The 2024 Grand American was a special one for the history books as it signified the 125th anniversary of one of the most popular shooting sports tournaments in the world put on by the Amateur Trap Association (ATA). Winchester Ammunition and White Flyer continued its longstanding support as the ATA’s official ammunition and target in 2024, while also celebrating the anniversary of the Grand American throughout the event.
More than 3,000 people traveled to compete at the Grand American, held at the World Shooting Complex in Sparta, Illinois, where Winchester AA target loads and White Flyer targets reign supreme on the 1,600 acre complex.
Dagen Voigtman, member of Team Winchester, put on a show once again, adding to his highly accomplished shooting sports resume. Dagen burst onto the scene at the Grand American in 2020, when he shot the first ever 400/400 in the history of the three championship events. He again led the team with several event wins and placements. Dagen also defended his 2600 ATA High Overall (HOA) title from 2023. No other competitor hit more White Flyer AA orange dome clay targets than Dagen. His overall score, 2562/2600.
The Bartholow Brothers, also long time Team Winchester members, added to their legendary performances at the Grand American. Matt Bartholow came into this Grand looking for his 4th straight World Doubles title. After four years of shooting this event, Matt finally missed a target and finished with a near perfect 99/100. That put him in a shoot-off, which he won after ten boxes of AA target shotshells that sealed a spot in the top 10. Team Winchester member Keith Ditto was also consistent throughout the competition and locked in champion of preliminary week.
“The Grand American is the true test for the world’s best trap shooters, and we congratulate all competitors for once again showcasing the excitement of the shooting sports,” said Jason Gilbertson, Director of Marketing for Winchester Ammunition. “Winchester Ammunition and White Flyer remain as two legendary brands that have supported the ATA for over 100 years. This was a truly special anniversary for the Grand American.”
Team Winchester Results—
Dagen Voigtman
Champion – Event 1, 3, 23
Runner Up – Event 2, 6,
Third Place – event 4, 7, 8, 22
ATA 2600 HOA Championship presented by White Flyer Champion
ATA 1000 target HOA (Grand Week) Runner-Up
ATA World HAA (Singles, Doubles, Handicap) Runner- Up
HAA Prelim Week – Champion
Super 500 Handicap Runner-Up
Preliminary Week HOA 3rd Place
White Flyer HOA 1500 Targets – Event Champion
Winchester Super 500 Singles Event Champion – PERFECT SCORE 500/500
Foster Bartholow
Champion – Event 17
Third Place – Event 9
Keith Ditto–
ATA 2600 HOA Championship presented by White Flyer 4th Place
Prelim Week HOA – Champion
About the ATA (Amateur Trapshooting Association)
The ATA serves as the faithful protector of the sport of trapshooting. As the largest clay target shooting organization in the world, the ATA governs the sport’s rules and regulations and seeks ways to further enhance the sport and increase participation.
Founded in 1900, the ATA today has 6,000 plus registered tournaments and members will shoot at more than 60 million targets each year. With more than 900 gun clubs affiliated with the ATA you can find registered shooting just about anywhere.
About Winchester Ammunition
Winchester has a distinguished 158-year history of innovation in hunting, recreation, law enforcement and military ammunition products. In the field, on the range or in defense of freedom around the globe, Winchester has the right product for any ammunition need. Winchester is The American Legend, a brand built on integrity, hard work and a deep focus on its loyal customers.
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