Howdy SBTL,
                                            
                                                We have a great update for you this month! Steve, Kerry and I continue our transition
                                                on the back office tasks.
                                            
                                                The back office is basically divided into three conceptual areas: 1) prep before
                                                the shoot, 2) processing after the shoot and 3) newsletter related stuff.
                                            
                                                With just a little guidance from me, Steve and Kerry performed the first and second
                                                set of tasks including all the shoot setup, and the printing of all the reports
                                                and score-sheets used for the July shoot. After the shoot was over, they uploaded
                                                all the data into the Website and performed all the SBTL calculations themselves.
                                                I will continue to Sheppard these processes over the next few months and we feel
                                                confident that there will be no negative impact to the league during the transition.
                                            
                                                Speaking of the league, we want to take a moment to simply say "Thank you" to all
                                                those shooters that have offered to help us run the league (you know who you are).
                                                It is really kind of everyone and it is nice to know that people care enough to
                                                not only shoot, but to offer their assistance. Steve and Kerry will be chatting
                                                with folks as they determine the appropriate jobs that they wish to farm out.
                                            
                                                For those that are new (and old) to the SBTL, the last half of the year is really
                                                exciting with the league. More and more shooters make their presence known as they
                                                cross the 5 shoot barrier for entry into the Year-End Standings. The jockeying for
                                                position really gets heated. Remember nothing is decided until the fat-lady sings
                                                and the last bird is shot in October. Everyone still has a chance to better their
                                                scores and improve their position!
                                            
                                                This goes for Team Standings too!! Our top 3 teams-to-date this year are Sunnyvale,
                                                Los Banos and Livermore. Come on Livermore Team Members: you still have the opportunity
                                                to knock off those Sunnyvale and Los Banos blokes from the top spot. Come on out
                                                and shoot for your TEAM!
                                            
                                                Please remember that the next shoot at Metcalf is out of the normal cycle and held
                                                on the FIRST SATURDAY of the month to try to accommodate those shooters that attend
                                                the Grand American. For those of you that will be travelling to Sparta, the members
                                                of the SBTL wish everyone Good Luck!
                                            
                                                Oh ... one last thought ... I know I remind shooters that "Gun Safety is Everyone’s
                                                Business" every single month. Please understand that this is not just route communication
                                                or me just trying to fill up space in the newsletter. The SBTL and host clubs have
                                                had a fabulous record to date because our shooters exercise excellent gun safety
                                                and handling. This little reminder is simply to say "Thanks" and "Keep up the good
                                                work".
                                            
                                                Everyone continue to enjoy our nice cool summer and Happy Shooting,
                                            
                                                Warren FAY