The Kingfisher County Fair got off to an exciting start on Aug. 15, with the inaugural Kingfisher County Fair trap shoot.

The event brought together 41 youth participants from 4-H and FFA programs across the county to showcase their shooting sports skills in an individual competition.

Competitors had the opportunity to demonstrate accuracy, concentration and sportsmanship while enjoying a day of friendly competition, said Heather Leitner, Kingfisher County OSU Extension educator for 4-H Youth Development.

With a strong turnout of participants and supporters, the event proved to be a successful addition to the county fair activities, she added.

Competitors tested their skills in one of three divisions - senior (ages 14-19), intermediate (12-13) and junior (9-11).

The following results are listed in order of placing: Senior - Haiden Robinson, Okarche; Gage Stiner, Okarche; Maddox Gibson, Cashion; Tucker Spears, Okarche; Jake Rother, Okarche; Mason McGee, Hennessey; Bella Hufnagel, Okarche; Nate Poindexter, Cashion; Camden Dowell, Hennessey; Kyler Sylvester, Cashion; Tanner Poindexter, Cashion Intermediate - Tripp Robinson, Cashion; Tyler Rother, Okarche; Jensen Landreth, Lomega; Bennett Hufnagel, Okarche; Jase Copsin, Okarche; Kol Glazier, Lomega; Truett Humphries, Hennessey; Wade Worthan, Hennessey; Ethan Schellenberg, Lomega

Junior - Mason Moore, Hennessey; Fletcher Stover, Okarche; Lillian Cansler, Lomega; Kru Murray, Lomega; Easton Kuehn, Lomega; Bennett Landreth, Lomega; Cotton Lopp, Lomega; Ella Anderson, Okarche “The success of the event would not have been possible without the support of numerous volunteers and community partners,” Leitner said. “A special thank you goes to the Hennessey Powder and String Club for allowing the trap shoot to take place at their facility and for their continued support of youth shooting sports.”

Appreciation was also extended to Mike and Sonya McGee, Tanner Choate, Jimmie Smith, Kyle Glazier, Matt Cansler and Dennis Kenney for their assistance in organizing and conducting the event. “Their time and dedication helped ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants,” Leitner said. Additionally, Kingfisher County Fair officials recognized Mike Sparks for spraying the roads prior to the event, helping reduce dust and improve conditions for contestants and spectators throughout the day. “The trap shoot was a tremendous success and highlighted the talent, responsibility and dedication of local 4-H and FFA members,” Leitner said.

“Organizers look forward to building on this year’s success and continuing the event as a Kingfisher County Fair tradition for years to come.”