Wilbraham & Monson Academy's Riflery team had two of its members place in the top three at one of the program's biggest events of the season.
Dan Wesson '18 and Yi "Sally" Qiu '16 placed second and third, respectively, at the 85th annual Prep Gallery Match, which drew regional prep school's top competitors to Blue Trail Range in Wallingford, Conn., Feb. 17.
"Mr. Lombard was excited Sally and I finished second and third because it puts out a statement for our school," Dan said.
Dan and Sally were just two points out of first place, both shooting a 192 (of 200). Dan was awarded second place because he recorded more bulls-eyes.
"I did my routine," Dan said. "I tried to relax and not get all excited or anything. I got in my zone and focused and let things play out."
Sally added, "I think I did pretty well. Even though it wasn't my personal best, I wasn't as nervous as I expected to be."
Dan and Sally will lead WMA into its biggest match of the season: the Connecticut Shoot-Off, held at Blue Trail Range Feb. 24