Second Annual Wildcat Trap Team Cornhole Tournament Set for Saturday, March 7

by Rachel Hunter

The North Country is once again invited to rally behind the Gouverneur Wildcat Trap Team as the Second Annual Benefit Cornhole Tournament returns to the Gouverneur Elks Lodge No. 2035 on Saturday, March 7, 2 p.m.

Last year’s inaugural event drew overwhelming support. The community packed the Elks Lodge for a day that included a blind‑draw cornhole tournament, silent auction, raffles, and more. The Gouverneur Elks generously donated a portion of their kitchen profits, and heartfelt appreciation was extended to everyone who contributed to the fundraiser’s success.

The Wildcat Trap Team—coached by Paul Cappellino—continues to grow in popularity. The team competes in the New York State High School Clay Target League, an extracurricular coed and adaptive activity for safety‑certified student‑athletes in grades six through 12. The USA Clay Target League, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is the nation’s largest clay target shooting organization, prioritizing safety, fun, and marksmanship.

Since forming in 2017, the Wildcat Trap Team has been supported through the Gouverneur Rod and Gun Club. Fundraisers like this tournament help reduce the cost of ammunition and clay pigeons for student‑athletes, who are responsible for purchasing their own equipment, shirts, ammunition, and targets. With rising costs due to demand and inflation, community support is essential to keeping the sport accessible for local youth.

Donations in support of the Wildcat Trap Team may be made through the Gouverneur Rod and Gun Club. For more information, contact Paul Cappellino at 208‑890‑2498 or Michael Cappellino at 315‑323‑7987.