HPM
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The Hopkinton Prone Matches (HPM) are a series of smallbore rifle matches on Thursday nights April through August. We generally begin the match around 6pm and fire 2 stages of 20 shots at 100 yards.
Please note that in order to shoot these matches, competitors should be familiar with how to handle a firearm safely and also be familiar with shooting a rifle in prone, with a sling. Prior smallbore rifle match experience is recommended.
Dates (6pm start)
Every Thursday starting April 29th and ending August 26th.
The only dates we DO NOT have a match are July 22 and 29 during the National Matches
Range Location
95 Lumber St, Hopkinton, MA 01748
Directions
From Interstate 495 North or South, take exit 21A to merge onto W Main St toward Hopkinton for 0.7 mi, turn right at Lumber St (the Golden Spoon restaurant is on the right before the turn) and go 0.9 mi. Hopkinton Sportsman’s will be on
your left.
Rules
.22 rifle only, in prone, with a sling (no bipods, sandbags, etc). You may use iron sights or scope. Current NRA smallbore rules will mostly govern. You can view the NRA rules online here (external link to PDF)
Safety
Hopkinton Sportsmen’s Association range safety rules will apply. Open chamber indicators will be used.
Registered Match
This is not NOT an NRA registered event.
Course of Fire and Distance
40 shots prone at 100 yards.
Time Limit
20 shots in 20 minutes x2.
Target
A-25
Rifle
.22 Rifle only (no bipods, sandbags, etc).NRA Rule 3.2.
Sights
Any sights, irons or scope.
Scoring
Competitors will score their own targets.
Eligibility
Open to all competitors; Juniors, Open and Seniors. NRA membership is NOT required to enter these events.
Classification
The NRA classification system will NOT be used.
Entries/Registration
Advanced registration is not required
Fee
$5 for each match.
Challenges
Are you kidding?
Relay Time
1 relay starting at 6ish
Coaching
Coaching will be allowed, but please be courteous of the other shooters on the line.
Awards
You are awarded by being fed a delicious dinner after each match.
Notes
Competitors will need to provide at least 8 large “Bulldog” or “Binder” clips to secure targets. Backers will not be used.
Contact
Dan Holmes
87 Winthrop St.
Holliston, MA 01746
508-736-7821 Please call before 8PM.
dan~AT~pronematch.com
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