I get a kick out of reading comments like 2nd place is 1st place looser. The term "looser" connotates so much in terms of condescension that I shutter anytime I see it used. It's just not the right way, imo, to portray our sport to potential new shooters. It gives others the impression that if they don't win, or come in 2nd or 3rd, that they are a "looser." Maybe true in the strict sense of the word, but not in the overall game of participating, learning, developing their skills, etc.
I shoot IBS score, have for nearly 25 years. I enjoy winning, but don't obsess over it or use what to me are words or phrases that can easily convey derison or contempt to other shooters. We are too small a group in a very esoteric branch of shooting. I enjoy the travel, competition, challenges to myself and being a match director at a range hosting IBS score shoots and helping at other clubs when I can so that others that aren't inclined to, enjoy themselves. When I win I'm happy, When I am first or second place or worse looser I'm still happy to have had the chance to compete, enjoy myself and hopefully help others to have done the same.