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SARTS INTRODUCTION
The Small Arms Readiness and Training Section (SARTS) manages the marksmanship program in the Texas National Guard. SARTS is located within the State Area Command Headquarters (STARC). The section operates within the Operation and Training (AGTX-OTT) Branch. This directorate is located at Camp Mabry, Austin, Texas. SARTS is managed by the State Marksmanship Coordinator, who currently is CW4 Richard Tanner.
SARTS MISSION
	SARTS is responsible for improving ARNG unit level readiness. Their mission is to raise the overall level of small arms performance, capability and readiness of ARNG unit personnel through small arms instruction, range operation, small arms competitions and training.
SARTS MARKSMANSHIP TRAINING
SARTS conducts "train the trainer" clinics for unit personnel but does not, except in unusual circumstances, actually conduct qualification training for a unit. SARTS may assist unit level competitive and youth outreach programs for both the Army and Air National Guard. SARTS also provides marksmanship instruction for units being mobilized for Active Duty and attends conferences, shows and meetings to promote marksmanship within the Texas National Guard.
SARTS OBJECTIVE
	SARTS will help ensure that each member of the Army and Air Guard is fully capable of employing their assigned weapon in combat, civil disturbance roles and/or operations other than war. SARTS tries to instill a level of personal confidence and skill which will prompt our soldiers to react with accurate and well-aimed fire when needed.
NATIONAL RIFLE TEAM Standing left to right \| CSM Bobby Adams \| CW4 Richard Tanner Kneeling left to right \| SSgt Troy Proctor \| LTC Don Tryce