The Eli Drill

[@slammedc2003]

Elijah Dickens is a hero's hero. For him to be able to put 8/10 on target at that distance under extreme surprise and stress and to eliminate the threat within 15 seconds is absolutely impressive. To name a shooting drill after him is only one small token of respect that he earned.

[@R.Sole88109]

Especially considering he's not a trained LEO SF SEAL DELTA SAS uber ninja.

[@paulmichaud1246]

What make & model pistola ? He could sell alot of guns , for some big company ! Nice shooting ! White boy....

[@something7986]

@@paulmichaud1246 glock

[@dbsparks]

Was he running a dot?

[@barbaravance6774]

@@dbsparks Not sure.

[@donaldmartin4980]

The “ Eli Drill” needs to be a new standard practice….start at ten yards, practice until you find a distance that you cannot keep fifty percent fatal hits, then practice until you can, then add ten yards , rinse and repeat.

[@jimmytehgeek]

Yeah, you need to build on SOME success to develop a skill. I'd even say bring it in closer to start unless your groups are playing card size. (Mine are not at 25 yards) Also, up close the USPSA competitors have different standards for quality of sight picture. All they need is somewhere in the A-Zone and they don't have to take any more time than it takes to get that. They shoot a little differently when they have to go long.

[@Matt-uj9wl]

@@jimmytehgeek You are totally correct about the USPSA. However I would argue this drill is for killing shitbags in a mall full of people. aim small miss small

[@duxdawg]

Hoo-Rah.

[@dennisjensen9608]

As I understand this event, Eli's girlfriend is a medical student and started first aid as soon as the shooting was done, she is also a heroic person.

[@Stereotactic_Shwermaectomy]

Nursing student! She’s outstanding

[@wilburabrams6519]

Aye, applied a makeshift TQ made out of a jacket

[@kalikasurf]

Outstanding citizens!

[@EnduringCrow]

Now that's a real power couple.

[@squishy_Rio]

Super Hero Power Couple

[@willpugh8865]

Watching a Special forces vet, having to take multiple attempts to get elis hits makes that young man all the more impressive

[@PreacherT5]

Im not sure why he took long, and for this drill you dont get multiple attempts, its meant to be done cold. No redos. I just ran this drill and did it in half his time. Not sure if just hasnt been shooting recently or what.

[@SW-de3vs]

​@@PreacherT5, You missed the point of this video. He wasn't doing it for speed or record time. He simply took his time to place shots within the reported amount of time Eli took to stop the threat. He shot cold, realized what was happening, and expressed the importance of carrying a gun you are familiar with and train with.

[@PreacherT5]

@@SW-de3vs I didn’t miss the point at all, I know what the point is, All I am saying is Ive seen Mike shoot, and this is the first time Ive seen him shoot this slow for a drill. Im just pointing out that with his skill I thought he could shoot it in nearly half or a quarter of what he shot it in. Not to mention multiple attempts when it is a cold drill. Im not criticizing the meaning of the drill or what Eli has done. Im purely criticizing the shooting as it looks like he is shooting slower or maybe he just hasn’t been shooting as much because of running his business. Thats all I am pointing out.

[@lordhamlett]

@@PreacherT5 He's aiming at a silhouette that isnt the size of an adult man. That thing is smaller than half the size of a normal human. At 40 yards that target is hard to see.

[@PreacherT5]

@@lordhamlett do you think his eye sight is going then? I just shot this drill with a buddy and mine was not a bright white paper, I did not find it hard to see for myself and neither did my buddy. Granted my prescription glasses are like throwing on super vision 😂 Hes doing it against a darker back ground with the white target thats alot of contrast to aim at. The silhouette hes shooting is pretty small l, i know that from shooting it but its doable for sure. Have you shot the drill? Did you have a hard time seeing it?

[@CorbinMusso88]

What I appreciate most about this: Eli’s 22. Mike’s probably got Eli’s entire lifetime’s worth if training and experience in freaking Delta, sniper training, all that super cool GI Joe stuff, and still looks at the 22 year old kid as an inspiration for training and improvement. Humility. Freaking awesome. I love it.

[@maryricketts7337]

The story is that his grandpa trained him. He probably grew up with firearms. Looking forward to the interviews, if he’s willing.

[@2aisabsoluteTim]

@@maryricketts7337 leftist media will destroy him in a interview. He should just do interviews with Mike and other gun channels

[@wannabecarguy]

Imagine if this becomes a requirement for a CCW?

[@AJ025]

@@2aisabsoluteTim Garand Thumb wants go interview him already, if he wants to be interviewed

[@welding4fun]

exactly! even Mike himself is in awe of Eli's marksmanship. Being humble is cool.

[@jm4810]

I'm glad Eli's dad prepared him for that moment. They are a good, honest-to-be, hard-working family. Back at work a couple days after this event.

