Registration Open for 2026 Winchester Top Shot Youth Championship Powered By White Flyer

CLAYTON, MO (February 11, 2026) — Registration is now open for the third annual Winchester Top Shot Youth Championship, Powered by White Flyer. The event will be held on April 18, 2026, at legendary NILO^®, the famous Winchester hunting and shooting sport facility in Brighton, IL.
The event is specifically designed for sport shooters of all skill levels aged 12 to 21, however, parents and coaches will also be allowed to participate. With significant support from Winchester, White Flyer, and other generous event sponsors, there will be more than $15,000 in prizes for participants.
Registration fee includes 100 sporting clays targets, 100 rounds of Winchester^® Super-Target^® shotgun shells, and a Winchester gift. In addition to the main event, there will be side games and food trucks on site making this event an excellent opportunity for families to enjoy a day together and take in the beautiful scenery at NILO.
For more information, and to register, call 618-466-0613 or email infonilo@winchester.com. Watch the NILO short film to learn more about this historic NILO Hunting and Shooting Sport Facility.

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