Sierra Bullets' Madi Woodward Ranks Top Lady at Mason Valley Steel Hunter

Woodward places 4th overall in Open Light Division at challenging 5th annual competition.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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Madi Woodward, E-Commerce and Trade Marketing Manager at Sierra Bullets, placed first in the women's classification and 4th overall in the Open Light Division at the 5th Annual Mason Valley Steel Hunter competition. Competing with Sierra Bullets 25 Cal 131 GR MatchKing in a 25 Creedmoor, Woodward completed all 17 stages despite challenging 95-degree heat conditions.

Why it matters

This performance highlights Sierra Bullets' commitment to supporting top-tier shooting talent and the company's reputation for manufacturing high-quality, precision ammunition used by elite competitors. Woodward's success also demonstrates the resilience and skill required to excel in demanding precision rifle competitions.

The details

The 5th Annual Mason Valley Steel Hunter, held at the Mason Valley Ranch in Julia, California, comprised 17 intense stages designed to test shooters' precision rifle expertise. Contestants faced challenging conditions, including high temperatures reaching 95 degrees. Despite the heat, Woodward delivered an impressive performance, demonstrating intense focus and precision to complete all 17 stages and rank first in the women's classification.

  • The 5th Annual Mason Valley Steel Hunter was held from February 27 to March 1, 2026.
  • Madi Woodward competed in the event on February 27-March 1, 2026.

The players

Madi Woodward

E-Commerce and Trade Marketing Manager at Sierra Bullets, who placed first in the women's classification and 4th overall in the Open Light Division at the 5th Annual Mason Valley Steel Hunter competition.

Sierra Bullets

A leading manufacturer of high-quality, precision ammunition, founded in 1947 and headquartered in Sedalia, Missouri.

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What they’re saying

“The most unexpected element of the match was the 95-degree heat in February. Despite the conditions, the course was both challenging and fun. I'm happy with how I showed up to kick off my first NRL match of the season and proud to represent Sierra in the field.”

— Madi Woodward, E-Commerce and Trade Marketing Manager, Sierra Bullets (theoutdoorwire.com)

What’s next

Sierra Bullets looks forward to continuing its support of talented athletes like Madi Woodward and seeing their performance in upcoming competitions.

The takeaway

Madi Woodward's impressive performance at the 5th Annual Mason Valley Steel Hunter, including a first-place finish in the women's classification and a 4th-place overall in the Open Light Division, showcases Sierra Bullets' commitment to manufacturing high-quality, precision ammunition used by elite competitors.