36 U.S.C. § 40725 — National Matches and small-arms firing school

(a) Annual Competition Each year, the Secretary of the Army holds an annual rifle and pistol competition called the "National Matches," with a national trophy, medals, and other prizes. (b) Eligible Participants The National Matches are open to members of the Armed Forces, the National Guard, Reserve Officers' Training Corps, Air Force Reserve Officers' Training Corps, Citizens' Military Training Camps, Citizens' Air Training Camps, rifle clubs, and civilians. (c) Small-Arms Firing School A small-arms firing school must be held along with the National Matches. (d) Other Competitions Competitions with trophies and medals supplied by the National Rifle Association of America must also be held in connection with the National Matches.