Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) is proud to congratulate Team Ruger's Lauryl Akenhead on her impressive performance at the 2026 WI Barrel Maker 2.0, held in Tomah, Wisconsin. Competing in the Open division, Akenhead earned High Lady and placed 21st overall using her reliable Ruger AmericanĀ® Gen II rifle.
The WI Barrel Maker 2.0 brought together competitive shooters from across the region for a challenging course of fire that tested accuracy, equipment and focus. Akenhead's strong finish highlights her consistency and skill in precision rifle competition, as well as the performance of the American Gen II platform in demanding match conditions.
"Another great weekend representing Ruger at the 2026 WI Barrel Maker 2.0 Match," said Akenhead. "I was excited to finish High Lady while running my Ruger American in an MDT ACC Premier Chassis. The rifle continues to perform exactly the way I need it to, and I'm looking forward to carrying this momentum into the next match. Thanks to the match staff and everyone who made it a great weekend."
The American Gen II rifle is engineered to deliver reliable performance, practical ergonomics and consistent accuracy in the field or on the range. Featuring a refined stock design, improved fit and a cold hammer-forged barrel, the American Gen II provides shooters with durability and precision. Chambered in 6mm Creedmoor, Akenhead's rifle offered the flat trajectory and downrange performance needed for the demanding stages of precision rifle competition.
Ruger proudly congratulates Akenhead on her High Lady finish and commends her continued dedication, skill and competitive drive. Her performance at the 2026 WI Barrel Maker 2.0 reflects the strength of Team Ruger and the Ruger American Gen II platform's dependability in precision rifle competition.
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About Ruger Firearms: 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 CitizensĀ®," echoes our commitment to these principles as we work hard to deliver quality and innovative firearms.