Val Simmons

Val Simmons is the steady hand and sharp mind behind Team Saber Tactical. As Thayne “Red Panda” Simmons’ father, he brings decades of marksmanship experience and technical insight to every match. Known for his calm focus and precise wind calls, Val has earned multiple finals appearances and top-tier finishes at national events—built on discipline, preparation, and flawless fundamentals. Off the firing line, Val plays a key role in Saber Tactical’s product development, testing prototypes under real match conditions and refining designs for comfort, control, and consistency. His influence can be felt in everything from chassis ergonomics to rock-solid accessory systems trusted by shooters worldwide. A mentor, competitor, and craftsman, Val bridges the gap between innovation and execution. His philosophy is simple: if it’s on the rifle in the Finals, it earned its place. That’s the standard he lives and builds by.

Thayne Simmons

Thayne “The Red Panda” Simmons is one of the most respected figures in modern precision airgunning—known equally for his championship performances and his engineering influence on the sport. As a co-founder of Saber Tactical, he helped create gear that gives shooters an edge through innovation, strength, and real-world performance. A multi-time champion, Thayne has earned top finishes at major events like the Rocky Mountain Airgun Challenge, Extreme Benchrest, and the Pyramyd AIR Cup. In 2023, he made history as the first shooter to sweep all three major U.S. 100-yard benchrest titles in one season. Now deeply involved in the development of Karma Airguns, Thayne’s “Red Panda” legacy lives on through the rifle platform he helped design—one built for precision, consistency, and competition. Whether behind the bench or behind the brand, Thayne continues to raise the bar for the sport he loves.

Donny Du

Donny Du is the founder and creative force behind DonnyFL, Saber Tactical, and Karma Airguns—three brands that have transformed the world of precision airgunning. A refugee from Vietnam, Donny’s story embodies resilience, innovation, and the pursuit of the American Dream. What began as a passion project to make airguns quieter and more accurate grew into DonnyFL—the gold standard in sound moderation—followed by Saber Tactical’s high-performance accessories and the precision-built rifles of Karma Airguns. Beyond engineering, Donny is known for his generosity and sportsmanship—often lending his own competition rifle to help others succeed. His dedication to excellence and community continues to inspire shooters worldwide, proving that true leadership isn’t just about innovation—it’s about lifting others along the way.

Abner Almenas

Abner Almenas discovered his love for airguns in Puerto Rico, starting with his father’s CO2 pellet rifle. In 2015, that passion turned into purpose when he co-founded Iguana Hunting Tours Puerto Rico—the world’s first guided iguana hunting business—combining conservation, adventure, and responsible pest control. His work soon gained national attention through the Sportsman Channel, Outdoor Channel, GunTalk Media, and Food Network, among others. After attending the 2021 Rocky Mountain Airgun Challenge, Abner was inspired to enter competitive shooting alongside his son, Abner Gabriel. Together, they’ve earned multiple wins, including Gabriel’s 2025 RMAC 100-Yard Benchrest Sportsman Division Championship. Today, Abner is expanding into PRS-style competition while lending his tuning expertise and energy to the DonnyFL, Saber Tactical, and Karma Airguns family. With a heart for mentorship and innovation, he continues to elevate the sport and inspire shooters worldwide.

Amado Delgonza

Amado Delgonza is a proud ambassador for precision airgunning in the Dominican Republic, where his leadership has helped grow a thriving community of shooters. Dedicated to raising local standards, he’s introduced advanced PCP platforms, optics, and competition-ready setups to marksmen across the region. Through his company, Delgonza SRL, Amado also provides retail and technical support for airgun enthusiasts—ensuring they have both the right equipment and the knowledge to use it effectively. His hands-on expertise gives him a rare perspective that bridges the gap between shooter and supplier. As a competitor and member of Team Saber Tactical, Amado represents his country with professionalism, consistency, and passion. Whether competing, advising, or developing new shooters, he stays true to the principle that defines his work and his team alike: Precision Perfected.

