About Pete
Minnesota-based trap shooter with three decades in the sport (seriously competing ~15 years). Trap is a family affair—Pete shoots alongside his wife Dawn and family, and he’s known for consistency from the back fence and for mentoring other competitors on and off the line.
Quick Facts
Discipline
Trap (Singles, Handicap, Doubles)
Classification
AAA-27-AAA (since 2017)
27-Yard Since
2012 (no reductions)
Honorary Yards
100+ lifetime (64 in the last 2 years)
Lifetime Composite
94.85%
Team
Xcel Shooting Sports
Major Accomplishments
- All-American (Open) – 5× selection: 2020, 2022, 2023 (2nd Team); 2024, 2025 (1st Team)
- Grand American – 3 event Grand Slams; 4 Grand American event championships
- Back-Fence Milestones – Three 100s from 27 yards within 19 days (2023: WI, IA, Grand American)
- ATA Central Zone – 2021 HAA Champion; 2024 Singles Champion
- Satellite Grands – Multiple trophies at Spring, Southwest & Heartland Grands (several Event Champion)
- Non-Resident Titles – 2015 Nevada State NR Doubles Champion; 2021 Wisconsin State NR Handicap Champion; 2024 Arizona State NR HOA Champion; 2024 Iowa State NR Singles Champion; many additional NR event wins
- Minnesota State – 12× State Team member (2024 Captain); dozens of state trophies (several Event Champion); 3× State Champion; 2015 Doubles Champion; 2021 & 2023 HOA Champion
- Grand American Highlights (2023) – Trap & Field Handicap Champion; Krieghoff Handicap Champion; Super 500 Handicap Champion (489/500)
Recognized AAA-27-AAA by ATA in 2017.
Favorite Gear
- Caesar Guerini Invictus (primary)
- Pilla glasses • Rhino chokes • Remington ammunition
Why Team Xcel
“I’m proud to represent a company that’s growing the sport the right way—supporting shooters and the shooting community with integrity.”
Contact & Media
For media, interviews, or clinic opportunities, please contact the Xcel team.