ASC Special Events Section. Includes DMR Matches, Night Shoots, Night Matches, New Events.   

Designated Marksman Matches (DMR)  

DMR matches will test a shooter's ability to rapidly engage targets from close distances to 600 yards. Matches will consist of 6-8 stages, and targets will average 3 MOA in size (e.g. 12" at 400 yards). Shooters are expected to bring their rifle zeroed, and their verified DOPE out to 600 yards. Shooters are allowed one rifle for the match.

Part of the unique fun of this match is that while shooters may carry auxiliary equipment to use as they see appropriate, all equipment must be carried by the shooter and remain with them throughout the entire TIMED SEGMENT of each stage; this includes all ammunition for the entire match. Plan your loadout appropriately. Heart rate will be increased moderately via physical exertion during some stages to induce stress!

Useful (but not mandatory) equipment includes bipod, sling, kneepads, tripod, shooting bag, rangefinder, kestrel or ballistic app on phone, pencil/paper, arm data board, additional ammo, and a bag/pack.

Carts, rifle bags or strollers may be used for transportation of rifles and equipment between stages. Use of these items is not allowed during stage courses of fire.

Scoring will be Time Plus Misses. 

There are 3 Divisions to classify a shooter's rifle configuration. While this match is best suited for scoped semi-automatic rifles, shooters with an LPVO or a bolt gun are welcome. At minimum, an optic magnification of 4x is required. 5.56, .308, 6.5 Creedmoor and 6mm cartridges are common.

DMR Competition 2026 Dates:

• May 30
• August 22

Video about our DMR Matches can be found at: ASC DMR Match Video

DMR Match details and registration will take place on our Practiscore Page: https://practiscore.com/clubs/aurora_sportsman_club

Night Shoot Competitions

ASC Night Match Competition is a low-light engagement competition built to test the shooter’s gear and ability to acquire, identify, and engage threats under night conditions. Participants will navigate four to six dynamic stages involving physical exertion—running, climbing, and moving obstacles—while locating and engaging targets at distances ranging from 5 to 300 yards. Expect real-world challenges that push both mindset and equipment.

This is not a beginner’s match. You are expected to have the fundamentals of your firearms down and have the ability to operate your night vision equipment and white lights.

Typical Equipment Needed:

• Night Observation Devices (night vision) and/or white light (weapon mounted light) devices are required. Thermal devices are permitted but not recommended. Targets will not be heated or have thermal paint on them. We will have multiple divisions that separate full NVG folks from white light divisions.
• Some Matches we make rifle only, some pistol only, and some may require both. We will provide more details on each individual match within the registration pages on Practiscore.
  • Rifles and PCCs (Pistol Caliber Carbines) may be used depending on the match.
  • Pistols may be used depending on the match.

• Night Shoot Competition 2026 Dates:
  • April 11
  • November 14

Night Shoot Match details and registration will take place on our Practiscore Page: https://practiscore.com/clubs/aurora_sportsman_club

General Night Shoot Practice Nights

This is NOT A COMPETITION. This is open to Members and their guests over the age of 18. This will not be a youth friendly event due to the complexity of low/no light. Attendees can use only pistol, or a combination of pistol and rifle.

Pistols Allowed: All non-magnum pistols using either Handheld and/or Weapon Mounted lights.

If you have a Weapon Mounted Light you SHOULD also have a handheld light. Do not show up with only a Weapon Mounted Light. A Handheld light is the only requirement. 

Rifles Allowed: AR and AK style rifles. Weapon Mounted Lights are Required for all Rifles. Rifle Caliber limited to 5.56/223, 300 Blackout, and 7.62X39. No 308, 30-06, or larger calibers (We will be shooting steel as close as 50 yards with rifles).

Night Vision Goggles, Thermal Scopes, and Night Vision Scopes are allowed.

• General Night Shoot Practice 2026 Dates:
  • April 25
  • October 24

General Night Shoot Practice event registration will take place on our ASC Event page and will be released once the events can be staffed. https://aurorasc.org/events

ASC Action Shooting Sports Cornfield Crucible

ASC’s Cornfield Crucible is a match designed to hit the sweet spot between The Tactical Games strongman/CrossFit-style fitness challenges, the fast, technical flow of traditional 2-Gun, and the precision demands of a DMR match.

Competitors will face 6–8 intense stages that blend shooting skill with physical exertion. Challenges may include moving heavy implements, climbing obstacles, and running several kilometers, all while engaging handgun and rifle targets with an elevated heart rate. Rifle engagements can extend to 500 yards, with pistol targets reaching out to 50 yards. Participants should be prepared to lift a 125-lb sandbag and run one mile in under 12 minutes.

• The Cornfield Crucible will take place on Saturday, March 28, 2026.

Stay tuned for more details as they are developed!