Bill Squillace

Bill Squillace is a veteran airgun competitor whose calm focus and sharp instincts have earned him a place among the sport’s most respected shooters. Based in Florida, he’s been competing for over six years, standing on podiums at major international events—including 2nd place at the 2023 Pyramyd AIR Cup, Champion in 2024, and 3rd in 2025—against fields of nearly 200 shooters. A lifelong competitor, Bill’s background in motorsports and precision firearms brings a unique blend of mechanical skill and split-second decision-making to his airgun performance. Now in his 70s, he continues to compete at the highest level, known for his discipline, meticulous setup, and relentless consistency. As part of Team Saber Tactical, Bill also mentors rising shooters on matchcraft, gear tuning, and mental preparation—proving that experience, precision, and passion never age out of competition.

Brady Lawing

Brady Lawing is a champion shooter and avid outdoorsman whose career bridges 3-gun competition, airgun mastery, and a lifelong love of hunting. His journey began as a kid when his uncle handed him a .177 Marksman air pistol—sparking a passion that would shape his future. Driven by both competition and conservation, Brady has become a force in the field and on the range. He won the 2021 American Airgunner Challenge, followed by a televised bear harvest on the Sportsman Channel in 2022, and claimed the 2023 RMAC 100-Yard Speed Champion title. In 3-gun, he’s earned 11 major victories, including a three-peat at the Microtech Pro-Am Championship. Through his platforms For God and Country Outdoors and @3gunbrady, Brady shares real-world insight into hunting, gear, and tactical preparation—embodying the precision, grit, and faith that define both his craft and his character.

Chris Turek

Chris Turek—known to many as UpNorth Airgunner—is the Director of Marketing for DonnyFL, Saber Tactical, and Karma Airguns. A U.S. Army veteran and former M1 Abrams Tank Gunner, Chris brings the same precision and discipline from his military career into the world of airgunning. When Michigan legalized big-game airgun hunting, he became one of its earliest pioneers, ethically harvesting deer and promoting the sport nationwide. Since then, he’s become a force in competitive shooting, earning multiple finals finishes and winning the 2025 Extreme Benchrest Grand Championship. Beyond competition, Chris serves the airgun community as a volunteer with the Airgun Sporting Association, helping advance hunter access and technology regulation across the U.S. As a Guinness World Record holder for the Longest Air Rifle Shot, Chris continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible—driven by passion, precision, and purpose.

Dusty Powers

Dusty Powers hails from Orofino, Idaho, with a lifelong passion for shooting, hunting, and archery. He won multiple state championships, claimed victory at the IBO Nationals, and finished in the top 5 at IBO Worlds. Transitioning into center-fire rifle competition over 15 years ago, Dusty has secured several local match wins and enjoys ELR events. In 2020, Dusty discovered airgun shooting, and by 2021, he was competing in tournaments with borrowed gear. In 2022, he purchased his first airgun, an FX Crown equipped with a Saber Tactical chassis. That year, he won the RMAC bench rest and reached the finals at EBR. Since then, Dusty has earned multiple podium finishes, including 7th at RMAC in 2025’s PMC, 6th (tie 5th) at EBR in benchrest, 4th in the steel scramble, and 3rd in extreme field target. Dusty’s diverse shooting background and competitive spirit drive his pursuit of excellence. He is excited for the 2026 season and continuing to elevate his performance with Team Saber Tactical.

Franz Henning

Franz Henning’s passion for shooting began at just eight years old in Chile, inspired by family hunting trips that sparked a lifelong love for marksmanship. Though he built a professional career in dentistry, his true focus never strayed far from the range. In 2019, Franz discovered PCP airguns—a turning point that propelled him to the top of competitive shooting in Chile and beyond. A multi-time national champion in Benchrest and PRS-style competition, Franz has also represented Chile at the Rocky Mountain Airgun Challenge, achieving multiple Finals appearances and Top-10 finishes against the world’s best. Beyond competition, Franz shares his expertise through his YouTube channel Sniper Hunter Chile, where he documents airgun hunts, field tests, and tips for shooters worldwide. Proudly representing Saber Tactical, Franz leads with humility, heart, and a drive to elevate the sport and community that continue to inspire him.