[@johnrmcclure1]

It was my understanding that Eli's grandpa taught him how to shoot.

[@kevindecoteau3186]

God fearing folk.

[@bennettprice3968]

I run a range in NC. We've been running the Eli drill all week. What a man!

[@2aisabsoluteTim]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 hell yea

[@eliaspergande2663]

Respect

[@JA-oo9qp]

Where at in NC? Outdoor?

[@bennettprice3968]

Cold mountain. And yes. Outdoor.

[@pbh07]

Nice, I'm in Raleigh. I would love to see your range, but it's 4 hours away

[@coltonowens2742]

Seems like the "Eli Drill" has been immortalized. Lets keep it that way, dudes a hero.

[@XrayMike17plus1]

Dude is awesome. He accomplished in 15 seconds what hundreds of cops in Uvalde couldn't do.

[@1amstel1]

You mean wouldn't do.

[@XrayMike17plus1]

@@1amstel1 One can make either case whether it was inability to 'man up' or willfull dereliction of duty, the net result is a bunch of dead kids because asswipes stood around. Most of them should never work in law enforcement or even security again.

[@AjninHaru]

Did perhaps what 95% of all cops couldn’t do. Statistically Law enforcement officers only hit their target 17% of the time. CCW holders are better at 60%. Elijah the mad lad came out at 80%!

[@immikeurnot]

Couldn't? You've confused that word with "wouldn't." Huge difference, and that difference is a four letter word: "will."

[@immikeurnot]

@modelotime Aaaaand, they didn't disregard that order because...? You know where the term "turn a blind eye" comes from? Just a partial answer for you; it comes from a guy ignoring orders to win a battle which in turn won a war. The rest of the answer is your homework.

[@rickbourne1376]

The Eli Drill, The Dicken Drill, is now a fast growing thing. This young man has inspired the gun community! Doubt it will become a Tik Tok Challenge, but it should be.

[@1GiPhoner]

He's the Steph Curry of the shooting world.

[@kellyshea92]

Tik Tok is a CCP data mining app. Only fools would download the app.

[@rickbourne1376]

@@kellyshea92 Yes I know, I meant that as a joke. I doubt Tik Tok would allow such a thing also.

[@westrnite]

To hell with tik tok.

[@rickbourne1376]

@@westrnite I agree. It is a dangerous thing and a terrible influence on teenagers. I will give a really gross example, vabbing, warning, don't google it.

[@THall-vi8cp]

Let's not forget that it was 15 seconds from when the shooter opened fire. After the shooter opened fire, Eli sent his girlfriend out of the food court, made his way to a pillar while motioning others away toward safety, took up position against the pole, aimed, then took down a moving target with 8 out of 10 shots from 120 feet...all in 15 seconds.

[@joerivas9847]

Why the hell is everything I have read and seen saying ten seconds then?

[@acentrixes1380]

Worst sarcastic message eve

[@THall-vi8cp]

@joe rivas All I've heard/seen is 15 seconds or "under two minutes." The police stated that Dicken fired 10 shots in 15 seconds from 40 yards, and that the entire incident lasted 15 seconds. Remarkable in any case.

[@THall-vi8cp]

@Acentrixes Worst incomplete message eve(r).

[@acentrixes1380]

@@THall-vi8cp okay kid

[@polimorfosnuclear8320]

Moving Target, Moving Shooter, Family near, Real Death Risk, Pistol vs Riffle, lot of possible casualties. WHAT A HERO

[@Khyrid]

Eli had a lot at stake, his target was moving and could shoot back, Eli performed amazingly well.

[@chrisabbett4029]

Yep... he has nerves of steel for sure

[@ryanb5768]

Not to mention his chick

[@NoBody-tz4fb]

Love that we are naming a drill after this guy. Respect to Eli, nice shooting my dude.

[@IamONaLIST]

Not sure he feels the same way. Personally I don't think I would want my name released and attached to this.

[@thomaskennard707]

I told my wife (who didn’t know me when I was a police officer) “do you understand how great this shot placement was? This kid (I don’t know his training) was in a super stressed environment and placing critical shots on an aggressor 40 yards away”. Good on him.

[@danpeterson3921]

Honestly, I hate to say this, but I strongly suspect that unfortunately there are a lot of “trained police officers“ who would not have shot that well or done that well (and I’m not trying to be critical or judgmental of police officers, I appreciate what they do and highly respect them for it, i’m just impressed with how well this young man did!). 

[@pilgrim357]

@@danpeterson3921 MOST police officers wouldn't get half as good of results. Absolutely bonkers that he accomplished this in a real-world high stress situation.

[@ralphholiman7401]

You're not kidding. Our course of fire used to be 100 rounds at 5/7/15/25/50 yards. With ten percent of our score at the 50 (10 in being perfect). I knew guys who would almost never get any round in at 50 yards. Myself, if I got 5 or 6 in at 50, I usually felt pretty good. If I got 7 or 8 in, I was feeling really good. 40 isn't that much different than 50, especially with the stress of it being for real. That kid's speed and accuracy is simply amazing, all things considered.

