The Mindset That Built Justin Watts Into a PRS Champion

The Mindset That Built Justin Watts Into a PRS Champion

What does it take to become one of the best precision rifle shooters in the country? In this episode, Justin Watts shares the story behind his journey—from serving as an Army sniper and overcoming life after the military to building FallBrawl, climbing the Precision Rifle Series rankings, and becoming one of the sport's top competitors. We dive into the lessons Justin learned through failure, competition, training, and relentless practice, along with practical advice that every PRS shooter can apply to improve their own performance. In this episode: • Justin's military background and sniper experience • Finding purpose after the military • Building FallBrawl into a premier shooting facility • How he climbed from last place to winning PRS matches • The mindset required to compete at the highest level • Why comparison can kill your progress • Practical tips for improving your precision rifle shooting Whether you're new to Precision Rifle Series competition or you've been shooting for years, this conversation is packed with valuable insights from one of the sport's most respected competitors. Subscribe for more conversations with the top shooters, match directors, and industry leaders in precision rifle shooting. #PRS #PrecisionRifle #LongRangeShooting #JustinWatts #ShootingSports #ArmySniper #LongRange #PrecisionRifleSeries

Inside One of PRS's Hardest Matches

The Haunted Epic has earned a reputation as one of the toughest and most respected matches in Precision Rifle Series competition—and this year was no exception. In this episode, we're joined by match directors George Gardner and Brian Sykes, along with 2026 Haunted Epic champion Austin Bushman, to break down one of the wildest matches of the season. From 40+ mph wind gusts and natural terrain to stage design philosophy and match strategy, this conversation goes deep into what separates the Haunted Epic from every other PRS event. In this episode: Austin Bushman's winning performance How to manage extreme wind conditions What makes the Haunted Epic so challenging Stage design and match director philosophy The story behind building the Haunted Epic Why difficult matches make better competitors Mental preparation under pressure Equipment, bullets, and match strategy The future of PRS match design Whether you're a seasoned PRS competitor or preparing for your very first match, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to build—and win—one of the most demanding competitions in precision rifle shooting. If you enjoy the episode, be sure to subscribe and let us know which guest you'd like to hear from next. #PRS #PrecisionRifle #HauntedEpic #LongRangeShooting #AustinBushman #HornadyPRC #PrecisionRifleSeries #CompetitionShooting #ForsterProducts #LongRange

The Man Behind Geissele's PRS Matches

In this episode, we sit down with Drew Walter—2025 PRS Regional Match Director of the Year—to talk about what it takes to build memorable PRS matches, grow a shooting community, and host some of the most respected events in precision rifle competition. From getting his start as a match director in 2019 to helping develop the Geissele Precision Rifle Range, Drew shares the lessons he's learned from hosting national and regional matches, designing challenging but fair stages, and constantly refining the shooter experience. In this episode: •Drew Walter's journey into match directing •Building the Geissele Precision Rifle Range •What makes a great PRS stage •Lessons learned from hosting national matches •How course design has evolved over the years •The growth of the Geissele Gas Gun Series •Why gas gun competition is attracting new shooters •Running regional matches while competing nationwide •Travel, RV life, and balancing business with competition •The PRS community and what makes it unique Whether you're a competitor, match director, or someone thinking about shooting your first PRS match, this conversation offers a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into creating great events and why the PRS community continues to grow. If you enjoy the episode, be sure to like, subscribe, and let us know which guest you'd like to see on the podcast next.

(SHOW EP20) MDT Midsummer: Stories From the Top Shooters

The MDT Midsummer Match is in the books, and we're breaking down everything that happened. In this episode, we recap one of the toughest PRS matches of the season, discuss the challenging course of fire, analyze what separated the top shooters, and hear firsthand from the match winner about the equipment, strategy, and mindset that led to victory. We also dive into the new 120-grain bullet that's already making waves after taking home a major win. In this episode: MDT Midsummer match recap Course of fire breakdown How the winning stage played out The new 120-grain bullet performance PRS gear, rifles, and load discussion Wind calls and target acquisition Match strategy from the top finishers Punisher Positional recap The latest updates from the PRS community Whether you're a seasoned competitor or just getting started in PRS, this episode is packed with practical insights and behind-the-scenes stories from one of the biggest matches of the year. If you enjoy the show, be sure to subscribe, leave a like, and let us know what topics you'd like us to cover next. #PRS #PrecisionRifle #LongRangeShooting #MDT #ForsterProducts #Reloading #PrecisionShooting #ShootingSports #CompetitionShooting #RifleBuilds

If You're Scared to Start PRS, Watch This

What does it actually take to start from scratch in Precision Rifle Series competition? In this episode, we sit down with Richard and Gage to discuss their journey from knowing almost nothing about long-range shooting to becoming one of the most recognized father-son teams in PRS. From sharing a single rifle during ammo shortages to traveling across the country chasing matches, they break down exactly what they would do differently if they had to start over today. We discuss: • How they got started in PRS in 2022 • Building skills with limited equipment and experience • Why dry-fire practice accelerated improvement • The calibers they would choose if starting over • Lessons learned from shooting hundreds of stages • How mentorship helped shorten the learning curve • The mental game of competition shooting • Father-son dynamics on and off the firing line • Building a business around their passion for shooting • Advice for new shooters looking to get into PRS Whether you're brand new to PRS, looking to improve faster, or simply enjoy hearing stories from competitors who have put in the work, this episode is packed with practical advice and real-world experience. If you're thinking about getting started in Precision Rifle Series competition, this is an episode you won't want to miss. #PRS #PrecisionRifleSeries #LongRangeShooting #PrecisionRifle #PRSCompetition #ShootingSports #RifleShooting #LongRange #FatherAndSon #PRSPodcast #PrecisionShooting #CompetitionShooting