Rising Talent: 14-Year-Old Trap Shooter Chloe Hughes-Gage

In this episode of the Women Who Hunt Podcast, we sit down with 14-year-old trap shooter Chloe Hughes-Gage, one of Australia’s most exciting young talents in clay target shooting.

Chloe recently stunned the field at the 2025 Victorian State Trap Carnival, taking home five major titles including Ladies State Single Barrel Champion, C-Grade Champion of Champions, and Sub-Junior Champion.
She shares how she first discovered shooting through her school program, how an ankle injury led her from netball to the range, and what it feels like to be “in the zone” during competition.

We talk about Chloe’s training routine, her mindset as a junior female shooter, the support she receives from the Melbourne Gun Club, and her long-term goals — including making the Victorian state team and one day representing Australia in clay target shooting.

This episode is perfect for anyone interested in junior shooters, female athletes, trap shooting tips, or the future of shooting sports in Australia. Chloe’s story is inspiring, grounded, and a powerful reminder that young women are reshaping the sport.

Tune in to hear how the next generation of female shooters is making their mark.