Kerry Luft, Renowned Author, on Sporting Clays, Mental Mastery & Conservation– Clay Mastermind with Dawn Grant: Mental Excellence and Industry Insight
Thu Jan 29 2026
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In this engaging episode of "Clay Mastermind," host Dawn Grant welcomes Kerry Luft, a seasoned sporting clays enthusiast and executive vice president of the Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation. With over 30 years of experience in the field, Kerry shares his journey from a casual shooter to a professional, highlighting his role as a Level 2 NSCA instructor and his collaboration with renowned shooter Anthony Matarese Jr. Kerry's accolades include co-authoring the book "Straight Shooting" and contributing to conservation efforts through his work at the foundation.
Throughout the episode, Kerry delves into the intricacies of the mental game in shooting sports, emphasizing the importance of confidence and letting go of ego to achieve peak performance. He shares personal anecdotes and insights from his teaching experiences, offering valuable advice for both novice and seasoned shooters. The conversation also touches on broader themes of conservation, with Kerry discussing his involvement in projects like IMAX 3D movies about endangered ecosystems and research on sustainable shooting practices.
Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the dedication and passion required to excel in sporting clays, as well as the broader impact of conservation efforts on the environment. Whether you're a shooting enthusiast or interested in wildlife conservation, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge and inspiration from a true expert in the field.
Kerry Luft Links
https://clayshootinginstruction.com/instructors/#kerry-luft
Phone: 224-343-5790
Email: kerry@clayshootinginstruction.com
A.I.M. Shooting School: https://clayshootinginstruction.com/
Book: “Straight Shooting” - https://clayshootinginstruction.com/straight-shooting-sporting-clays-book/
Dawn Grant Links
https://dawngrant.com/
https://mindmastered.com/
https://ameliashotgunsports.com/
Free webinar here: https://dawngrant.com/pages/clay-shooters-mind-game-mastery
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Send us a text In this engaging episode of "Clay Mastermind," host Dawn Grant welcomes Kerry Luft, a seasoned sporting clays enthusiast and executive vice president of the Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation. With over 30 years of experience in the field, Kerry shares his journey from a casual shooter to a professional, highlighting his role as a Level 2 NSCA instructor and his collaboration with renowned shooter Anthony Matarese Jr. Kerry's accolades include co-authoring the book "Straight Shooting" and contributing to conservation efforts through his work at the foundation. Throughout the episode, Kerry delves into the intricacies of the mental game in shooting sports, emphasizing the importance of confidence and letting go of ego to achieve peak performance. He shares personal anecdotes and insights from his teaching experiences, offering valuable advice for both novice and seasoned shooters. The conversation also touches on broader themes of conservation, with Kerry discussing his involvement in projects like IMAX 3D movies about endangered ecosystems and research on sustainable shooting practices. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the dedication and passion required to excel in sporting clays, as well as the broader impact of conservation efforts on the environment. Whether you're a shooting enthusiast or interested in wildlife conservation, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge and inspiration from a true expert in the field. Kerry Luft Links https://clayshootinginstruction.com/instructors/#kerry-luft Phone: 224-343-5790 Email: kerry@clayshootinginstruction.com A.I.M. Shooting School: https://clayshootinginstruction.com/ Book: “Straight Shooting” - https://clayshootinginstruction.com/straight-shooting-sporting-clays-book/ Dawn Grant Links https://dawngrant.com/ https://mindmastered.com/ https://ameliashotgunsports.com/ Free webinar here: https://dawngrant.com/pages/clay-shooters-mind-game-mastery Support the show 10% OFF ShotKam Coupon Code “TheClayLab”: https://bit.ly/TheClayLab-ShotKam Visit Us at www.claylabusa.com for videos, podcasts, and articles about Sporting Clays. Join as a Channel Member for early access to Videos & Podcasts and to support The Clay Lab Find us on Social Media YouTube Instagram Facebook