[@vigilantvoice9778]

Most folks regardless of whether they’re police, military, or average Joe’s aren’t going to shoot as good as Eli did. He just managed to shoot really darn good when necessary.

[@stirlingmatheson2005]

Cops qualify twice a year they’re worthless in any life or death situation

[@Freedomguy]

That grouping off hand at a static range is impressive…Eli doing it under stress with countless other variables is wild.

[@miltonoliver3705]

Eli is hero, im glad he dropped that fool, this active murder deal only gets solved by the people not with laws, start fixing the cultural, but in the short term keep airing these fools out and it will change

[@jugo1944]

Seriously, our society is teetering on the edge of a kind of suicidal psychosis, and people are going to have to start interacting with each other and building up some sort of social cohesion or our whole civilization is going to violently unravel

[@DEADIKATED]

Facts

[@eliaspergande2663]

Amen brother

[@dr.emilschaffhausen4683]

Bingo. Culture is the problem, but there are so many facets and too many unwilling to call it out.

[@dr.emilschaffhausen4683]

@@kingtimothythethird Guns can make bad people worse, but they can also make good people heroes.

[@PayTheDevil661]

When the voice off camera says, "Hero" - I just burst into tears. The strong need to protect, the smart need to influence. There are still Heroes, we need to support them.

[@carfvallrightsreservedwith6649]

Eli kinda shook everybody up with this feat. I think many eyes got opened. Hell of an achievement, deserves to be recognized.

[@TropicalMint808]

yup I've seen some good shooters but real-life stress situation with rounds going off and people screaming? hero and legend for sure. working on my nerves too lol

[@regulator7931]

Love how my favorite gun guys are showing us some great Eli drills. That kid showed the whole country how its done and what many of us should aspire to in our training. For his age and the situation he was in, superb showing.

[@tonyso9637]

Eli is a sharp shooter plus he was shooting a moving target AND in the background has multiple moving innocent bystanders yelling/screaming/running. What a silent Hero sent from God at the right place at the right time. Thanks for your video so I know how far is 40 yds. Love your show.

[@robbrown6547]

No God here just pure badass skill

[@berryreading4809]

I'll be honest I don't think I could pull that off with glock factory sights... for some reason that stupid white u with the black inner lining kills my accuracy... I can ring full size man steel offhand at 100yds (taking my sweet time of course) with both of my edc 3 dot micro 9s or the glocks with aftermarket 3 dots (I'm not counting red dots for this discussion), but it's pure dumpsterfire at 25yds with the factory non tritium glock rear sights for me! 🤷‍♂️

[@bdf2660]

@@robbrown6547 Sure pal

[@chelo4197]

@@bdf2660 god doesn't do interventions. All skill.

[@bdf2660]

@@chelo4197 You know how? Him being there strapped on that specific day and specific time is in intervention in itself

[@Vamike9]

Eli used the greatest tool he had, his mind. He found a supported position and did what needed to be done in a high stress situation. God bless him for protecting many innocent lives.

[@BAMFZone95]

This helps put in perspective 40 yards. But it makes it even more impressive that he was stressed and the moving shitbag. Eli is an amazing man.

[@wannabecarguy]

That could only be done with devine intervention. Which is always something we can count on. And that is why we should engage the enemy where ever it may be.

[@ralphholiman7401]

I'm a retired federal agent, and I consider myself to be a pretty decent shot, but I would never say was I sure I could do as well as that kid did. I probably couldn't, at least not today.

[@dangospark1179]

It's fantastic how he has been immortalized through his actions that day. Furthermore that same act is now deemed the standard of marksmanship, and thousands will use the Eli drill to increase training and proficiently.

[@DJTheMetalheadMercenary]

Eli's a chad for getting the work done and dropping the threat. Only caveats to this drill is being able to have a barrier to brace against, and have a moving target. Good stuff brother.

[@ModernDecay70]

Put the target at that actual height of someone standing not someone on their knees.

[@fyou2327]

What's a stuff brother? Oh, you must mean, "Good stuff,* brother."

[@DarkCavalry1228]

THANK YOU for this! This was exactly what I was looking for someone to do. The FACT that you are an experienced shooter with the BALLS to show the good AND BAD really shows the reality of the shots. Much respect Sir.

[@jessesellers9873]

Nice to see these young folks stepping up and taking out trash! Kinda gives us older guys a little hope.

[@bbbbb816]

Eli is a quality young man and I hope his life is filled with joy

[@rickh9396]

The Eli Drill - I freaking love it! A perfect way to honor Mr Dicken.

[@maryricketts7337]

Eli’s skills are so amazing he has a drill named after him….that’s awesome!

