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Louisiana 4-H students are aiming for the bullseye to be crowned state champions!

April 30, 2025 01:30 PM • 
RFD NEWS STAFF, Currey McCullough

More than 1,000 Louisiana 4-Hers competed in the shooting sports contest with the opportunity to win a state title and claim a spot in the national championship later this summer.

LSU AgCenter Correspondent Craig Gautreaux takes us to the competition!

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