Grand Island, Neb. (October 28, 2024) — The Nebraska Sports Council and Grand Island Tourism have reached an agreement to relocate Cornhusker State Games Shooting Sports to the Heartland Shooting Park in Grand Island, Nebraska, starting in 2025.
The following shooting sports will be held at the Heartland Shooting Park:
• .22 Rifle Prone
• .22 Silhouette
• Adult Trap & Skeet
• High Power Rifle
• Pistol
• Plinking Pistol
• Rim Fire Challenge
• Sporting Clays
• Youth Trap
Archery events will also be hosted at Third City Archers in Grand Island.
A press conference will be held on Wednesday, October 30 at 10 a.m., at the Heartland Shooting Park, where more details will be shared regarding the new venue and upcoming events.
“Grand Island is quickly becoming the epicenter for shooting sports events in the region. Hosting an event of this magnitude is truly an honor and we look forward to seeing the event grow into the future,” said Brad Mellema, Executive Director of Grand Island Tourism.
“We are excited to move one of our largest Cornhusker State Games sport-groups to Grand Island. The sports we are relocating account for around 750 participants annually, and we expect that number to grow with the benefits and amenities available in greater Grand Island and specifically, the Heartland Shooting Park. It is our goal, always, to provide the best possible atmosphere and experience to the competitors, and this move is a big step in that direction. We are grateful to our friends at Grand Island Tourism for their vision and investment in the Cornhusker State Games,” said Dave Mlnarik, Nebraska Sports Council President.
“When Hornady took over management of the Heartland Shooting Park, hosting the Cornhusker State Games shooting events was one of our main priorities,” said Steve Hornady, President of Hornady Manufacturing. “Seeing this goal achieved is extremely rewarding, and we are thrilled to provide an amazing venue that will welcome shooters from all across Nebraska.”
The Cornhusker State Games is one of the largest amateur sports events in the nation, attracting thousands of participants each year.
More information regarding the event schedule and registration details will be available in January when registration for the 2025 Cornhusker State Games opens.