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  • The SOB Tactical Stance Drill

    Mobility increases survivability. In this drill I start at 10 yards, move to ~7, draw and put three rounds on a 5" circle between 7–5 yards, then close to 3 yards. I use a small sticker for precision work (smaller than the 5" standard) and always try to hit the sticker. Every stance should imply ...

  • You Must Know These 5 Components of Proper Stance

    In this SOB TV episode, John “Shrek” McPhee delivers a complete breakdown of stance. He takes you step-by-step through the five essential components every shooter must master: feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and head. With Shrek’s detailed coaching, you’ll learn how proper posture and placement in ...

  • Stance Down & Dirty Main Video

    John breaks down Stance, down & dirty. Get on the range and check it out when you need it.

  • Stance - Shoulders

    We are continuing to break down the proper stance this week with shoulders.

  • Stance - Genetic Parallax

    Here we go! Breaking down the stance with the Genetic Parallax!

  • Stance - Mobility

    We have to be mobile! Here is the breakdown.

  • Stop the Re-Grip: Fix Your Stance, Find the Dot, and Super Push

    In this SOB TV coaching session, John breaks down one of the most common shooting flaws—re-gripping after every shot—and how to fix it for good. From stance and shoulder alignment to red dot tracking and thumb pressure, John teaches how to get off your heels, square up to the target, and super pu...

  • Grip Lecture: The Secrets You Were Never Taught

    In this video, John "Shrek" McPhee breaks down the real secrets behind perfect pistol grip. Everyone talks about it, but few actually show you how to set it up the right way. From alignment to control to the super push, this is the foundation that keeps your rounds stacking where they need to go....

  • This is The Best Way To Train Grip

    This one’s about testing consistency and control when your grip starts to break down. Everyone knows the more rounds you send, the more your grip wants to fall apart. That’s why John backs up just a bit and pushes a few more rounds — to see how well he could hold everything together under speed a...

  • Grip Overview

    This week, we're bringing it back to the basics. Before you can shoot with precision and confidence, it's crucial to master the fundamentals – starting with your grip.

    A proper grip is the foundation of effective shooting. It ensures stability, control, and accuracy. In our latest tips and trick...

  • How I Teach Grip with Perfect Technique

    Most shooters lose control before they even pull the trigger — here’s why.

    In this week’s SOB TV episode, John “Shrek” McPhee shows you the two-dot method — a foolproof way to build a master grip that locks in every single time. With Shrek’s step-by-step breakdown, you’ll see how the smallest ha...

  • Grip Push Pull

    Push, pull… this is another aspect of proper grip. Check it out!

  • Neutral Grip

    Continuing the series on the grip. This week we are breaking down Neutral Grip.

  • Grip 1-10

    Here we go, starting with Grip and going through the steps. Are you ready?

  • Grip All Together

    Wrapping up the grip series, here it is all together.

  • Grip Cross

    Check the cross, maintain grip!

  • Grip - Two Dots

    Line up the dots, they should touch!

  • Analyzing Stance, Grip, and Presentation with SOB TV

    Discover the fundamentals of shooting with precision in our latest SOB TV video: "Analyzing Stance, Grip, and Presentation." Using advanced video diagnostics, we break down a student's stance, grip, and presentation to identify areas for improvement and optimize performance. Learn from detailed a...

  • GEOMETRY: Introduction

    John "Shrek" McPhee introduces the concept of geometry and how it relates to grip and index.

  • GEOMETRY: Grip and Heel of Hands

    John "Shrek" McPhee shows close up how grip and heel of the hands plays into geometry.

  • Eye Dominance Myth? Why You Might Be Eye Neutral

    Forget everything you've been told about eye dominance. In this video, John "Shrek" McPhee breaks down why traditional eye dominance theories don’t always hold up and introduces the concept of being "eye neutral." Using real target examples, he explains how misalignment between your dominant eye ...

  • Eyes Over Sights: Why You’re Shooting Low

    Everyone blames “trigger jerk” for shooting low—but what if the real problem is your head position?

    In this week’s SOB TV episode, John “Shrek” McPhee debunks the low shot myth and shows you the truth: your eyes are above the gun, your shoulders are too low, and your ‘level center’ isn’t level a...

  • Boxer Vision

    Do you have Boxer Vision? What is it and how can you minimize the effects?

  • Precision Unveiled: Mastering the Art of Sighting – Above or Below the Eye Level

    Dive deep into the crucial connection between sight alignment and shot placement! 🎯🔍 Explore the dynamics of pistol and rifle shooting as we dissect the impact of eye position above or below the sights. Uncover the secrets to understanding your sight picture and learn corrective techniques for pr...