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#37 – “Back in the Saddle: Prepping for the First Competition Shoot of the Year!”

Welcome back to the XFDA Podcast! This episode is all about getting back in action after the holiday break and gearing up for the big 20-point shoot at Wagoner’s next weekend.

Training Talk • Sassy has been grinding the step-back drill but struggling with freezing on the light—trying to clear her mind and shake off the overthinking. • Johnny Law is in full competition mode, just nailed his Twisted Two Pin, and is feeling confident. • Mongoose is all about consistency—he’s training every day but staying humble, shooting for a Top 10 finish.

Big Predictions & Rivals • Johnny is calling his shot—he’s coming to win. • Speedy James, Jackass, and the Oklahoma crew will be bringing the heat. • On the women’s side, the competition is fierce: Pixie Quick, Black Fox, and Blue-Eyed Bandit are hitting amazing times. • And let’s not forget Honey Badger— while she wont be with us we know she is a hard one to beat!!

Practice Strategies • Step-back drills are a game-changer, helping shooters build speed and accuracy. • Finding the balance between mental focus, accuracy, and speed is the key to victory. • The first-round mindset is crucial—win it, and you’re rolling; lose it, and it’s a mental battle.

Dark Horses & New Shooters to Watch • NightLight is young, fast, and dangerous—watch out! • Jesse James is improving every shoot. • Water Boy, Bunny, and Big Smoke are stepping into the competition for the first time— wild cards for sure.

The countdown is on, and next weekend’s 20-point shoot is shaping up to be one of the most competitive yet. Who’s taking home the win? Let’s find out!

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