Lee County’s chapter of Ducks Unlimited awarded a $1,000 college scholarship in April to a member of Lee County High School’s Shooting Team, senior Makyna “MG” Rouse.

“When MG showed up, she was shooting a 20-gauge,” coach Chris Setzer said at a ceremony presenting Rouse with the scholarship on April 22. “I wanted her shooting a 12-gauge. She was a little hesitant at first, but she stepped up and it was nothing but progress from there.”

Setzer said Rouse is more than just a great shooter, though.

“She’s into so much more than shooting,” he said. “She’s an amazing person, the example of the kind of person we want to see.”

The scholarship was made available through funds raised by Lee County Ducks Unlimited, which has been in operation now for about three years. President Chuck McDonald said the group started with about three people and now has about 30. The group focuses on wetland conservation and youth programs.

Setzer has been a coach for the LCHS Shooting Team, which consists of 15 students, for three years. Those interested in learning more about the LCHS Shooting Team should contact him at cjsetzer@outlook.com.

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