Jack Knaus

Jack Knaus

2025 Grand American – HAA Champion

Trap Team Xcel AAA27AAA

About Jack

I’m from Kimball, Minnesota—born and raised—and I still call it home. My dad took me to our local club when I was six to help me get better for duck hunting, and we ran with it from there. I began shooting ATA at age 10 and have been competing for 13 years.

“Hard work will always pay off. You get what you put into it.”

Quick Facts

Hometown
Kimball, MN
Discipline
Trap (Singles, Handicap, Doubles)
Years Competing
13
Classification
AAA27AAA
Team
Xcel Shooting Sports
Favorite Gear
Kolar shotgun, Winchester AA ammo, Pilla X7 glasses, Tex Hollis Custom Leather

Highlights

  • 2025 Grand American – High All Around (Champion)
  • First 100 straight in Singles at the Great Lakes Grand (with my dad)
  • First ATA World Title

Why Team Xcel

I chose to represent Xcel because I believe it’s an honest company with the right standards—and I see big things in Xcel’s future.

Off the Range

When I’m not shooting, I’m duck or turkey hunting.

Pro Tip

Hard work will always pay off. You get what you put into it.

Contact & Media

For media, interviews, or clinic opportunities, please contact the Xcel team.