Humberto Ancona

Humberto Ancona is one of Mexico’s most dedicated ambassadors for precision airgun shooting. Based in the Yucatán Peninsula, he has helped grow the sport nationwide through his work with AirMex Mexico, making high-performance airguns, training, and competition opportunities accessible to shooters across the region. As both a leader and competitor, Humberto has represented Mexico at major events like Extreme Benchrest and other top U.S. competitions, consistently improving his performance and bringing valuable experience back to his local community. His approach—rooted in strong fundamentals and a constant drive to improve—has earned him respect on both sides of the border. Whether he’s tuning rifles, hosting training sessions, or competing abroad, Humberto’s mission remains clear: to elevate precision airgunning, build lasting connections, and proudly put Mexico on the global map of competitive shooting.

Izzy Cebreros

Israel “Izzy” Cebreros discovered his love for airguns at just ten years old when his father handed him a Daisy Red Ryder BB gun. That simple gift sparked a lifelong passion for marksmanship, craftsmanship, and the joy of shooting. Known for his appreciation of classic lever-action airguns, Izzy values their balance, nostalgia, and precision—traits that mirror his own approach to the sport. Over time, he’s become both a skilled competitor and a hands-on tinkerer, constantly tuning and refining his setups for peak performance. Some of Izzy’s favorite memories come from shooting alongside his father, experiences that built not only skill but also a deep respect for the airgun community. Today, he continues to share that passion by mentoring newcomers, helping them troubleshoot, learn, and discover the same excitement that first inspired him all those years ago.

Jeffrey Hernandez

Jeffrey Hernandez entered the world of precision airgunning in 2019 and quickly proved he was one to watch. His breakout came at Extreme Benchrest 2021, where he claimed 1st in Sportsman Class, 1st in the One Gun Challenge, and 2nd at 50 Yards. From there, his rise was steady and unstoppable. In 2022, Jeffrey earned 1st Place Pro Class at EBR, followed by multiple podiums in 2023. His 2024 season was a standout—sweeping titles at the N50 Nationals and adding more wins at EBR. In 2025, he represented Team USA at the WRABF World Championship in Finland, taking home Gold in the Heavy Varmint Team event. Now a proud member of Team Saber Tactical, Jeffrey’s methodical approach and focus on consistency set him apart. Competing primarily with .22 caliber, he embodies the brand’s core philosophy: Precision Perfected.

Jeremy VanSchoonhoven

Jeremy brings performer’s poise and a competitor’s edge to Team Saber Tactical. A finalist on America’s Got Talent (Season 5) for world-class trials riding, he’s known for calm execution under pressure—an attention to detail he now applies to precision airgunning. On the match line, Jeremy’s results span disciplines: he won the RMAC Precision Marksman Challenge (Sportsman), placed Top-10 at the 2023 Pyramyd Air Cup 100-Yard Benchrest, and took strong finishes in ELR and precision events at the 2024 Northeast Airgun Classic. That same meticulous mindset guides his shop work—verifying dope, stress-testing hardware, and tuning setups until they perform. Whether dialing an Impact for ELR or beta-testing new chassis and rails, Jeremy insists every part earn its place. Calm, exacting, and relentless about performance, he helps ensure Team Saber Tactical’s gear and shooters are competition-ready.

John Pol

John Pol began his rise in the Sportsman division, quickly earning recognition for his precision and poise behind the trigger. His 3rd-place finish at the 2024 Northeast Airgun Classic 100-Yard Benchrest showcased both his technical skill and his readiness to compete among the pros. Today, John serves as a lead machinist and CNC engineer for Saber Tactical, DonnyFL, and Karma Airguns, where he merges competitive insight with advanced manufacturing. From programming CNC runs to hand-finishing billet components, his deep understanding of shooting dynamics—wind, recoil, trigger feel, and bag geometry—directly shapes the products used by top shooters worldwide. Whether he’s on the line or in the shop, John brings the same precision, focus, and commitment to excellence. He’s the crucial link between competition and craftsmanship, ensuring every product performs as flawlessly as the shooters who depend on it.

