PULL! It’s Skeet Shoot Time!

by Jill Tuggle, ABAT Executive Director

On Thursday, April 17, ABAT will host its Annual Skeet Shoot! 

Get ready for an action-packed day of shooting, prizes and great food at the Dean Griffin Memorial Skeet Shoot! This annual event draws over 75 participants, competing in teams of four on a 100 sporting clay course set deep in the woods – a perfect challenge for all skill levels. 

The event is named after one of our late Board members who always brought laughter (and a little bit of profanity) to every ABAT event. Dean was a big part of the growth of ABAT in the DFW market in our early years. When I suggested a skeet shoot to Dean, he was “all in!” 

After his unexpected passing, we chose to honor his legacy by continuing the tradition and establishing a trust fund for his daughter, Natalie. Each year, the skeet shoot allows us to make a meaningful contribution to her fund, helping support her future education or career training.

Just like years past, shooters will enjoy the experience with a live Cuban cigar roller crafting premium cigars on-site. You can also take your shot at winning some massive raffle prizes, including a shotgun and an AR rifle! 

Top teams will take home our iconic belt buckles, and we’ll wrap up the day with a delicious crawfish boil, so come ready to eat and celebrate!

Sponsorships start at just $500, offering a great way to showcase your business while supporting two things that our dear Dean was passionate about – ABAT and his family. Registration is open right up until a couple of days before the event, so you can still sign up today!

Want more? Check out the April 2025 issue of Texas Automotive!