Brandy Elrod - The Woman Who Built a Shotgun for Her Limitations and Made Team USA

From Gundog Nation by Kenneth Witt

May 13, 2026 · 1h 3m · Episode 87

About this episode

Brandy Elrod shares her journey of overcoming challenges to become a member of Team USA in shotgun shooting.

#87 Join us as we explore Brandy Elrod's inspiring journey from overcoming a limb difference to becoming a Team USA shotgun team member. Discover how she empowers women in hunting and shooting, turning personal challenges into strengths. This episode is a call to action for anyone feeling underrepresented in the outdoors, offering insights into building confidence and community. Brandy's story is a testament to resilience and the transformative power of outdoor sports. Gundog Nation is proudly sponsored by: Purina Pro Plan https://www.purina.com/pro-plan Migra Ammunition https://migraammunitions.com Waterstone Labradors https://www.waterstonelabradors.com PhoLicious Foods https://www.pholicious.net Ducks Unlimited https://www.ducks.org Dog and Hunt Supply https://www.dogandhunt.com Cable Gangz https://cablegangz.com National Shoot to Retrieve Association https://www.nstra.org

People in this episode

Host: Kenneth Witt

Guest: Brandy Elrod

Topics covered

resilience
women in hunting
outdoor sports
confidence building
community empowerment

Keywords

Brandy Elrod
Team USA
shotgun shooting
women empowerment
outdoor sports
limb difference
confidence

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Team USA

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