Golden Triangle Gun Club Across The Course Matches

Sponsored by the Golden Triangle Gun Club

What is Across-the-Course (XTC)?

XTC matches test a shooter’s ability to fire accurate, controlled shots at multiple distances and positions in one match. You shoot the same rifle through a series of stages at 200, 300, and 600 yards, switching positions and time limits along the way.

The big idea: it’s not just marksmanship—it’s position, wind reading, transitions, and mental discipline.

Course of Fire (Typical 80-Shot Match)

200 Yards

Standing (Offhand) – Slow Fire

• 2 sighters

• 20 shots for record

• Time limit: usually 20 minutes

• No sling support allowed

• This is the hardest stage for most shooters—pure fundamentals

Standing → Sitting or Prone – Rapid Fire

• 2 sighters

• 2 strings of 10 shots

• Time limit: 60 seconds per string

• Start standing, drop into position, reload from a magazine change

• Sling allowed

300 Yards

Standing → Prone – Rapid Fire

• 2 sighters

• 2 strings of 10 shots

• Time limit: 70 seconds per string

• Same rapid-fire flow, just stretched out

• Wind starts to matter more here

600 Yards

Prone – Slow Fire

• 2 sighters

• 20 shots for record

• Time limit: usually 20 minutes

• Sling supported

• Heavy emphasis on wind reading and consistency

Scoring with Electronic Targets

Instead of pit pullers and target carriers, electronic targets (e-targets) record every shot automatically.

What shooters see:

• Exact shot location on a monitor or tablet

• Numerical score (X, 10, 9, etc.)

• Shot timing and grouping

• Instant feedback—no waiting on pits

Benefits:

• Faster matches

• No pit duty

• Great training feedback

• Precise scoring (no close-call line cutters)

Scoring rings are the same as traditional paper targets—the electronics just measure where the bullet passes through the target plane.

Positions Used

• Standing (Offhand) – unsupported, most challenging

• Sitting – rapid fire at 200

• Prone - rapid at 300

• Prone – slow at 600

• Sling allowed in all but standing

Rifles & Divisions

Common divisions include:

• Service Rifle (AR-15, M1A, etc., per rulebook)

• Match Rifle (more freedom in configuration)

Most shooters fire .223/5.56 or .308, depending on division and preference.

Why XTC Matters

Across-the-Course is often called the foundation of High Power rifle because it develops:

• Solid fundamentals

• Position building

• Time management

• Wind reading at distance

• Match pressure skills

Even long-range specialists benefit hugely from XTC training.

MATCH DIRECTOR:

Kristen Morton (409)781-0891
Email: gtgc.hp.jrs@gmail.com