CZ is proud to announce the addition of competitive shooter Deshaun Jenkins to the CZ Shooting Team, reinforcing the company's continued investment in top-tier talent within the U.S. practical shooting community.
"I'm excited to join CZ and represent a brand that has such a strong reputation in competitive shooting," said Jenkins. "From the first time I shot the Shadow 2 platform, I knew it was something special. I'm looking forward to pushing myself and competing at the highest level with equipment I trust."
Jenkins began his competitive shooting journey in March of 2021 and quickly established himself as a rising force in USPSA. Within his first year, he achieved Master Class in the Carry Optics division, followed by earning Grand Master status in May 2024. Competing across multiple divisions, including Limited Optics, Factory Gun, and Race Gun, Jenkins has already secured several major victories. His accomplishments include a first-place overall finish at the 2023 Atlanta Practical Shooting Championship, a Limited Optics title at the 2025 Alabama State Championship, and a Limited Optics win at the 2025 Dragons Cup.
"Deshaun is an incredibly talented and driven competitor, but what stood out most to us is how closely he aligns with the CZ brand," said Chris Sprangers, Director of Marketing at CZ. "His passion for the sport, dedication to helping others improve, and authentic connection with his audience make him a natural fit for our team."
In addition to his competitive success, Jenkins is a licensed NRA firearms instructor and full-time coach, having helped introduce and develop new shooters within the industry. His background includes experience as a public safety officer in downtown Atlanta and work in the private security sector. Today, he continues to grow his presence in the shooting community both on and off the range, sharing his journey with more than 14,000 followers on social media (@DJenks412).
As a member of Team CZ, Jenkins will compete with the CZ Shadow 2 platform at major USPSA matches across the country while continuing to engage with the broader shooting community through training and digital content.
About CZ
CZ is a globally recognized firearms manufacturer known for delivering innovative, reliable, and high-performance firearms for competition, sport shooting, personal defense, hunting, law enforcement, and military. In the United States, CZ operates from Kansas City, Kansas, serving as the exclusive importer, manufacturer, and distributor of CZ-branded firearms for the U.S. market.
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Media Contact: Dylan Rice, Media & Communications Manager, CZ-USA | Dan Wesson, Phone: 913-321-1811 x4338, Email: drice@cz-usa.com