John Rupple

John Rupple’s passion for marksmanship began early, guided by his father, Alan, who instilled the values of safety, focus, and precision through competitive air rifle shooting. Those lessons carried into his service as a United States Marine, where John qualified as Expert every year and represented his Battalion at the Marine Corps Marksmanship Competition – East. After his military career, John continued competing while serving with the Marathon County Sheriff’s Department, earning multiple state titles including Champion of Champions and Slow Fire Champion. In 2021, he returned to his roots in airgun competition, quickly rising through the ranks alongside teammate PJ Clarke. Now a proud member of Team Saber Tactical, John has earned top finishes at national events like the Pyramyd Air Cup and continues pushing his .30 caliber Red Panda to its limits—driven by passion, discipline, and an unwavering pursuit of excellence.

Keith Rush

Keith Rush is a proud U.S. Navy veteran whose 30 years of service built the precision, discipline, and integrity that now define his career as a competitive airgunner. Originally from Somerset, Kentucky, he earned Expert qualifications with both rifle and pistol throughout his military tenure—skills that naturally transitioned into his passion for precision shooting. After retiring, Keith discovered a new mission: helping fellow veterans find purpose and connection through airgunning. He actively promotes the sport’s therapeutic and unifying power, guiding service members toward confidence and community beyond the uniform. A rising competitor, Keith placed 5th in the Sportsman Division at Extreme Benchrest 2024 and earned a Top-10 finish at the 2025 Pyramyd Air Cup. Now representing Team Saber Tactical, he embodies professionalism, mentorship, and an unrelenting drive to grow. His motto says it all: Serve. Inspire. Hit the mark.

Luke Lawing

Raised in Morganton, North Carolina, Luke Lawing began his shooting journey early—deer hunting at five, joining 4-H at nine, and entering 3-Gun competition by eleven after following in his brother Brady’s footsteps. That early start built a deep foundation across trap, .22 rifle and pistol, archery, and precision airguns. Luke’s impact in airgun competition came fast. He won the RMAC Sportsman Speed title in 2021, followed by consistent top finishes, including 3rd place in the RMAC 2025 Speed Finals. His move into the Pro Precision Marksman division marks his evolution from speed shooter to well-rounded precision competitor. Still active in multigun and precision formats, Luke’s adaptability and composure set him apart. As a member of Team Saber Tactical, he combines technical insight, calm execution, and relentless drive—turning every stage into an opportunity to prove that precision under pressure wins.

Mike Powers

Mike Powers grew up in a small Idaho town with a big legacy in precision sports. The son of a six-time world champion in 3D archery, he was raised on ranges and tournaments—developing an early love for accuracy, craftsmanship, and competition. In 1993, Mike launched CNC Tech, machining precision risers and components that reshaped the archery world before expanding into long-range rifle parts for top industry names like Nightforce Optics. Over 25 years later, his machining expertise remains unmatched. Competition runs deep in the Powers family—earning records in 1,000-yard shooting, trap, and rimfire. When his brother Dusty entered airgun competition and won RMAC, Mike followed suit—quickly earning finals placements of his own. Now running Powers Precision, he continues building world-class components while competing with Team Saber Tactical, blending engineering mastery and competitive instinct in pursuit of one goal: Precision Perfected.

PJ Clarke

PJ Clarke’s passion for airguns began in the late 1970s when his uncle gifted him a .177 Marksman pistol—an experience that sparked a lifelong fascination with precision shooting. After a career in law enforcement, where rifles and pistols were part of daily life, PJ returned to airguns for their quiet precision and endless room for technical mastery. Now the Lead Technical Support Specialist for Karma Airguns and DonnyFL, PJ helps shooters around the world fine-tune performance, diagnose issues, and optimize accuracy. His detective mindset and dedication to service have earned him respect both on and off the firing line. As a top competitor, PJ has claimed multiple Top-10 finishes at RMAC and the Pyramyd AIR Cup, proving his consistency at the sport’s highest level. Whether he’s competing, tuning, or teaching, PJ remains driven by the same joy that started it all—the perfect shot.