((a)) ** .—** In this section, a “junior competitor” is a competitor at the National Matches, a small-arms firing school, a competition in connection with the National Matches, or a special clinic under who is—

((1)) less than 18 years of age; or

((2)) a member of a gun club organized for the students of a college or university.

((b)) ** .—** A junior competitor may be paid a subsistence allowance in an amount prescribed by the Secretary of the Army.

((c)) ** .—** A junior competitor may be paid a travel allowance in an amount prescribed by the Secretary instead of travel expenses and subsistence while traveling. The travel allowance for the return trip may be paid in advance.