In Episode 160 of Trap Talk, Zach Nannini and co-host Richard Marshall Jr. welcome Lady I All-American and Iowa standout Lacey Gangwish. From her first days reluctantly picking up a shotgun, to winning state titles and competing at the collegiate level, Lacey’s story is a reminder that confidence and hard work can take a young shooter a long way.

Lacey shares:
• starting in 6th grade and learning to love the sport
• becoming a two-time high school state champion
• earning Lady I All-American honors
• shooting on Midland University’s roster
• traveling and competing across Iowa and Nebraska
• balancing coursework, finals, and a full shooting schedule
• her pursuit of 200-straight and major Lady I trophies at the Grand

The conversation also digs into real shooting talk: one-eye vs. two-eye aiming, gun fit challenges for women, choke setups, recoil, and how college teammates and coaches shape a shooter’s growth.

And of course — in true Trap Talk fashion — there’s humor, friendly banter, and some good-natured trash talk over shells, ice cream, and camera mishaps.

Whether you’re a young trap shooter, a college athlete, or someone fighting to reach the next level, Lacey’s journey is proof that dedication and attitude still matter in this game.

Watch, learn, and support one of the sport’s rising Lady I competitors.

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In Episode 159 of Trap Talk, host Zach Nannini and co-host Richard Marshall Jr. sit down with Arizona’s own Alexis Fernan — a young trap shooter who has built an impressive resume in a short time and continues to climb.

Alexis started shooting through 4H in 2016 and entered competition in 2022. Since then, her accomplishments speak for themselves:
• Two-time Junior All-American
• Five-time Arizona All-State member
• 2023 Arizona State Handicap Champion
• Multiple perfect singles and doubles scores

She shares how she got started, the role her father played in her early development, and what keeps her pushing forward. The conversation also delivers plenty of laughs as technical difficulties turn into good-natured humor, showing the lighter side of life behind the microphone.

This episode highlights:
• the path from youth programs to state-level success
• the role of family and community in shaping young shooters
• the discipline behind her achievements
• the camaraderie that keeps shooters coming back

If you want an honest look at a rising competitor with a grounded mindset and strong work ethic, Episode 159 is worth your time.

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In Episode 158 of Trap Talk, Zach Nannini and Richard Marshall Jr. sit down with Kooper D Freston — a young shooter who refused to quit when life hit him hardest. Kooper’s path in trap shooting started early, but everything changed after a devastating eye injury that threatened not just his shooting career, but his confidence and daily life.

Instead of folding, Kooper rebuilt himself — mentally, emotionally, and technically. He talks openly about the hardest moments, the support that carried him, and the adjustments he made to continue competing at a high level. His Autumn Grand Handicap win stands as proof that grit and discipline still matter in this sport.

This episode digs into:
• how a serious injury reshaped his approach
• the mental battles that come with loss and recovery
• the role family and friends play in keeping a young shooter going
• adapting technique and equipment after trauma
• safety and eye protection lessons every shooter should hear
• his push toward the All-American team again

Kooper’s story is a reminder to the next generation: setbacks don’t define you — how you rise does.

If you’re part of the trapshooting community, a parent, a coach, or a young shooter yourself, this one will hit home.

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