The No. 1 Kentucky rifle team is set to host Georgia Southern and Morehead State for an NCAA Qualifier, aiming for a spot in the NCAA Championships next month. The event will honor four seniors and includes two relays, with the first starting at 8:30 a.m. ET. Fans can attend for free, and there will be live streaming of the match. This qualifier's score will be critical as teams vie for the top eight positions for the championships scheduled for March 13-14 at Ohio State.

By the Numbers
  • UK's current qualifying score is 4756, leading the standings over Nebraska at 4751.33 and TCU at 4749.33.
  • Junior Braden Peiser set a NCAA record with a 599 smallbore score in the last match against West Virginia.
State of Play
  • The UK Rifle Range will be open to fans, with live commentary available via the UK Rifle Facebook Page and YouTube.
  • Four seniors will be honored on Saturday, reflecting their contributions to the team's success, including a second-place finish at last season's NCAA Championships.
What's Next

Following the NCAA Qualifier, the team will await championship selections on February 23, with postseason competition commencing at the GARC Championships starting February 28.

Bottom Line

As Kentucky prepares for an important qualifier, the team aims not just for victories but for honoring their senior athletes' pivotal roles in the program's accomplishments.