Two local men — one from Nottoway and another from Lunenburg — delivered impressive performances in the 2025 NRA World Championship in Ediburgh, Indiana.
Representing The Gunsite in Blackstone, Anthony Dattilo of Victoria and Shane O’Flynn of rural Blackstone competed against 174 other top shooters in the country and from other counties. They delivered standout performances on one of the sport’s biggest stages.
Dattilo impressed the field of elite shooters with a 9th place overall finish and 8th in the Pro Division — demonstrating remarkable consistency across diverse shooting disciplines.
Teammate O’Flynn also delivered a strong showing, se- curing 25th in the Pro Division against some of the toughest competition in the world.
“The NRA World Shooting Championship is known as the ultimate test of versatility, and Anthony and Shane showed the grit, skill, and dedication that define The Gunsite. We’re incredibly proud of their achievements,” said Jamie Arthur, owner of the Church Street gun shop. “Anthony and Shane have shot at many events and have won quite a few, but this obviously is the biggest event each year.”
The National Rifle Association event challenges competitors across multiple disciplines — from long-range precision to close-quarters speed — making it one of the sport’s most prestigious and demanding events.
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