Congratulations to Ron Cunning TTA Hall of Fame Inductee

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Published: 30 March 2025

Ron started shooting at the age of 14 in Kansas and after graduating served in the United States Air Force for 36 years. During his shooting career Ron has registered 55,000 singles, 50,025 handicap, and 42,400 doubles targets.

Ron has won trophies at TTA Zone Shoots as well as state shoots here in Texas, Kansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Arkansas, Southwest Grand, the Autumn Grand, as well as the Grand American starting in 2010 as the White Flyer 2700 Target Class B High Overall.

Here in Texas, there has not been a task Ron would not take on. Ron has served as President of Fort Worth, 4 years as Zone IV President, 2nd and 1st Vice-Presidents of the TTA as well as President of the TTA with 6 years on the Hall of Fame committee and two years of that being the chairman, as well as 3 years as the state’s first alternate delegate. He has also been a target setter at the Grand American, the Southwest Grand, our state shoot, as Zone Shoots.

During all the years Ron has served the TTA, he has made the Texas State Team as a Veteran twice, with one of those years being the captain.

ATA Southwest Zone Sites July 11-13, 2025

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Published: 29 March 2025

This year the ATA Southwest Zone shoot will be held at the following locations on July 11-13, 2025

• Albuquerque Trap Club, Albuequerque, NM
• Grand Junction Trap Club, Grand Junction, CO
• Amarillo Gun Club, Amarillo, TX
• Arkansas Game and Fish, Jacksonville, AR
• Kansas Trapshooting Association, Sedgwick, KS
• Ft Worth Gun Club, Ft Worth, TX - View the Ft Worth program Presquad for Ft Worth on ScoresR.com June 1st thru July 8th
• Pikes Peak GC, Colorado Springs, Co

Doug Strange 1973 - 2025

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Published: 29 March 2025

Douglas Duke “Doug” Strange Jr., 51, of Holliday, passed away on April 10, 2025. It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Douglas Duke “Doug” Strange Jr., who left this world far too soon on April 10, 2025.

Doug was the son of the late Joyce (Stearman) Strange and Douglas Duke Strange, Sr., He was born on October 9, 1973, in Wichita Falls, Texas, and grew up on the family ranch in Archer County. He attended school in Holliday ISD until 6th grade and then finished at Archer City ISD. At the age of 17, Doug lost his father and took over running the family ranch, which his family continues to do today.

Doug married Melanie Howry on August 5, 1995. He attended the police academy during their first year of marriage and has since then served his law enforcement career in Archer County. Doug was Archer County Constable Precinct 1 for the past 12 years and has served a total of 28 years in Archer County. He was a dedicated police officer, a true protector, and a man of deep integrity who spent his life serving others. Whether on duty or at home, Doug led with strength, compassion, and an unwavering sense of duty. His colleagues remember him as courageous, dependable, and someone who never hesitated to go the extra mile for his community and his team.

But Doug was more than a cop—he was the heart of his family. He was a devoted husband, a proud and loving father, a cherished uncle, and a loyal friend. His laughter filled rooms, and his advice grounded those around him. His presence made everyone feel a little safer, a little more seen, and a lot more loved.

In 2002 Doug and Melanie were blessed with twins, Duke and Marklie Strange. He enjoyed getting to be a big part of their lives. He took them to work on the ranch, taught them how to shoot, and attended all of their events. Doug was a shotgun coach for Archer County 4-H and the Holliday Shooting Team. He loved nothing more than coaching and helping kids become trap shooters. Doug enjoyed hunting, outdoor sports and hanging out with his friends and family. Doug’s favorite pastime was being ornery, but he would do anything for anyone. When he loved, he loved big. He had a huge heart and has touched many lives in his 51 years.

Doug is survived by his loving wife, Melanie Strange; his children, Duke and Marklie Strange; a nephew, extended family, fellow officers, and countless friends whom he considered family.

Doug is preceded in death by his parents, Joyce and Doug “D.D.” Strange; his father-in- law, Jackie Howry; and his nephew, Jackson Newton.

Though his time with us was cut tragically short, Doug's legacy lives on in the countless lives he touched, the values he instilled, and the love he gave so freely.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Doug’s name to either the Archer Service Center or Holliday Community Center.

Win a 2025 CanAm Defender Max ATV!

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Published: 06 March 2025

2025 Target Year Zone Shoot Dates

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Published: 17 December 2024

Attend all 5 Zone shoots & get entered into a drawing for 3 CASES of Winchester AA shotgun shells!

Zone V - NSC	Aug 30-Sep 1, '24	Zone IV HAA Report
Zone III Results - Iowa Park TC	Sep 27-29, '24	Zone III HAA Report
Zone II - El Paso TSC	Oct 25-27, '24	Zone II HAA Report
Zone IV - Ft Worth T&S	May 2-4, '25	Zone IV HAA Report
Zone I - Amarillo GC	June 20-22, '25