Responsible Gun Owners (MCRGO) Master instructor, Range Master Master pistol instructor,  I.C.E. Defensive Coach & Counter Ambush Training instructor, US Concealed Carry Association (USCCA) Defensive lvl 1 instructor, MCOLES authorized trainer, a cadre-level instructor for Combat Speed LLC, a graduate of Dave Spaulding's Legacy Complete Package Course, and a graduate of Shivworks ECQC Course.

Jeff is a member of the International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA), the US Practical Shooting Association (USPSA), the RUDY Project National Shooting Team, and the International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association (ILEETA).

Email: jsstroud@mtu.edu

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