The 2025 State Champion Gatewood shotgun team was led by head coach Jacob Fried (far left), with help from Jason Cheek, Kevin Courchaine, Keith Davis, Jake Hill, Rich Lingle, Brandon Pierce, Walt Rocker, and John Wojtas. CONTRIBUTED
The Gatewood Gators shotgun team recently solidified its place among Georgia’s elite athletic programs, capturing its 10th state championship over the last 12 years.
This latest title came on Nov. 2 at Savannah’s historic Forest City Gun Club, where more than 700 competitors had gathered for the GIAA’s three-day clay target championship.
The Gatewood shotgun program’s success extends beyond champion…
