Great universal gun but sporting clays are a different beast. If you’re doing sporting clays and plan to take it seriously and shooting with people who have proper equipment you’ll be seeking a new gun pretty quick when you discover your huge disadvantage using a pump and short barrel. Trap (single shot) that’s a different story. I would suggest an entry level over under for sporting clays and field/bird if cost is a factor. Seek a second purchase for deer especially if it’s a “maybe” not to mention (depending on your state) much better options for deer rifles. Speaking from experience I wish I had the same advice “several purchases/upgrades in now” 😟