Where do you live and what is your home range?

Live in Newcastle and shoot at Seaham range

When did you first start benchrest?

Started at our local club matches in 1995

Who helped you in the early days?

Tony Allinson, Fred Lawler and Trevor Whittaker, later on – Paul Sullivan and Steve Sori

What was your first BR rifle?

Trued Rem 700 6PPC in an alloy RTM stock with a 36x Leupold

When did you get your first HOF point?

2013 in 200 yd Sporter

What year did you qualify?

2023

Where do you shoot most?

Mostly Seaham range in Newcastle and occasionally at Canberra

Which ranges do you like and dislike and why?

I like all ranges but Coffs Harbour is my favourite, and my home range because it’s quite challenging

Which matches do you like most each year?

I particularly enjoy Australia Day and the Banana Coast matches

Have you shot overseas, when, where, how did you go?

Shot in WBC in NZ in 2017 and team came 8th, and WBC in Canada in 2019 where the team finished in 3rd place

What is your current equipment?

1 - Bat 3 Lug/Krieger barrels/Scarbrough stock/NF 42 x 44 Competition Scope

2 - Farley Black Widow/Bartlien barrels/Scoville stock/NF 42 x 44 Competition Scope

What is your philosophy for benchrest?

Always having a positive attitude, and never giving up. Even if not shooting well, I always try to find a positive to take away from the day

What advice would you give to new shooters?

Ask around among the experienced shooters for advice/opinions on things before deciding what gear to buy. Most shooters are very approachable and happy to let someone try their equipment if it helps them decide what is right for them. Then buy the best you can afford, and practice. Finding a mentor in the early stages would be a great help, and shorten the learning curve considerably. Don’t be afraid to ask questions, and have fun.