https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/is-there-a-pathway-to-earn-eic-points-shooting-matches-in-the-army-through-action-shooting <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I&#39;ve been trying to get EIC points and uniform bling through my shooting hobby. The hoops to get there are pretty steep and regionally biased depending where sanctioned matches are. <br /><br />It appears the Navy and USMC have instituted a policy that allows their service members to earn Excellence in Competition points toward the Distinguished Shooting badges through action shooting matches such as those put on by USPSA. <br /><br />THIS IS HUGE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It opens up the window of opportunity astronomically for everyone. Mainly, these kind of matches are much more prolific just about everywhere. <br /><br />Currently.........., as I found out the hard way, for us Army folks to earn points toward this badge we have to actual earn the points at an Army sanctioned match. Getting points at an equivalent civilian match only earns points toward the civilian award (regardless that a civilian match will be harder to compete in since the competitors are usually much better). There are ways to transfer civilian points, but it&#39;s just another hoop. <br /><br />I&#39;ve already kicked this question back to the Army Shooting Team. I&#39;m just reaching out here as well.<br /><br />Crossing fingers. I hope the Navy/USMC policy encourages the Army to follow. Getting EIC points via action shooting (USPSA) will be much easier (at the very least much more available) <br /><br />It pretty much nails the coffin shut with bulls eye shooting. Wed, 01 Mar 2023 12:27:18 -0500 https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/is-there-a-pathway-to-earn-eic-points-shooting-matches-in-the-army-through-action-shooting <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I&#39;ve been trying to get EIC points and uniform bling through my shooting hobby. The hoops to get there are pretty steep and regionally biased depending where sanctioned matches are. <br /><br />It appears the Navy and USMC have instituted a policy that allows their service members to earn Excellence in Competition points toward the Distinguished Shooting badges through action shooting matches such as those put on by USPSA. <br /><br />THIS IS HUGE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It opens up the window of opportunity astronomically for everyone. Mainly, these kind of matches are much more prolific just about everywhere. <br /><br />Currently.........., as I found out the hard way, for us Army folks to earn points toward this badge we have to actual earn the points at an Army sanctioned match. Getting points at an equivalent civilian match only earns points toward the civilian award (regardless that a civilian match will be harder to compete in since the competitors are usually much better). There are ways to transfer civilian points, but it&#39;s just another hoop. <br /><br />I&#39;ve already kicked this question back to the Army Shooting Team. I&#39;m just reaching out here as well.<br /><br />Crossing fingers. I hope the Navy/USMC policy encourages the Army to follow. Getting EIC points via action shooting (USPSA) will be much easier (at the very least much more available) <br /><br />It pretty much nails the coffin shut with bulls eye shooting. CPT Private RallyPoint Member Wed, 01 Mar 2023 12:27:18 -0500 2023-03-01T12:27:18-05:00 https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/is-there-a-pathway-to-earn-eic-points-shooting-matches-in-the-army-through-action-shooting?n=8158814&urlhash=8158814 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>When it comes to shooting, I always keep focused on my own efforts and ability. If the person firing next to me hits I stay oblivious to it and sight in on my own target. CPL Douglas Chrysler Wed, 01 Mar 2023 13:18:13 -0500 2023-03-01T13:18:13-05:00 https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/is-there-a-pathway-to-earn-eic-points-shooting-matches-in-the-army-through-action-shooting?n=8158826&urlhash=8158826 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Good luck. It sounds like something the Army should do and it takes someone bringing it up to the right person. The wheels of policy always turn slow. LTC Private RallyPoint Member Wed, 01 Mar 2023 13:30:18 -0500 2023-03-01T13:30:18-05:00 https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/is-there-a-pathway-to-earn-eic-points-shooting-matches-in-the-army-through-action-shooting?n=8158847&urlhash=8158847 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>This will enrich the culture within the Army and pay dividends on the battlefield. SFC Greg Witte Wed, 01 Mar 2023 13:47:24 -0500 2023-03-01T13:47:24-05:00 https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/is-there-a-pathway-to-earn-eic-points-shooting-matches-in-the-army-through-action-shooting?n=8158853&urlhash=8158853 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>When I was in, you could earn the NRA&#39;s Distinguished Shooter Award and wear it on your uniform. SGM Bill Frazer Wed, 01 Mar 2023 13:52:42 -0500 2023-03-01T13:52:42-05:00 https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/is-there-a-pathway-to-earn-eic-points-shooting-matches-in-the-army-through-action-shooting?n=8159511&urlhash=8159511 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I shot USPSA matches but never heard of an Army USPSA match. Yes the competition is fierce but its the only way to get better.<br /><br />I shot Limited, Production, Single Stack and Revolver. I used both a S&amp;W 25-2 and a S&amp;W 610.<br /><br />What division and gun do you use? SGT Private RallyPoint Member Wed, 01 Mar 2023 23:14:59 -0500 2023-03-01T23:14:59-05:00 2023-03-01T12:27:18-05:00