Will there be a time when you will have to shoot with your support hand?

• A. Only in practice
• B. Yes, in some situations
• C. No, never
• D. Only if your dominant hand is injured

Answer: (B)

Being able to shoot with your support hand is about staying effective when you can’t use your dominant hand. In real scenarios, you may need to shoot with the non-dominant hand if the dominant hand is injured, if that hand is occupied with something else, or if you’re maneuvering around obstacles while keeping your focus on the threat. Training to use both hands improves control, safety, and the ability to respond under stress.

That’s why the best answer is: yes, in some situations. The other options don’t fit because shooting with the non-dominant hand isn’t limited to practice only, isn’t never necessary, and isn’t exclusively tied to injuries of the dominant hand.