[@MadDogE134]

i had heard he stationed on a support (pillar) not open stance as you are doing so don't knock yourself for misses. eli certainly did practice and and knew his weapon. 40yd is long but sometime you don't have choices but you did prove it is possible to hit at that range. many say he was 'lucky' but there is no luck with an 80% hit rate. i am proud of him... being prepared and acting under extreme stress. God bless him. cheers p.s. 15 seconds is a LONG time when 'time slows down'. that was probably the longest 15 seconds of his young life.

[@TheCrewChief374]

So has anyone considered reaching out to Mr. Dickens and perhaps looking into making sure he has a current EDC? Due to the fact the gun he had, was most likely taken by the cops for evidence.

[@TheCrewChief374]

@Damian Well do they do that in Indiana though? Because according to the police chief. They had Mr. Dickens handcuffed and took him down to the station. Until they could confirm his story with surveillance video. Needless to say, I am just pointing out, that the cops probably still have his gun in evidence. Unless someone actually knows this is not the case...

[@thamomentum]

This is a good point. EVEN if he was given a clean slate. The firearm was used and fired. Thus, probably in evidence until someone decides he can have it back.

[@TheCrewChief374]

@George Jones Umm, if you watched the police chiefs press conference the day after. The police chief stated that in the press conference. I watched it live through one of the news stations. Therefore, I got it correct, because I got it from the police chief himself in the press conference they had the next day. So unless you watched that press conference, don't tell me what I got wrong, because I heard him say it. I even went back to especially listen to that part again. Of course, I never stated that there was a crime committed by Mr. Dickens. I am just pointing out that they did put him in handcuffs. Because again the police chief is the one who made that statement. Therefore, it is reasonable to conclude that it is very likely they took his gun for evidence. Not that I agree with it. Yet it sure seems the likelyhood is high that this happened. Go listen to the police chief answer the reporters question at 22:21 in the video of the press conference the next day. He states that Mr. Dickens was handcuffed and his weapon was taken from him. Never says that after the cops viewed the surveillance footage, and confirmed Mr. Dickens story they ever returned Mr Dickens gun to him...

[@TheCrewChief374]

@George Jones Okay go watch the press conference the day after the mall shooting incident. At around 22:20 there is a reporter who ask the police chief a question and at 22:21 the police chief answer that question. Then tell me I made it up, or I don't know what I am talking about. The police chief states this at 22:21 in the video from the press conference. Furthermore, I never stated I approved of what they did. Yet that is what the police chief from Greenwood Park states at 22:21 in the press conference video...

[@EliteAmerican1776]

I’m ex sniper from 101st that kid was spot on decision n precision God was on the peoples side that were able to walk away and talk about it all of us need to be thankful he was there or this would be a really bad conversation we’d be having today

[@fyou2327]

For God's sake, use periods to end your sentences.

[@EliteAmerican1776]

Thank you spelling bee

[@EliteAmerican1776]

Next time I’ll run it by u for your approval thank u

[@pbayers]

Did you know Bakesy Cakes when you were in the 101st? He was a sniper too I believe

[@EliteAmerican1776]

@@pbayers honestly no I can’t say I had the pleasure but I was stationed at Frankfurt Germany n deployed to shield n storm then after everything stopped went back to Germany than to Ft.Cambell then retired

[@codycampbell3562]

What an honor to have your own drill named after you because you exceeded expectations in a real life or death situation

[@F80mthree]

This is what all of us needed Mike. Keep it up, and god bless everyone over at fieldcraft survival.

[@PinstripeJim]

Hell yeah. Another great and informative video. For the Bortac supervisor to reach out TO Mike is huge. This video also shows that someone with taint-loads of experience isn't going to hit the target 10/10 and my lesser experienced a$$ needs to get on the range more. Proud to be part of the Fieldcraft and AC community

[@kingginger3335]

I'm from Greenwood and I've been going to that Mall since I was born, basically lol glad to see my town stepping up to show the rest of the country how it done. Constitutional Carry for the win

[@shannonwilkerson616]

💰 money

[@russream3732]

Thank you for showing everyone that in any moment we are all human.

[@sharkbait5402]

Just the fact that the guy had the balls to draw in a mall full of people has me in awe. Let alone his speed and accuracy. Dude is a legit hero for mixing risk with skill like that.

[@justinbutler8418]

No kidding. There was a shooting at the Clackamas mall in Oregon a while back, and a CCP holder drew his weapon in the crowded mall as well. Didn’t fire a single shot though, as there were people running by and he did not feel he had a clear field of fire. The shooter saw him though and promptly ducked under a staircase and shot himself rather than face return fire or capture.

[@CommandoLAX]

Once again the good guy with a gun proves the best defense against evil! Great drill! I will definitely be doing this one!

[@chadwoodward2402]

When you started taking about Eli it literally made my hair stand on end. He took the responsibility to risk his own life to save the others in the building with him. He is truly an amazing human being.

