The National Republican Congressional Committee announced this morning the 10 candidates who have met enough organizational benchmarks to reach the so-called "Young Guns" status. Benchmarks include fundraising, volunteer recruitment and even a certain number of door knocks.

"After already demonstrating their ability to build competitive, effective, and winning campaigns, these 'Young Guns' are ready to win on Election Day," read the NRCC press release.

Here are the first Young Guns of the 2010 cycle: Steve Chabot (OH-01); Tim Griffin (AR-02); Andy Harris (MD-01); Pat Meehan (PA-07); Steve Pearce (NM-02); Martha Roby (AL-02); Dennis Ross (FL-12); Steve Stivers (OH-15); Vaughn Ward (ID-01); Allen West (FL-22).