Team Lapua’s Justin Utley Earns Third Place at 2026 Oklahoma Prone Masters Challenge
Team Lapua’s Justin Utley captured third place at the 2026 Oklahoma Prone Masters Challenge, held April 17–19 at the Oklahoma City Gun Club in Arcadia, OK.
The two-day 1,000-yard prone match challenged competitors with demanding weather conditions. On Saturday, shooters battled extreme wind and cold temperatures while firing three 20 shot strings. Sunday brought significantly calmer conditions for the final two 20 shot strings, allowing many competitors to improve scores.
Utley competed with his .308 Palma rifle, shooting Berger 155.5 Grain Fullbore Target Rifle Bullets, Lapua 308 Win Palma brass, and Vihtavuori N150 powder. This proven combination delivered exceptional precision and consistency throughout the match.
Saturday Scores:
• 185 2X
• 179 3X
• 185 3X
Sunday Scores:
• 198 11X
• 199 9X
“I am very happy with the performance of the rifle and ammo combination,” Utley said. “These components just flat-out perform.”
Utley’s next competition will be the Texas State Rifle Association Service Rifle Championships, scheduled for May 15–17, 2026.