[@atarithepaladin1821]

I'm waiting impatiently to get more details on Eli and his pistol. Which Glock? Iron sights or red dot? Had he trained at that range? God bless this young man, his hand was guided and steadied that day.

[@codya5333]

I love it that this upstanding citizen now has a drill named after him... 👍

[@waynecribbs786]

Been thinking same. What a legacy eh ? That drill will be practiced, referred to etc for EVUH !!!!! So much respect and admiration for that young man. Mighty impressive feat there . Something tells me if you sat down with him you'd find him to be humble . He wasn't looking for this but thank God he was there when he was. God bless him !!

[@brandonlang9322]

So awesome seeing you implement the eli drill in your skills and training. Sadly most shooters have an ego and believe they'll do that no problem. If a 22year old can do it I can. For you to see fit the purpose of this drill means you have tenacity to admit you're wrong and can always do better. Having an ego in serious situations will get you killed.. complacency kills well so does ego. I hope you train officers with this and add in malfunctions as I've seen many times in police videos where they're taking contact and as they shoot they hit the mag release and drop it. The hesitation that happens before you grab n load a new mag almost gets them killed. Awesome work man really appreciate your videos and inputs.

[@Pyle81]

My gut (and as a USPSA & IDPA R.O.) Tells me that Eli has probably done some sort of competitive shooting along the way in his young life. To put 8 out of 10 rounds at 40 yrds, in a high stress situation is something that either he's done before, or was just LUCKY as hell. Either way, I'd love to shake this young man's hand. Hopefully this event gives him the opportunity to capitalize from his heroic take down of this ASSHOLE. Simply put, He (Eli) should never have to buy another round of ammunition, Or a steak dinner with a cold beer the rest of his natural life.

[@ralphholiman7401]

Yeah, I'm thinking the same thing. He didn't just buy that gun, shoot a couple of mags worth of rounds through it and call it good. I bet he shoots a lot.

[@ecureed]

Amen brother

[@panchopistola8298]

He also braced against a pillar from what I understand.

[@matjj676]

Yep, 8/10 isn't luck... He's had some training and lots of practice.

[@MrJesulius]

@@matjj676 god is agaisnt the evil. No luck

[@44hawk28]

Finally somebody who does a shooting video that actually knows how to shoot. The Eli and counter or the Dickens drill I don't care how you say it that's a lot of work to get that one down. I always used to practice at 50 yards with my J frame Smith and 100 yards with my 4 in 357 Ruger. Both of them would do a 4-inch group, the one at 50 yards and the other one at 100 yards on double action consistently. Have not practiced those drills and sometime, maybe I'll have to go back to them. About your equipment, I have never been a fan of the SIG, there are several design flaws and the 220 series of the firearm, that actually were disabling people just trying to load the gun period if you don't know about it you were either misinformed uninformed or you haven't been paying attention. The 320 first of all is a striker fire gun and I've never found one with a decent trigger that hasn't had to have considerable work on it and at least an aluminum trigger put on it and I still do not understand what the lever in the middle of the trigger for it does not function as a safety of any kind it's just a lever on the trigger. Get it the hell out of the way. If you were to convert to a hammer-fire gun much like a CZ I bet your ability to perform that drill would increase substantially, Not only would you have a much better trigger pull. You can carry those guns cocked and locked, you can carry it at half cock and lock giving you a much shorter double action trigger pull or double action first shot. And until a holographic sight become standard issue on defensive firearms, which I do not foresee that happening considering they need a battery and batteries are very good at not functioning when you need them. Do all your shooting with the iron sights. You never know when you might have to use somebody else's gun or even a battle pickup. I will still depend on my hard Chrome Argentine military b35 that is the most accurate 9mm I have ever seen. My father first purchased it back in about 1979 or 80 and it puts ball ammo into a single hole at 25 ft. I have never seen another 9mm do that.

[@jackieboy4468]

It’s amazing his state passed constitutional carry just DAYS before the shooting….. imagine if they did not or passed its next month.

[@ImTheBOSSRoundHere]

He had a concealed carry since he was 21

[@syskusa6512]

Mike I have to give you props man, this is the first video I’ve seen of this new drill that shows a guy that’s a well known good shooter and seen it as training. Seeing your first time be slower than 15 seconds, seeing you hit low and not want to go to the target even though it was the sights not you is honestly in training in my eyes and mad props for that my friend that’s awesome. Great video, thank you

[@theduke7539]

Eli truly beat the odds. someone with no official training. pumped up on adrenaline, facing a moving target, in an extreme situation

[@joerivas9847]

Yeah, makes you wonder about popos training...........

