The Midsomer Norton Target Shooting Club, who recently won the Somerset Division One title for the first time in their history, was honoured recently by the town with a Civic Reception at Midsomer Norton Town Hall.
The A Team, consisting of Dan Warren, Matt Clement, Tony Clement and Kev York, were competing in the Winter League – firing .22 calibre rifles on indoor firing ranges. Clubs complete in a postal league, with cards shot at each home range and then an independent official collates them to determine the winners.
"This is a fantastic sporting achievement on the part of the club and as a Council we are keen to celebrate local achievement. The award also reflects the diversity of sporting opportunities in the town and the skills of our local people," said Paul Myers, Mayor of Midsomer Norton.
Overall, the club entered four teams in the league competition and saw their C Team also topping Somerset Division Five.