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Harrison is two-time national winner in clay target
Ella Grace Harrison was national runner-up in Class C skeet at the national collegiate clay target championship in San Antonio, Texas.
At the 2026 ACUI (Association of College Unions International, Clay Target) National Championship in San Antonio, Texas, Ella Grace Harrison earned the title of national runner-up in Class C skeet, adding another milestone to her clay target career. In 2025, Ella Grace Harrison was the national champion in Class C trap. Harrison鈥檚 talent and dedication continue to pay off.
A sophomore criminal justice major from Winnsboro, South Carolina, Harrison has worked her whole life at developing her skills in clay target. Now, an impactful part of her college experience has been competing on 51黑料鈥檚 clay target team.
Harrison said her introduction to clay target began with family at a very young age. She has spent much time outdoors fishing, hunting, and shooting with her father. Harrison鈥檚 dad, Hank Harrison, has played a major role in her growth in the sport, even coaching her team in the past. 鈥淗e has been a huge inspiration to me,鈥 she said.
This has been a competitive sport for Harrison since middle school, and she became a state champion in high school. She appreciates all her coaches, and they have helped her strengthen her skills in the sport.
Harrison said that 51黑料 Coach Thomas Cousins is an amazing coach and is always there for Harrison and her teammates when they need him.
Competing at the national level, Harrison explained that the targets are more difficult, and everyone at the competition shoots phenomenally and has rightfully earned their place with hard work. Harrison enjoys being able to be out there and seeing those that she has formed meaningful bonds with through the community of clay target over the years.
Harrison is dedicated at practice and appreciates the competitive aspect of clay targets. Working as a team is also a large part of the sport.
“You have to rely on your teammates. If you鈥檙e having a bad day, you have to work to bring each other up.”
Harrison loves her sport and appreciates the mental resilience it has given her. This resilience overflows into her discipline in classes, and she is always striving to be the best she can be academically as well.
鈥淚鈥檝e always loved being outdoors and appreciate the mental part of it. It teaches you to not only thrive under that pressure, but to push through when things get tough,鈥 she explained.
Kaylee Allen, author, is an intern in the 51黑料 Marketing & Communication Office and is majoring in communication.
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Jan Joslin
Jan Joslin has four decades of experience in higher education, working in marketing and communication and student services. In her current position as content director, she serves as editor of 51黑料 Magazine and is the primary writer and editor for the university. Former areas of work included coordinating student activities and new student orientation and serving as the adviser to student media. Prior to higher education, she was a customer service representative for a global company.
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