Issue #002 – Why Fundamentals Always Win the Fight

From Travis Kennedy – Founder, Kennedy Defensive Solutions

Team,

You’ve probably noticed: From the range to social media, there’s no shortage of gear, gadgets, and “tacticool” content out there. But let me be blunt —

No amount of equipment will make up for bad fundamentals.

The best shooters I’ve trained — and trained with in the SEAL Teams and LEO — all had one thing in common: They mastered the basics so well, they looked advanced.

Whether you’re working through your draw, refining your grip, or practicing reloads, your baseline consistency is what wins — on the line or in a life-or-death scenario.

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If your groups are off, it's tempting to blame recoil, ammo, or your sights…

But 8 out of 10 accuracy issues I see stem from grip and trigger control.

Quick fix:
Film yourself dry-firing from a full presentation. Focus on:

• A high, firm grip with support hand pressure driving inward
• A controlled, straight-back trigger press from prep-to-break
• ZERO movement at the muzzle when the trigger breaks

Put in just 10 minutes at home, daily. Then watch what happens at the range.

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💬 From the KDS Community

“I’m a very novice shooter (and by novice, I mean terrified). My husband is much more experienced and talked me into sharing part of his 2 hour class with him. Travis was very patient and informative and made me feel instantly more comfortable. It was educational, professional and dare I say, fun?! I highly recommend his training.”

-         Jenn Nyberg

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Stay consistent.
Train with intent.
We’ll handle the rest.

– Travis Kennedy
Former Navy SEAL
Founder, Kennedy Defensive Solutions

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