A SCHOOLBOY from Worcestershire has been selected to represent Great Britain in the European Championship for skeet shooting.
Mitchell Brooker-Smith, who attends Bredon school in Bushley, Tewkesbury will be competing in the Junior Men’s division and his selection follows on from previous successes in the field including becoming the Junior British Champion in 2019.
The competition will be held in Croatia this summer, with only the very best clay shots in the country being selected to take part.
Mitchell was first introduced to shooting at Bredon School in Tewkesbury.
“I remember that when I joined Bredon I was quite nervous to try anything new or step outside of my comfort zone,” said Mitchell.
“My teachers really encouraged me and when I tried clay pigeon shooting on the school shooting range I enjoyed it and felt I could be good at it.
“I’ve been so lucky in all aspects by coming to Bredon; not only have I discovered a sport that I love and I wouldn’t be the person I am today without the help and advice from my tutor and teachers.”
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