Targeting Success:
The story behind our team
The Lancaster High School Rifle Team has a rich and storied history dating back to the 1940-1941 school year, when it was first established to coincide with the onset of World War II. Originally a co-ed club, it later evolved into an interscholastic sport.
The earliest photo of the team, featured in the 1941-1942 Cayugan yearbook (shown right), was taken while the high school was still located on Aurora Street. Though the original location of the range remains a mystery, Lancaster has long been known for its success in rifle competition, consistently earning Section VI team championships and producing individual Section VI champions.
Over the decades, the rifle team has cultivated a legacy of excellence, drawing from the deep-rooted tradition of shooting and hunting clubs that thrived in the early 1900s.
Tell us your story!
Have you ever been a part of our team, or do you know any interesting history or background surrounding it? We’d love to hear your story!
Whether you’ve shot with us in the past or have unique insights to share, please reach out and share it with us. Your story could be a valuable part of our team’s history and culture!
We also invite you to send in any photos or videos you may have from your time with the team. Your contributions might be featured on the walls of the range, helping to maintain and celebrate our unique history.