[@theduke7539]

@@joerivas9847 not really, Ive trained with cops and ive seen them shoot. 99.9 percent suck ass. their draw times are slow, their accuracy is shit, their reloads are atrocious, and god help you if youre more than 15 yards away and you need help

[@InGratitudeIam]

Great drill to perfect. One thing reported was that Eli was shooting and closing on the threat. So, maybe that's something that should be incorporated into this drill. Thanks for taking the time.

[@trangia12]

Let’s use his full name when doing this drill. This young man needs to be remembered as a hero forever.

[@kylemccrate4292]

Love this !! Let's keep sharing and make this a new thing. Nice work!

[@fishlips8336]

The amount of pressure and unanticipated situation that this young man found himself in, simply remarkable. A national hero, I hope he is able to find peace with all the new found and unexpected attention.

[@thewordman6013]

Gotta tell ya, Mike. You are neck and neck one of my favorite. Not just from a tactical stand point but your human emotional side Brother! I'm not a big KZbin guy but between you and John Lovell from WPS, because I swear, John and I are cut from the same mold, your content hits me perfect! Keep doing what you're doing, Brother. America needs to hear it from people like you and John. Very real American Patriots and citizens!

[@jackwagon1798]

I believe he braced himself against a column as well.

[@derrickrr5516]

@Marshy 19 Agreed

[@erikandersomething8022]

Aren’t we fortunate to have that publicly funded range you’re shooting at! Gotta love the Utah DNR and the volunteer RSOs! I’ve done a lot of 25 yard drills there with a steel IPSC, time to move it back a bit I guess.

[@Diso1017]

What everyone is also forgetting is Eli was definitely being shot back at and still to land 8 shots is incredible

[@carfvallrightsreservedwith6649]

Where you getting that info from? Cite source! I personally do not believe what you are spouting. 15 seconds (once engaged) for the shooter to stop his assault, locate & identify his adversary, return fire, and flee back to the restroom?! If what you're spewing...,that the shooter was a moving target and returning fire means that the shooter had to locate and engage Eli WHILE he decided to return to the bathroom? NO.,The piece of sh*t was returning to the last place he felt secure but because of the wounds he had received his blood pressure fell below physiological capabilities to continue functioning and he collapsed. I say good-bye POS.

[@ImperiumLibertas]

@@carfvallrightsreservedwith6649 it was unlikely Eli was shot at. The shooter would have been deaf from his rifle fire. Being deaf plus tunnel vision from the stress would make it almost impossible to know where he was being shot from. With that said it is odd that the shooter didn't move much while being shot. There is no way the shooter was making large lateral movements since that would have caused Eli to miss more than he did. I wonder if the engagement started closer and finished at 40 yards where the shooter collapsed outside the bathrooms. We won't know until the police report comes out. This is one I'm interested in reading the details.

[@AFGixxeR88]

@@ImperiumLibertas a lot of people say you have auditory exclusion when shooting. No one ever really mentions that aspect in a active shooter

[@armchairtin-kicker503]

As has been reported, Eli's first round hit home, something only accomplished 18-perecent of the time, knocking the mass-shooter off balance. Only those that have viewed the video know, but one thing certain Eli ensured he never recovered his balance again by pressing the attack.

[@ImperiumLibertas]

@@armchairtin-kicker503 that's what I'm thinking. He hit the shooter and maybe moved towards him.

[@PatriotPaulUSA]

So Well said! Nice shooting as well. That "Eli Drill" needs to be what all ccw's should aspire to and do. New subscriber!

[@banditbiker5190]

I love how this is a whole challenge and Eli is reaching legend status! Exactly the treatment a hero deserves.

[@Natedoc808]

Very humble of you to demo just how amazing a feat it was for Eli, the hero, to put that psycho on ice. Thank God for Eli

[@armchairtin-kicker503]

"Depend upon it, Sir, when a man knows he is to be hanged in a fortnight, it concentrates his mind wonderfully."-Samuel Johnson When people are put under extreme pressure, they do not all behave the same way: many fall apart, but a few, like Elisjsha Dicken, are able to channel their focus. Thank God.

[@Version135]

Thanks for being you Mike. Great speech. Eli is an absolute hero and I know God was with him that day.

[@smoore6461]

Eli showed amazing control and skill! They can say whatever they want about him.that was amazing shooting and real skill on his part. I shoot every weekend with my sig p320, I hope if the day comes I will do at least as well as he did.

[@hunterstevens2488]

I’ll always love any content mike puts out. A patriot who cares about his community and country all while teaching his knowledge while also expanding it.

[@hackptui]

Henceforth and forever, "Eli" shall be known as the next level above Giga Chad. As it is written, so shall it be.

[@brokenarrowranch9816]

Rise, Giga Eli!

[@talesthesalesman3106]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣👌

[@michaelgraham827]

Very well done, sir! Solid message as always.

[@aldewitt9]

Train like you fight. Good advice. Like Bill Jordan said, there’s no second place winner in a gunfight.

