Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) – Team Ruger's Gordon Carrell and Randi Rogers traveled to Orchard, Texas and competed at the 2026 Texas State Open Championship with their Ruger® RXM® pistols.
Carrell secured an impressive first-place finish overall in the Production division, earning a remarkable final score of 259.01. This performance showcased Carrell's skill and confidence with his RXM pistol during time-pressured stages. Carrell said, "The RXM pistol with the 4.5" barrel was easy to shoot close targets at speed and provided the accuracy to shoot long targets with confidence."
Meanwhile, Rogers performed outstandingly with her RXM pistol in the Carry Optics division, earning first place in the unclassified category and second High Lady. Her skill and composure throughout the competition marked a highlight of her season.
"I'm getting more comfortable with the RXM and the red dot optic sight," stated Rogers. "The Texas State Open is a great match, where any shooter of any ability can compete. Each stage offers plenty of room to be a hero or score a zero based on how you choose to complete the stage."
The Ruger RXM pistol was introduced in late 2024 as a collaboration with Magpul Industries. It features a modular design and a unique, removable fire-control insert, enabling easy customization of grip frames. Out of the box, the RXM is optic-ready, supporting direct mounts for RMR, RMSc and Delta Point Pro patterns, as well as co-witness-height sights. This pistol truly sets itself apart from the rest and is a great choice for competitive shooting and at the range.
We are very proud of Carrell and Rogers' performance at the 2026 Texas State Open Championship. Team Ruger is excited to continue their momentum while preparing for upcoming competitions this season.
About Ruger Firearms: Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. is one of the nation's leading manufacturers of rugged, reliable firearms for the commercial sporting market. With products made in America, Ruger offers consumers almost 800 variations of more than 40 product lines, across the Ruger, Marlin and Glenfield brands. For more than 75 years, Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. has been a model of corporate and community responsibility. Our motto, "Arms Makers for Responsible Citizens®," echoes our commitment to these principles as we work hard to deliver quality and innovative firearms.