During a recent government meeting, Walton County celebrated the achievements of its 4-H teams, highlighting their impressive performances in various shooting sports. Kaysen Howard, the new Walton County 4-H agent, introduced the event, emphasizing the longstanding success of these teams.

Coach Hank Shirley kicked off the recognition by presenting the air rifle team, which had a standout year, securing two individual championships and two team championships. Notably, Bethany Shirley earned multiple medals, including gold in kneeling and bronze overall at the Daisy National BB competition.

The archery team, led by coaches Galen Davis and Kenz Adele, also received accolades for their performance at a national competition in Nebraska, where they finished third in field competition and fifth overall among 22 states. Individual archer Gabriela Alfaro placed second in her category.

Adam Harper then recognized the BB team, which had an undefeated season and placed sixth at the state level, with Walton Team One winning the state championship. The team also excelled at nationals, finishing fourth overall out of 57 teams, with several individual shooters achieving top placements.

Finally, Ashley Waver represented the shotgun team, which boasted a record roster of 52 active members this year. The team continues to grow, with interest already building for the 2025 season.

The meeting underscored the commitment of Walton County's youth to excellence in shooting sports, supported by dedicated coaches and community backing.