[@tylerhebert8237]

I can't wait to challenge my wife to this drill. She is the perfect bullseye shooter, but adding a time constraint is where I make up points! Thanks for taking the time to talk about the Uvalde stuff in depth. That all needs to be said and I know the LEOs who actually care will learn from that mess.

[@mwhitelaw8569]

On point man Action speaks louder than words And if you've taken oath It's your obligation Go get some

[@40s9s3]

Seen on grand thumb and few other channels and am glad this is catching on. Hopefully this start a drill that will have this hero remembered for eternity.

[@travisbond635]

Great content as always. Mike don't sugar coat anything. He says what he thinks.

[@jcc1ked]

You’re a good dude Mikey! Love the content! Keep doing your thing man. We’re here for it!

[@micjam1986]

Thanks for honoring Eli Mike.. we are stronger.because of both of you

[@IdahosDeadpool]

Great video, and your right, I normally shoot my edc 10-20yrds, and this Great young man (that is a hero) showed us we should train for many situations. keep up the great work!

[@Senpai_B]

Eli is a fucking hero and a patriot. I’m proud to be an American and proud that stand among Americans like Eli, mike and many many others. I’m still in awe that Eli did such an amazing service to America and those souls in the mall that he saved. GOD BLESS AMERICA

[@Cicero1776]

Just did this drill this morning and fam tried it as well; Eli is truly legendary.

[@dallasryder8125]

That walk to checking the target and stopping half way, because “fuhhhhhhhh” every time on range day in the military when zeroing with irons on a weapon tossed to you.

[@matthewblumenthal804]

I didn't think of turning that event into a drill. Good stuff. Thanks!

[@MaxFromDk]

Eli is a god damn beast.

[@ThePoorBoy]

I've been seeing this drill referred to as Dicken's Drill or the Dicken Drill elsewhere, but the Eli Drill is also great (more in the tradition of the Bill Drill).

[@jafo1701]

We ran the drill 3 times yesterday, basically when I got all my rounds of in less then 10 seconds, I was a 4 out of 10. Ran it one last time and I really slowed it down, used up basically the entire 15 seconds and scored 9 out of 10. This was with a Sig 365XL with a Holosun 407k.

[@christiandulaney1638]

Thanks exactly what I run as an EDC. Im going to give this a try within the week. Unfortunately, I think Ill be 4 of 10 no matter how slow I take it...haha

[@sluggonotnancy6178]

jafo....that's pretty damn good for such a "snappy" little gun.

[@jeremeydyke881]

It was not 40 yds. The police chief revised the distance to 40’. I’ve been in that food court. It would be hard to find a 40 yd shot in that mall.

[@mst3rmindd]

@@jeremeydyke881 do you happen to have a link? 40' vs 40yds is a huge difference. Would like to know what distance was actually shot. Thanks

[@jafo1701]

@@sluggonotnancy6178 I run a little micro comp on it, with a tru precision threaded barrel. It tames the recoil a little bit. Looking to get the Spectre comp slide as soon as they come back in stock.

[@rebelsonmorrison9308]

Impressive and lov'n that he is getting a drill named after him. Down here in the Gunshine State, I challenge other shooters to a bowling pin @ 50 yds competition drill, usually 2 man, and the guy that doesn't knock it over/off the blue barrel has to go set it back up. Great channel Mr. Glover, appreciate'cha Brother.

[@JustAName-it5qp]

But...but Sir, the media said he's evil and broke the law for saving tons of lives taking down an armed shooter in a gun free zone.

[@georgefloydsinhellwbreonna5330]

I’m loving the “he broke the law” argument. No my guy, a shopping malls policy isn’t a law. Unfortunately, “Ghe View” is spreading that nonsense and now stupid women that watch that dumpster fire believe it.

[@donr416]

Better to be judged by 12 rather than carried by 6.

[@JustAName-it5qp]

@@donr416 damn that's deep, I like it. 👍

[@3nertia]

Is that really what the "media" is saying? Which outlets, specifically?

[@dfghjkl501]

Who is saying that?

[@blackcreekarmory3470]

Recent reports that I have seen indicate that Eli was moving to the target and the target was moving.. that complicates the shoot... Eli.. is a stud.

[@censorshipsucks9493]

The "president" should give Eli the Medal of Freedom, and not give it to people just because they like tuna tacos.

[@ib1ray]

PREACH!

[@shadythereok]

What's a tuna taco?

[@censorshipsucks9493]

@@shadythereok Slang for vagina.

[@ib1ray]

@@shadythereok lol female anatomy

[@shadythereok]

@@ib1ray I couldn't pass it up

[@woodsman12345]

Thank you Mike for this important reminder -- All of us need regular practice with our EDC's. (Motivated me to go to the range and get some trigger-time this weekend!)

[@joshshepherd5660]

Man...lol as soon as i heard the story I wanted to do exactly the same thing you guys did here. Now I disagree with adding a barrier to the drill but, how about a dozen or so people running around you screaming as they go?? Good on that young man.

