On today's episode of TFB's Behind the Gun Podcast, we are joined once again by Matt and Dan from The Proving Grounds. The Proving Grounds is a series of firearms competition events that feature everything from precision long-range rifle shooting out to 700 yards, high-speed carbine engagements, close-quarters pistol work, in addition to demanding physical obstacles, weighted carries, and timed rucks, all under strict par times. Each series is unique and encompasses everything from the Proving Grounds Tactical Sniper matches, "Moons Out, Goons Out" night-vision shoots, Heavy Division challenges, Gas Gun Tactical courses, and regional competitions across the Southeast US. Today, Matt and Dan return to tell us about some of their recent conquests and future match plans for 2026.More TFB Behind the Gun Podcast Episodes: TFB Behind the Gun #209: Ryan w/ Atrius Development Group TFB Behind the Gun #208: Vortex Edge's Chris Urrutia TFB Behind the Gun #207: Hot or Not w/ TFB's Doug E TFB Behind the Gun #211: The Proving Grounds ReturnsOn this episode of TFB's Behind the Gun Podcast, Matt and Dan from The Proving Grounds return for an in-depth discussion. The Proving Grounds hosts a lineup of 2-gun competitions blending 70% marksmanship—rifle targets from 1 to 700 yards, rapid carbine transitions, and pistol stages—with 30% fitness elements like rugged obstacles, heavy plate carrier carries, and ruck marches constrained by 90-120 second par times. The diverse formats include Tactical Sniper series events, "Moons Out, Goons Out" nocturnal matches, Ruck divisions, regional showdowns, and specialty courses testing gear reliability under stress.Contact Email: sponsorships@tpgcomp.com Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Listen right here at TFB: Listen to Behind The Gun on TFB – https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/podcast/Listen on Apple Podcasts: Listen to Behind The Gun on Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tfb-behind-the-gun-podcast/id1505843385Listen on Spotify: Listen to Behind The Gun on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5riFj2wJFloCtoKzvCc4ml?si=V-JiLBcXQSKw6cdtWzqdTwPlease support our Behind The Gun Podcast sponsors:Silencer Shop – www.silencershop.com If you’ve said that buying a silencer is too expensive, too long of a wait, or that the paperwork is too confusing, you’re not alone. Buying a silencer is a big deal, and we don’t take it lightly either! But it’s the easiest it’s ever been!Kimber – www.R7Mako.com Kimber’s award-winning R7 Mako: the polymer-frame, striker-fired micro-compact with 14 rounds total capacity, and a trigger you have to experience to believe. Feed your appetite for something different at www.R7Mako.com.VNSH Holsters – www.vnsh.com/behindthegun The VNSH (pronounced Vanish) holster is quickly becoming one of the most popular holsters in America and thousands of customers say it’s the most comfortable holster ever. Because you’re a supporter of TFB’s Behind the Gun podcast you can go to www.vnsh.com/behindthegun to get a $50 discount on the vanish holster which normally retails for $130. Visit www.vnsh.com/behindthegun to claim your $50 discount today!