Springfield Armory announced that Rob Leatham, its Research and Development Senior Technical Advisor, was honored with the inaugural Golden Bullseye Competitor Award from Shooting Sports USA. The National Rifle Association presented the award at its 2025 Annual Meetings & Exhibits in Atlanta, Georgia. Full details are in Springfield Armory's press release.
What Was Announced
Leatham received the new competitor award, the first of its kind handed out under the Golden Bullseye program. The Golden Bullseye Awards are in their 23rd year and are selected by a committee of NRA Media staff. The competitor category is meant to honor a shooter who performs at a high level in competition and also mentors younger competitors.
Key Details
- Award: Golden Bullseye Competitor Award, inaugural recipient
- Presented by: National Rifle Association, through Shooting Sports USA
- Event: 2025 NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits, Atlanta, Georgia
- Release date: May 8, 2025
What It Means for Gun Owners
The release says Leatham has more than 100 major championship titles across national and world competitions, spanning over 40 years in the sport. Shooting Sports USA editor John Parker called him a pioneer and an ambassador for the shooting sports. The award also signals that the NRA is recognizing mentorship alongside results, which may matter to newer shooters looking for role models in competition.
Bottom Line
Leatham's first-of-its-kind recognition is a notable honor for one of competitive shooting's most decorated names. The announcement comes from Springfield Armory, which employs him, so readers should weigh it as company-issued news.
