Chris D. Horton Legacy
Sniper Competition 2025
October 17 - October 19, 2025
Chris D. Horton
Specialist Christopher D. Horton died in Paktia, Afghanistan on September 9, 2011, during a complex ambush. Specialist Horton was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 279 Infantry Regiment, 45th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, as a sniper.
His wife made a comment to me that she didn't know how to keep Chris's legacy alive since they never had kids to carry on his name. This bothered me for years, until in 2019 we put together the first sniper match in his honor. His wife flies in from DC to officiate the event and it's a great time to remember Chris, cross-load information between sniper teams and continue to keep our skills sharp.
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Coming in to watch the event? This year, we are partnering with a local hotel for a 20% discount!
South Sioux City Marriott Riverfront
8.7 mi to airport
South Sioux City Marriott welcomes travelers to Nebraska with a beautiful location on the Missouri River. This South Sioux City hotel is convenient to many attractions, such as Sioux City Convention Center, Morningside College, and Tyson Events Center.
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