Industry News Hi Point Meme: Name the 9 Contest (But Not Really) Dave Merrill June 19, 2019 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Read our affiliate policy. Find out more about how we test products. We take a look at the Hi Point meme for the Yeet Cannon and other social media funnies that enraged users came up with after the Name the 9 Contest gaff. Hi-Point firearms told us back at the 2019 NRAAM that they were “actually going to do a social media piece where you can name our Hi-Point,” see the video here. This spawned the notorious Hi Point meme on the Internet. We were skeptical, to say the least, as the internet previously named a boat, “Boaty McBoatface.” When the perils of the Internet were pointed out, a Hi-Point representative said, “If we were afraid, we still wouldn't be in business.” So in early June, 2019, they ran hard with the #NameThe9 hashtag. They even went so far as to tell the world what the most popular names were after the first phase. “Yeet Cannon” or “YC-9” took the top spot. However, despite it being #1, as so-called Phase 2 dropped neither Yeet Cannon, nor other top-ranked names were among them. Screenshot of Hi-Point letting their audience know which names were the “most submitted” entries. Screenshot of Hi-Point informing the audience of which names made it into phase 2. After much gnashing of teeth, Hi-Point screen shot a piece of their rules which said they can disprove any name. Sure, we get it, but it still smells like bullshit. None of the top names were racist, classist, or sexist, all of which we would agree with removing–let alone TELLING the world they existed as options in the first place. Hi-Point can name their new pistol whateverthehell they want, but they shouldn't pretend you actually have a say. Thus, the Hi Point meme avalanche. The infamous and always quick-witted social media girl (SMG) from Heckler & Koch took jabs at Hi-Point: HK even updated their website address to http://yeetkanone.com From the reactions on social media, it's clear the public is upset by Hi-Point's decision. This series of events has been nothing short of Hi Point meme worthy, we look forward to hearing if Hi-Point will address their sham. More memes from FB; if you have a funny meme, post it on our FB thread about the Yeet Cannon to be included in this post: Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
