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Bruce Piatt, John Pride, Doug Koenig and Carl Bernosky
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Rarely do you find four of the top U.S. contenders in one spot. (l. to r.) Bruce Piatt, John Pride, Doug Koenig and Carl Bernosky were available between events to talk with fellow shooters about their equipment and shooting experiences.

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Julie Golob | 2010 Bianchi Cup
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We asked Julie Golob what was on her mind here, after her final event—the Mover. “My 10-, 15- and 20-yard targets were clean [perfect score]. I knew I had a shot that wasn’t dialed in on the 25-yard line. Here, I was dreading seeing just how far out it was. Turns out it was an 8 and I ended up with a 478/480. I really wanted to clean it but was happy to end the match on a high note.”

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Doug Koenig | 2010 Bianchi Cup
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After his first event on the Barricade, we asked what 2010 Champion Doug Koenig was thinking. “My thoughts were that I left a few Xs on the table that I may need, shooting 45 out of 48 Xs.”

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Bianchi Cup Awards
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Many more than just the top pros receive a trophy, plaque or medal for their accomplishments. Over 150 awards were distributed during awards night, in addition to cash, product samples and over 40 handguns by random draw.

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Jerry Miculek | 2010 Bianchi Cup
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World’s fastest revolver shooter, Jerry Miculek was available at the practice range to share tips and swap stories. Here, Jerry readies for the Colt Celebrity Speed match, a popular event for spectators.

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2010 Bianchi Cup Women's Awards
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The awards ceremony has all the glamour you would expect of a prestigious world championship, including the top women shooters in their evening gowns on the red carpet: (l. to r.) Vera Koo, Jessie Harrison and Julie Golob.

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Kenda Lenseigne | 2010 Bianchi Cup
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Among the celebrities participating in this year’s NRA Bianchi Cup was Kenda Lenseigne of Washington State. In 2009, she became the first woman in Cowboy Mounted Shooting Association (CMSA) history to win the Overall at a World Championship. Six months later, she again made history by becoming the first woman to win the Overall at the Nationals. With a background in various equestrian disciplines, Lenseigne devotes much of her time to training horses and riders for mounted shooting, while competing in over 30 events yearly.
Says Lenseigne, “I have new respect for not only handling my firearm, but also for accuracy in target shooting. It was an eye-opening experience having to aim at a small target at long range—far different than flying by a balloon, CMSA-style. I found the competitors at the NRA Bianchi Cup to be extremely helpful, friendly and accommodating, not only to me as a newcomer, but to each other as well. Overall my experience at the Cup was an enjoyable memory I will not soon forget.”
Says Lenseigne, “I have new respect for not only handling my firearm, but also for accuracy in target shooting. It was an eye-opening experience having to aim at a small target at long range—far different than flying by a balloon, CMSA-style. I found the competitors at the NRA Bianchi Cup to be extremely helpful, friendly and accommodating, not only to me as a newcomer, but to each other as well. Overall my experience at the Cup was an enjoyable memory I will not soon forget.”