We often see the option to register as “Concurrent Only” for a competition, particularly at larger shoots like the State and National Championships. Typically, this registration is less expensive than the standard fees but, besides saving some money, what does “Concurrent Only” mean?

The NSCA Rule & Regulations (2010) book covers this topic in Rule IV-D – Concurrent Events. Specifically, paragraph 3 reads: “Shooters are eligible to compete for both concurrent and class awards. Shoot Official(s) may specify in the tournament program that a reduced fee is offered for concurrent events. At time of entry the shooter has the option to pay the full entry fee and compete for both concurrent and class (open) titles, or pay a reduced fee and compete for concurrent titles only. If the shooter elects to pay a reduced fee and compete for concurrent titles only, they are still subject to earning punches, in their class, according to Rule III-A-2”.

So, if you register for Concurrent Only, you’ll only compete for concurrent titles and awards but you will still earn punches based on your class (M, AA, A, B, C, D, E) performance.