STEPHENVILLE, TEXAS—The Tarleton State University Rifle Team recently received a $2,000 grant from the National Rifle Association (NRA). The funds will be used for operating expenses and keeping membership dues low.
“We got a grant last year and were lucky enough to get another one this year,” said Dr. George Eichenberg, Tarleton Rifle Team adviser. “We really emphasize responsibility and the safe use of firearms.”
In 1999, the NRA announced that Tarleton is the only university with a high-power rifle team in the country. Tarleton’s team is made up of 12 students from various parts of Texas. The team competes against civilian and military teams in local, regional and national matches. Team members use AR-15 service rifles similar to those used in the military.
