Ohio Governor’s Cup

Chiz and I had a conversation over email about this match a few weeks ago. The initial question that Chris raised was whether anyone had ever won Ohio State Outdoor Championship and the “Governor’s Trophy” (as it was called at the time) in the same year.

I contended that Frank Bickar probably had, but I didn’t have documentation to back up my contention. Still don’t. Governor’s Trophy used to be in June, and somewhat sparsely attended. State Match was in August and had more robust attendance. Both at Canton McKinley in the 1980s and 1990s.

I’m glad you’re keeping this tradition alive. It would be nice for the Champion to get a letter from the Governor of Ohio.

(It also would be nice for the winners of the President’s Pistol and Rifle Championships to get a letter from the President of the United States. But I digress.)

I’ll keep an eye out for any legacy documentation around this match. Don’t get your hopes up. I doubt I have it.

One of my favorite matches, I have always learned something when shooting this match. State matches like this are an excellent opportunity to hone your skills. 

If 2700s are not your thing, you can come for the EICs.