Morgan Christensen, March – Have you ever shown up to a tournament and felt like there was a secret that wasn’t shared? This is quite normal, as archery has many…
Setting sticky goals
Bella Nottnagel, March – We all set goals. Whether it’s to win that competition or to shoot a certain score, goals are all around us. But most of the time,…
The importance of practice and endurance
Eden Van Zante, March – I am here to tell you about why practice and endurance are important when it comes to the sport of archery. Just like any other…
A personal best even with a 0!
Savannah Tovar, March – Recently, I have been having a hard time figuring out my shot set-up. My elbow is not as secure as it really should be (I will…
What happened at my last tournament
Robert Hamilton II, March – A question was asked of what makes archery fun. My last tournament was not fun, but as I have had a few days to get…
The Physics Behind Archery
Reagan Trent, March – The Physics of Archery: Understanding Energy, Motion, and NASP® Bows Archery is a sport of precision, strength, and skill, but at its core, it is also…
Equipment failure at a competition
Makayla C. March – Hey Archers, I Have a Question for You! When someone says “equipment failure,” where does your mind go? Personally, I immediately think about archery competitions. If…
The archery community is unlike any other
Madison Evans, March – Archery brings together people from all walks of life. During my time on the team, I have shared experiences with my teammates that have created a…
Exploring your capabilities
Mack S. March -Everybody learns the 11 steps when they first start archery, as they are the fundamentals. These steps create a foundation that everyone follows, ensuring a level playing…
Shooting under pressure
Lydia Windell, March – During a tournament, there’s often that one arrow where your shot process falters. Maybe you lose focus and release an arrow you didn’t mean to. Either…
How to be a good teammate
Ellen Chaney, March – There are many ways to be a good teammate. Some include cheering up teammates after a bad round, talking to everyone, including others, being kind, offering…
How to travel with archery equipment
Daniel Ebner, March – Traveling with Archery Equipment: Tips for Protecting Your Gear As an archer, there’s a good chance you’ll need to travel with your equipment at some point….
How to elongate the life of a target
Brecken Lee, March -I’ve been through quite a few targets in my lifetime. Since I have a range at home, I need to replace them every two to three months,…
How I calm my tournament anxiety
Ava Castrogiovanni, March – Like many archers, I am a perfectionist, and archery tournaments make me anxious. I put immense pressure on myself to shoot perfectly, even though only a…
Why I Encourage Others to Try Archery
Alayna Musson, March – If you had asked me this question in third grade, my answer would have been very different. Back then, I would have said, “Ummmm, to make…
Archery is a Sport for Everyone, Even Those Who Don’t Like Sports
Adleigh L, March – Before discovering archery, I had never participated in sports. I tried many different ones, but none felt like the right fit. Sometimes, I didn’t enjoy the…
Confidence in Archery
Alayna Musson, February – Confidence can take you far—both in archery and in life. While confidence in archery may seem different from everyday confidence, the two are closely connected. In…
Archery in Physical Education Courses
Lydia Windell, February – Incorporating archery into physical education courses would benefit both students and schools alike. Archery, particularly through the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP®), is an…
Should Your Parents Keep Track of Your Score at Tournaments?
Adleigh Lewis, February – Imagine you’re at an archery tournament, waiting patiently for everyone to finish shooting. Suddenly, you hear three whistle beeps, signaling that it’s time to retrieve your…
The History of Archery: From Survival to Sport
Regina Diamani, February – Archery, the art of propelling arrows with a bow, boasts a history as rich and varied as the cultures that have embraced it. Far from being…
Live like Doodle
Sophie Huff, February – This month, I chose to write about someone who was very special to me. His name was Darrin, but almost everyone knew him as Doodle. On…
What to Expect at Your First Tournament
Morgan Christensen, February – A first tournament can be both scary and exciting, but it’s a big step for any archer. Here are some tips on what to expect at…
Cupid Debunked
Savannah Tovar, February – Cupid is ready to shoot, but will he strike? Well, if you find Cupid flying around with his bow and arrows, that sounds dangerous enough to…
All great athletes have habits, even archers.
Robert Hamilton II, February – All great athletes have habits or rituals they go through every time they compete. They may have a pair of “lucky” socks they wear all…
How an Arrow is Designed and Constructed
Reagan Trent, February – An aluminum arrow starts as a carefully crafted piece of sporting equipment designed for precision and performance. Manufacturers begin by selecting high-quality aluminum alloys, typically high-end…
Shoes on the Archery Range
Makayla C, February – Hey Archers! I have a kinda silly question for you today—do you think footwear on the archery range really matters? Now, I’m not talking about the…
Tournament Downtime & Team Bonding
Madison Evans, February – As many archers know, archery tournaments can last from an hour to the entire day. Staging and shooting might take an hour and a half but,…
Watch and Learn
Mack S., February – I remember my second year of archery. I was at one of our home tournaments, and two of my team’s best archers—the ones who shot 295s…
Target Panic and How to Deal with it
Ellen Chaney, February –Did you know that 95 percent of archers struggle with target panic at some point in their archery career? Target panic is when you release your arrow,…
Tournament Etiquette
Eden Van Zante, February – In my time in archery I have found ways to be respectful to others and to show kindness, not only to your partner that you are…