Videos
Gear breakdowns, Q&A sessions, match recaps, and training content — straight from our instructors.
Why Your Rifle Won't Shoot — The Complete Troubleshooting Process with Steve Holland
Steve Holland breaks down the full troubleshooting process when your rifle stops performing. From action screws to barrel diagnostics, this is the checklist you need before chasing your tail at the range.
All Videos
23:26 Tutorials & DrillsWhy Your Rifle Won't Shoot — The Complete Troubleshooting Process with Steve Holland
Steve Holland breaks down the full troubleshooting process when your rifle stops performing. From action screws to barrel diagnostics, this is the checklist you need before chasing your tail at the range.
19:29 Gear BreakdownsNRL Hunter Rifle Setup — What Jon's Shooting at Snake River Pro/Am 2026
Jon walks through his 6.5 Creedmoor NRL Hunter rifle and explains why each component was selected. The focus is practical: modularity, weight limits, recoil control, travel convenience, and repeatable performance in natural terrain.
1:26:45 PodcastHow to Set Realistic Expectations Before Your First Competition with Ian Miner
Ian Miner joins the show to talk about what new competitors actually need to know before their first match. Gear, mindset, and how to get the most out of your first season.
1:31:32 PodcastMarine Recon Sniper on Precision Rifle, Competition & Bridging the Military-Civilian Gap
Caleb, a Marine Recon Sniper instructor, talks about his path from infantry to Scout Sniper to Recon Sniper instructor. The conversation covers how competition sharpened his instruction, the differences between infantry sniper and recon sniper pipelines, and what it takes to build capable snipers in today's training environment.
11:33 Gear BreakdownsWhy Defiance Is My Preferred Action — Eric D'Oro's PRS Competition Build
Eric D'Oro walks through his PRS competition build and explains why he chose a Defiance action over other options. A no-nonsense breakdown of what works for him and why.
1:45:55 PodcastPrecision Rifle Competition Tips: Zero Angles, Factory Ammo & Performance Training
Phil, Jon, and Will from Dope Talk Podcast cover performance competition vs advanced vs foundation level training, factory ammo recommendations by caliber, practice session structure, mental game on the clock, and caliber selection for getting into PRS.
1:27:40 PodcastNew Gear, Course Philosophy, and What Defines Advanced Shooting with Steve Holland
Steve Holland joins to talk about what separates a fundamentals course from an advanced course, new gear he's running, and the teaching philosophy behind The Cadre's curriculum.
36:46 Tutorials & DrillsHow to Build a DOPE Card — Free Download & Complete Tutorial
A complete walkthrough on building and using dope cards for precision rifle. Covers all four Cadre dope card layouts and how to fill them out for different applications.
16:22 Gear BreakdownsMarine Scout Sniper's Ultimate .308 Build: 6,000 Rounds Later
Phillip Velayo's first .308 build after 6,000 rounds. What held up, what he'd change, and why this rifle still gets range time.
2:07:28 PodcastThe Cadre Q&A Part 2: Bag Riders, Barrel Break-In & Beginner Mistakes
Phil, Jon, and Eric answer listener questions on bag rider techniques, rear bag pressure, carbon vs steel barrels for different applications, the biggest mistakes new shooters make, and rangefinder recommendations.
1:43:38 PodcastThe Cadre Q&A: Match Prep, Wind Calls, and Why Your Rifle Setup is Holding You Back
Phil and Jon answer questions covering first match survival, wind reading, top student struggles in classes, the chassis vs. stock debate, barrel length for competition, and tripod recommendations.
2:32:38 Tutorials & DrillsIntro to Precision Rifle Systems — Webinar Replay
Full replay of The Cadre's Intro to Precision Rifle Systems webinar. Covers the fundamentals of rifle systems, ballistics, and what you need to know before your first class or match.
1:05:36 Tutorials & DrillsHow To Train Like Marine Scout Snipers: From Mil-Relation to Weapon Mounted Laser Range Finders
A deep dive into the training methods used by Marine Scout Snipers — mil-relation, stalking, range estimation, and how weapon-mounted laser range finders are changing the game.
1:10:31 Matches & EventsScout Sniper Legacy Challenge — Episode 001
The inaugural Scout Sniper Legacy Challenge. Watch as competitors take on stages designed to test every skill a precision shooter needs.
1:42:14 PodcastWho is The Cadre? — The Cadre Podcast Ep 001
The first episode of The Cadre Podcast. Phil, Jon, and Matt introduce themselves, their backgrounds as Marine Scout Snipers, and what The Cadre is building.
22:44 Tutorials & DrillsThe Cadre Chaos Drill: The Ultimate 100 Yard Precision Rifle Drill
Built by Marine Scout Snipers, the Chaos Drill tests precision, transitions, and mental discipline all at 100 yards. Watch how it works and try it yourself with the free target download.
12:15 Gear BreakdownsNRL HUNTER: What's in Jon's Kit — First Place Team at Mason Valley Steel Hunter
Jon breaks down the full kit he ran at the 2025 Mason Valley Steel Hunter match, where his team placed first. Every piece of gear, why he chose it, and what he'd do differently.
9:36 Gear BreakdownsGarmin Foretrex 901 and Vectronix Workflow Breakdown with Phillip Velayo
Phillip walks through his workflow integrating the Garmin Foretrex 901 with a Vectronix range finder. How data flows from observation to firing solution in the field.
6:27 Matches & EventsNRL Hunter Stage Demonstration with a Recon Scout Sniper — Jon Bumpus
Jon demonstrates how to approach and execute an NRL Hunter stage. Stage breakdown, position selection, and shot execution from a Recon Scout Sniper perspective.
0:31 AboutThe Cadre
The Cadre Training Group — precision rifle training by Marine Scout Snipers.
Subscribe on YouTube
New videos every week — gear breakdowns, Q&A sessions, match recaps, and training content from our instructors.