Sam Leiendecker
2023 World Police & Fire Games – Gold Medalist (High Overall)
About Sam
I’m from Hereford, Arizona and currently living in Bottineau, North Dakota. I’ve been competing for 21 years, starting in 2005. I first got into shooting through the JROTC 10-meter air rifle team in high school before transitioning into trap, skeet, and sporting clays through the Scholastic Clay Target Program. I later attended Lindenwood University where I competed on the shotgun team and earned four consecutive national championship titles.
“Get a good gun fit so you can hit where you’re looking, and use strong visual hold points to maximize your visual advantage.”
Quick Facts
Highlights
- 2025 Pre-Autumn Grand – Singles Champion
- 2025 Nevada State Shoot – Non-Resident AA Champion & AA High All Around Champion
- 2025 Southwestern Grand – Singles Runner-Up Champion & AA High All Around Champion
- 2025 Heartland Grand – AA High Overall Champion
- 2025 World Police & Fire Games – Gold Medalist (Sporting Clays) & Silver Medalist (High Overall)
- 2024 Southwestern Grand – AA High Overall Champion
- 2024 Heartland Grand – Handicap Runner-Up Champion
- 2024 U.S. Open – Handicap Runner-Up Champion
- 2023 World Police & Fire Games – Gold Medalist (High Overall, Trap Singles, Trap Doubles)
- State Teams: 2024–2026 North Dakota Men’s Team | 2014 Arizona Men’s Team
Why Team Xcel
Being part of Team Xcel is an absolute honor. It means being aligned with a winning enterprise and working with friendly, helpful, and caring professionals who truly support shooters. Xcel is simply the best in the industry — and that’s why I choose to represent Xcel.
Off the Range
When I’m not shooting, I work as a firearms instructor teaching advanced pistol and rifle courses. I also enjoy spending time with my family, and getting out hunting and fishing.
Pro Tip
Get a proper gun fit so you can hit where you're looking, and use strong visual hold points to maximize your visual advantage on the target.
Watch & Follow
Fun Fact: Sam enjoys restoring and driving vintage cars to car shows.
Contact & Media
For media, interviews, or clinic opportunities, please contact the Xcel team.