Dating its origins back to 1908, the Malta Shooting Sport Federation (MSSF) serves as the governing body for shooting sports in Malta. Established to promote and regulate the sport, the Federation oversees various disciplines, including trap, skeet, air rifle, air pistol shooting and down-the-line (DTL) clay pigeon shooting . It is affiliated with the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) and the European Shooting Confederation(ESC) and members of the International Clay Target Shooting Federation (ICTSF)ensuring Maltese athletes compete under international standards. MSSF athletes have represented Malta in prestigious events, including the Olympic Games, Commonwealth Games, and Mediterranean Games, achieving commendable results and raising the profile of shooting sports on the island. The Federation is also dedicated to grassroots development, running training programmes to nurture young talent.