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NEW DELHI, INDIA, October 2, 2025 - Kinsey Duzan (Sunbury, OH), a 17 year old senior at Northridge High School in Johnstown, OH, member of the Scholastic Clay Target Program International Team, Ohio 4-H National Shotgun Team, and member of Centerburg Youth Shooting Sports represented the United States of America in Olympic Trapshooting at the International Shooting Sports Federation (ISSF) - Junior World Cup in New Delhi, India, Sept. 29 – Oct. 1.  208 athletes from 19 countries competed in 18 events consisting of pistol, rifle, and shotgun disciplines.  USA Shooting’s Junior Trapshooting Team delegation consisted of four women and five men under the age of 21.  Athletes from 12 countries competed in Olympic trapshooting where competitors were presented with 125 clay targets thrown at varying angles and heights at nearly 70 mph.  Each athlete is presented with the exact same targets but in a random sequence, and must utilize identical, highly regulated, 12-gauge ammunition consisting of #7.5 lead shot weighing 24g (7/8 oz). The sport is highly regulated so that the only variables are the weather conditions and the competitor.   

Kinsey’s travel to India was not without challenges.  A 24-hour layover in Newark, NJ resulting from inclement weather, a 1:30 AM arrival in India six hours before departing for the shooting range, heat indices in excess of 100F, high humidity, a nine and half hour time change, and jet leg did not hinder Kinsey from digging deep and posting her best competition performance to date.  After day one of competition and 75 targets, Kinsey posted the 3rd highest score and was in 7th place on the scoreboard.  On day two of competition, jet lag weighed heavy, and the adrenaline tank was empty resulting in Kinsey finishing 11th overall in the women’s division yet still achieving her personal record in competition.  An 11th place finish only tells part of the story as the competition was extremely close, and Kinsey finished only two targets short of a 6th place finish and earning a spot to compete in the finals (shoot-off of the top six finishers). 

Kinsey said, “It was an absolute honor to represent the United States at the ISSF Junior World Cup in New Delhi, and I cannot thank family, friends, coaches, teammates, and USA Shooting enough for the opportunity, for all the donations that made this trip possible, and for all the support and encouragement.”  When asked about the experience, she said, “This trip was a life changing experience.  It helped me realize how close I am to a podium finish on the international stage.  Furthermore, India is an amazing place to see and experience and absolutely everything about the trip helped me further appreciate everything we have in our lives, our opportunities, and our freedoms in the USA”. 

The women’s division was won by Lea Kucerova of Czechia and the men’s division was won by Toni Gudelj of Croatia.  Americans, Lucy Myers (age 20 – Hughesville, PA) and Tony Meola (age 20 - St. Petersburg, FL), each placed 6th overall in their respective divisions.  Kinsey was fascinated to learn that many athletes from other countries train at least five times per week, have full-time coaching, and are subsidized by their government or sanctioning body.  In comparison, Kinsey trains one to two times per week, is 100% self-funded, and driven by grit, dedication, instinct, and the blessing of God-given talent.  While international trap is one of Kinsey’s passions, she dedicates herself equally to her other responsibilities (school) and other interests and passions (her small herd of Boer goats, 4-H, volunteering at the Columbus Zoo, Junior Fair Board, IORG, and as an Adaptive Sports Connection volunteer).  Kinsey is looking forward to attending college, pursuing a degree in veterinary sciences, earning a full-time spot on Team USA, and looks forward to future international competitions at new and exciting locations. 

For more information about Kinsey and her endeavors, visit kinseyduzan.com or @kinseyduzan on Instagram.