Racers Strong in Season Opener

Sunday, October 1

Murray, KY

9 A.M.

Murray State

4695

4612

UT Martin

Photo by: Dave Winder-Murray State Athletics

10/2/2023 10:14:00 AM | Rifle

Murray State rifle defeated UT Martin 4695-4612 in season opener on Sunday

The Murray State rifle team opened its 2023-24 campaign Sunday with a 4695-4612 win over UT Martin at the Pat Spurgin Rifle Range in Murray, Kentucky.

Murray State shot a 2330 in smallbore and a 2365 in air rifle to pick up the victory against the longtime foe Skyhawks.

Alok Joarder led all shooters in aggregate score in the match by firing a 579 in smallbore and tied a career-high 592 in air rifle to match his career-high in aggregate at 1171. Senior Allison Henry had a big day firing an 1170 aggregate score (579 SB, 591 AR) for nearly a point higher than her career 1169.1 career average.

2022-23 CRCA All-Americans Paola Paravati and John Blanton led the way in smallbore with 589 and 584 scores, respectively. Joarder, Matias Kiuru and Henry led the charge in air rifle with all three shooting above a 590.

Freshman Emma Lawrence set a personal record in smallbore with a 579 on the day.

The Racers turn their attention to Ole Miss and Morehead State as MSU hosts both schools on October 7 at the Pat Spurgin Rifle Range.

Full Results: NCAA Rifle - Scorecard