George P
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The most important aspect of shooting a gun is proper fit
This cannot be emphasized enough; and not just for kids, but for adults as well. Too many folks like super short LOPs because of their familiarity with the M4/AR. Shotguns for clays and wing shooting are meant to be shot in a comfortable position, slightly askew to the target, and preferably with a long off hand to guide the gun (point). I see too many folks standing either square to the target like they would for static SD positions or at a 90 degree stance as if they were shooting hi-power rifle matches. The English know it's all about gun fit and you will see many guys in the 5'8" to 6' range shooting guns with 15" or longer LOP. There is a LOT more to fit than the LOP: Cast on or off, drop at comb, drop at heel, toe in or toe out, pitch, the thickness of the comb, the type of grip on the gun, etc. The tighter the radius of the grip, the shorter the LOP needed; whereas those folks shooting an English grip (straight wood) can shoot with an LOP 2-3' longer with perfect fit.