Team Remington’s sharpshooters Brandon Powell and Todd Hitch just dominated the 2026 Caribbean Classic in Vero Beach, Florida, proving once again why Remington remains a powerhouse in competitive shooting. Powell clinched High Overall at the prestigious Lois Neely Memorial event, while Hitch swept Prelim 1 and snagged runner-up spots across multiple categories—all fueled by the reliable punch of Remington Premier shotshells. This isn’t just a win for two elite shooters; it’s a masterclass in precision engineering meeting human skill, with Powell’s all-around supremacy and Hitch’s event-specific dominance showcasing how Remington’s loads deliver consistent patterns and velocity under the intense pressure of a major trapshooting showdown.

Digging deeper, these victories highlight Remington’s resurgence in an era when American manufacturing faces headwinds from imports and regulations. The Caribbean Classic, drawing top talent to Florida’s sun-soaked ranges, tests not just marksmanship but ammo reliability in humid, variable conditions—perfect for Premier shotshells’ reputation for clean burns and tight spreads. For the 2A community, this is rocket fuel: it underscores how domestic brands like Remington bolster grassroots shooting sports, from local clubs to national competitions, fostering the skills that keep our Second Amendment rights sharp. As anti-gun narratives push for restrictions, wins like these remind politicians and the public that shooting sports are about discipline, tradition, and American innovation—not the fearmongering they peddle.

The implications ripple outward—expect Powell and Hitch’s momentum to carry into bigger NSCA events, potentially elevating Remington’s market share amid a post-pandemic surge in recreational shooting. For enthusiasts, it’s a call to action: stock up on Premier, hit the range, and support the brands defending our freedoms one target at a time. Remington’s not just loading shells; they’re loading the chamber for 2A’s next chapter.