Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) is proud to recognize Junior Team Ruger member Kaleb Klein for an extraordinary performance at the 2026 College National Championship in Talladega, AL. Klein secured a remarkable 11 divisional wins.
Klein achieved an impressive nine finishes across a variety of divisions, including Rimfire Pistol Iron, Centerfire Pistol Iron, Rimfire Rifle Iron, Rimfire Pistol Optic, Centerfire Pistol Optic, Rimfire Revolver Iron and Centerfire Revolver Iron. Among these wins, Klein dominated the Rimfire Rifle Iron Sight division, achieving a final score of 25.83 with his 10/22® rifle. He also earned two second-place finishes in the Rimfire Rifle Iron and Pistol Caliber Carbine divisions. These results demonstrate exceptional versatility and skill across a range of shooting disciplines.
Klein demonstrated remarkable consistency and precision throughout the match. His ability to execute and adapt under pressure resulted in a clean sweep across multiple divisions. These achievements underscore both Klein's individual talent and the reliability of our competition-ready products.
As the competition season progresses, Ruger looks forward to supporting Klein and his teammates as they build on this momentum.
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Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. is one of the nation's leading manufacturers of rugged, reliable firearms for the commercial sporting market. With products made in America, Ruger offers consumers almost 800 variations of more than 40 product lines, across the Ruger, Marlin and Glenfield brands. For more than 75 years, Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. has been a model of corporate and community responsibility. Our motto, "Arms Makers for Responsible Citizens®," echoes our commitment to these principles as we work hard to deliver quality and innovative firearms.