The team consists of up to 15 male and female shooters; while membership on the team is open to all Yale students, we are comprised mostly of undergraduates. New members are selected once a year (September) through interviews with the team leaders (captains, assistant coach, coach). Available positions on the team are highly competitive, with approximately 10-15 individuals interviewing each year for a handful of open slots. Open positions in any given year vary based on the number of returning shooters, but usually range from 1-4 slots per year. We expect a serious commitment from all team members. This includes attending a minimum of 3 out of every 4 practices throughout the year, as well as a minimum 2-year commitment to the team. While many shooters have considerable previous shooting experience, some who are invited to join the team do not have this experience. Shooters may bring their own shotguns for use or may use one of the firearms owned by the team.
Admission to Yale University is highly competitive, as Yale is one of the most selective universities in the country. Unfortunately, Yale Skeet & Trap cannot offer scholarships (in fact, the Ivy League does not allow athletic scholarships of any kind, even for varsity sports). We are also not able to influence the admissions process itself. However, prior excellence in shooting may be the kind of unique extracurricular that will help a candidate stand out in the admissions process. For further information about admissions, please contact the Yale Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
For more information on joining the Yale Skeet & Trap Team, please click on the “Contact” link at the top of this page.