[@jasoninsearchofthegoldenfl153]

Awesome Mike, going out later to get some training in. Thank you for the words.

[@certifieddiesel1323]

Not only did this gentleman land 8 of 10 at 40 yards with a 9mm he did it under extreme stress. What a selfless hero!

[@TropicalMint808]

absolutely has me committed to matching his skill, what a hero and a legend and just a kid. haha mentioned the g43 and it's exactly what I intend to replicate this on.

[@TheKoreanMarksman]

Didn’t Eli rest against a barrier for his 10 shots? I feel like that would help significantly in accuracy but the stress response would kind of probably even things out😂

[@DJTheMetalheadMercenary]

Correct, he braced on a pillar (and used it for partial cover), and the target was moving. I'm interested in what he was carrying/ shooting too.

[@juanoncello86]

@@DJTheMetalheadMercenary in Indy and one of the police said a Glock, all I know

[@rdh5961]

I read yesterday that it was a Glock 19. I'm very interested to know if he has a red dot

[@georgefloydsinhellwbreonna5330]

@@rdh5961 no dot according to LEO reports, but who knows 🤷🏻‍♂️ it is factual that he trained a lot. Range time weekly according to friends/family.

[@DJTheMetalheadMercenary]

@@juanoncello86 Thanks

[@jimpalmer4061]

What a great video. I am literally loading up my range bag and heading to the range..... THANKS!!!!

[@thefingerlesscommentator8096]

imagine if someone during the primary school shooting had the coldness and the clarity to act so quickly how many innocent lives could have been saved, and this person is not even part of the police

[@brandonmcdaniel6727]

You mean the first officers that took fire trying to get a locked door open and didn't return fire because they couldn't see their target through a solid door? You rather they ignore basic gun safety and shot blindly into a room full of kids with one perp?

[@MrOakcock]

@@brandonmcdaniel6727 I Thought they said during the Investigation that the doors didn't lock from the inside, but from the outside with a key?

[@ummm000yeaaa]

@@brandonmcdaniel6727 if you watch Glovers other video breaking down the event, the ending AAR shows that none of the officers ever even touched the door. Not only that, but the shooter is still shooting. Gtf in there and try to end it. The idea that, I don't want kids to get shot by me so I will wait for the shooter to possibly do it, just isn't good enough. These people are the ones society has collectively decided need to carry guns because they're meant to jump into these experiences so we don't have to. Going in is SOP because this is what happens when you dont.

[@brandonmcdaniel6727]

@@MrOakcock that would defeat the whole purpose of a lock down and staying in rooms...most schools that utilize A.L.I.C.E. training lock doors and utilize jam locks. There is footage of them trying to unlock rooms with keys that had kids inside. There is also bodycam of the first responding officers specifically saying they got to the door and couldn't get it open and the perp fired a handful of rounds through the door at them. He then didn't fire another shot for 48 minutes where there were 4 recorded shots then no more until final breach was made. As for SOP for active shooter it's to immediately engage to distract, isolate, OR neutralize the target to stop the ACTIVE shooting or intent to harm. I'm fairly certain it wouldn't be constitutional to tell anyone that they ARE to kill someone. They had him trapped in a blind room that they couldn't easily force (outward opening solid door on steel frame with covered window) and shooting had ceased initially except specifically at the officers. You can hear on a few different body cams the officers calling out that he was isolated to a single room on the west building. The mental shift to negotiating with a barricaded subject possibly with hostages was not hard to see. Now the lack of urgency of effecting a breach after the info did come out that survivors and wounded were in the room around 30 mins in is ridiculous.

[@mattr4196]

Never watched this channel before, but love the content. No nonsense, just get down to business and train like it matters.

[@MulletDestructur]

8/10 rounds at 40 yards with a stock g19 is impressive AF even just screwing around at the range, much less under duress.

[@JaysGotFrames]

I live that you call this drill the “Eli”… I’m using this from now on!

[@austincummins7712]

I feel like the "Dickens Drill" has a cooler ring to it. But honestly, who cares what we call it- we just need to get out there and practice it! 😁

[@markirons3838]

I concur. The Surname sounds better, but whether it's Eli Drill or Dickens Drill it's the new drill for sure...

[@elimurphy6212]

Great content and video as always Mike. Appreciate it.

[@LongBinh70]

So the "All Call" to LE must be the equivalent to "Broken Arrow" in the military.

[@fyou2327]

In Uvalde PD it means we have manginas and need real men to do our jobs cuz we're trained to just collect revenue via extortion of the common folk and shoot the common folk if they don't obey their masters.

[@Burritosarebetterthantacos]

We still say broken arrow😂

[@partydog1784]

Outstanding and you are so right because not every bad guy is gong to mark off 7 yards then swing in to action . This is a must train 👍.