“India’s shooting ecosystem is undergoing a strategic transformation as preparations for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games take shape, with a clear blueprint focused on six medals, personalised athlete plans, and a world-record mindset, according to a report by Hindustan Times.
At the heart of the strategy is a shift from generic preparation to individualised performance roadmaps. Each elite shooter is being assessed on technical strengths, mental conditioning, competition temperament, and long-term consistency. Coaches and high-performance experts are tailoring training modules to suit specific athletes rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach.
The plan aligns with India’s recent success in global shooting events, where athletes have not only won medals but also challenged and broken world records. Officials believe that targeting world-class scores, rather than merely podium finishes, is essential to staying competitive at LA 2028, where margins are expected to be razor-thin.
Advanced sports science plays a key role in the blueprint. Data analytics, biomechanics, match-pressure simulations, recovery protocols, and psychological resilience training are being integrated into daily practice. Shooters are encouraged to think beyond qualification benchmarks and consistently train at Olympic-final intensity levels.
The focus on six medals reflects both ambition and realism, based on depth across rifle, pistol, and shotgun disciplines. Talent pipelines from junior and national squads are also being strengthened to ensure continuity and internal competition.
Experts say the LA 2028 plan signals a cultural shift in Indian shooting—from participation and occasional success to sustained excellence with a record-breaking mindset. If executed effectively, it could position India as one of the most formidable shooting nations at the next Olympic Games.”
At the heart of the strategy is a shift from generic preparation to individualised performance roadmaps. Each elite shooter is being assessed on technical strengths, mental conditioning, competition temperament, and long-term consistency. Coaches and high-performance experts are tailoring training modules to suit specific athletes rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach.
The plan aligns with India’s recent success in global shooting events, where athletes have not only won medals but also challenged and broken world records. Officials believe that targeting world-class scores, rather than merely podium finishes, is essential to staying competitive at LA 2028, where margins are expected to be razor-thin.
Advanced sports science plays a key role in the blueprint. Data analytics, biomechanics, match-pressure simulations, recovery protocols, and psychological resilience training are being integrated into daily practice. Shooters are encouraged to think beyond qualification benchmarks and consistently train at Olympic-final intensity levels.
The focus on six medals reflects both ambition and realism, based on depth across rifle, pistol, and shotgun disciplines. Talent pipelines from junior and national squads are also being strengthened to ensure continuity and internal competition.
Experts say the LA 2028 plan signals a cultural shift in Indian shooting—from participation and occasional success to sustained excellence with a record-breaking mindset. If executed effectively, it could position India as one of the most formidable shooting nations at the next Olympic Games.”
