THE GUYANA Sport Shooting Federation (GSSF), an affiliate of the Steel Challenge Shooting Association (SCSA), is set to run off its inaugural Steel Challenge Match in Guyana this Saturday at the Timehri Ranges. Steel Challenge is completely new to competitive shooters in Guyana and in the circumstances, the GSSF is endeavouring to pioneer, grow and promote this sport to its members and affiliates nationwide. 

Roul Bhudu, GSSF committee member, explained that “it is the ideal event for people from all backgrounds; professionals, beginners, the young as well as shooters that have limited mobility who would otherwise be unable to compete. Steel Challenge provides a very level playing field where pistol shooters can compete.”
Last Wednesday, the GSSF secured a donation of international grade steel targets and stands needed to host the event from Doc.com Pharmacy which is located on Carmichael Street opposite the Woodlands Hospital.
Pravesh Harry, Managing Director of Doc.com said that he’s “pleased to support the GSSF and the role they play in promoting sport shooting both locally and internationally. “I will continue to help them whenever I can in their ventures,” he promised.
Kevin Jaikaran of Ken’s Mufflers located at Montrose ECD facilitated the fabrication of the targets and various target stands.
“Steel Challenge matches are fun for both competitors and spectators,” stated Vidushi Persaud, president of the GSSF, who added, “This shooting sport and its rules are easy to understand. Fast shooting, reactive targets sounding the hits and the time make up the score. By maintaining consistent challenges from year to year, the competition lends itself to the notion of setting – and breaking – speed records, which greatly adds to the excitement for all.”
At the handing-over ceremony, Ryan McKinnon, the GSSF assistant secretary/treasurer was on hand to accept the completed steel targets and in his comments he expressed how strict safety rules and adherence to world standards provide for a safe and enjoyable time for people of all walks of life.
According to McKinnon: “We at the GSSF will continue to strictly follow guidelines set out by our affiliate bodies and provide the relevant safety training to all our members so that our matches will be at the highest international standard. Our match officials have international certification and experience in administering such competitions.”
He thanked the management of Doc.com Pharmacy and Ken’s Mufflers for their kind donations.