Brecken Lee, June – “Did mom say it’s ok?” – I said, “I didn’t even ask!” – replied my dad. This is the exact conversation I had with my dad…
A Season’s End
Bella Nottnagel, June – This past archery season has been packed with growth and memorable experiences. I became a NASP Student Contributor, qualified for national championships for the second time,…
NASP® States and Nationals Activities
Alayna Musson, June – At the NASP® States and Nationals, there are so many overwhelming things going on around you and others. Some could compare it to a busy beehive….
3D Archery, Photography, and Great Memories
Daniel Ebner, June – 2025 has brought some of my favorite memories of archery, including traveling to a state tournament, and getting to be a Student Contributor for NASP®. One…
My archery season
Savannah Tovar, June – I don’t know about you, but I had a great season this year! Maybe I didn’t shoot as well as I hoped, but I made so…
My North Star, shooting a 290
Reagan Trent, June – I was just a kid in sixth grade when I set my sights on shooting a 290. Back then, it seemed impossibly far away, it was…
Consistent form
Makayla C. June – Does consistent form make a difference? That’s a question I think gets asked a lot. From my experience though, it one hundred percent does! Consistent form…
Ring around the target
Mack S., June – As the season comes to a close, I feel an overwhelming relief, as I’m sure everyone within NASP® is. I love archery just as much, or…
This Season
Ellen Chaney, June – The 2024-2025 NASP archery season was an amazing experience that left a lasting mark on my archery career. As I stepped onto the range for the…
How I Qualified For Nationals
Eden Van Zante, June – It is November 2024 and the archery season is just starting in Iowa with practice twice a week. The first tournament in Southeast Iowa is…
Other outdoor skills because of NASP®
Ava Castrogiovanni, June – When I started archery, I could’ve never imagined what this sport would turn into for me. NASP® has given me many friends and experiences and introduced…
Is Archery a Sport?
Adleigh L. June – When you think about a sport, what’s the first one that comes to your mind? You may think of common sports like soccer, basketball, or volleyball,…
Setting up a home range
Brecken Lee, May – “Did mom say it’s ok?” – I said, “I didn’t even ask!” – replied my dad. This is the exact conversation I had with my dad…
How To Prepare Yourself For An Archery Tournament; Physically and Mentally
Regina Diamani, May – Preparing Physically and Mentally for an Archery Tournament. Participating in an archery tournament can be both exciting and challenging. To perform your best, it is essential…
About NASP® and KHSAA
Alayna Musson, May – About NASP and KHSAA NASP®, National Archery in Schools Program, is an introductory archery program presented during the school day as part of a school’s curriculum…
My favorite archery experience
Makayla C., May – This month I decided to write about my favorite archery experience. Personally, I love everything about archery. I love my team, shooting, competing, everything. So it…
Footwear on the range
Savannah Tovar, May—How many pairs of shoes do you have? Chances are, if you have more then one or two pairs, you probably don’t wear the same ones all the…
Mind your (target) manners
Robert Hamilton II, May – As we all approach the end of the season and head to Nationals or even The Championship, don’t forget to be kind, courteous and use…
Various Bow Types and How They’re Different
Reagan Trent, May – Archery’s been around for ages and has changed a lot over time. Nowadays, there are different types of bows made for specific things, each with its…
How to take great archery pictures
Madison Evans, May – The one thing I love the most about archery is the multitude of the photo opportunities. You and your parents can take action shots, posed pictures,…
Get behind the boosters
Mack. S., May – The coaches and archers are all that seem to be talked about in the archery community, and it makes sense as they are the archery team….
Just breathe
Ellen Chaney, May – As Thich Nhat Hanh said “Breath is the bridge which connects life to consciousness, which unites your body to your thoughts” When it comes to shooting…
Connections That I have Made With People Because Of Archery
Eden Van Zante, May – One of my favorite aspects about archery is getting to shoot my bow and be involved in a team but it is equally fun to…
How Archery Is A Sport For Everyone, Even Those Who Don’t Like Sports
Daniel Ebner, May – Do you consider yourself as someone who likes sports? Even if you don’t, there are many reasons why I believe you should give archery a try….
From targets to trails – How NASP® led me to archery Hunting
Bella Nottnagel, May – I can still remember my first time shooting a bow. I hardly knew anything about archery, but when I shot my first ten and felt that…
How to keep a positive mindset
Ava Castrogiovanni, May – We all know that some days are just bad days. Some days our groups aren’t tight, our aim spots aren’t right, and our scores aren’t what…
Watching Other Archer’s Form
Adleigh L., May -Have you ever watched a fellow archer or teammate shoot? Maybe you helped them with something they were struggling with. Unknowingly, you may have helped yourself in…
Proud to be an archer
Daniel Ebner, April – I have been an archer for over seven years, and a NASP® participant since 4th grader. Every time I pick up my bow, shoot an arrow,…
Hunting, fishing, and loving every day.
Robert Hamilton II, April – As the Luke Bryan song goes, I would be loving every day if I could spend it hunting and fishing. And that fits right in…
Form determines the score
Regina Diamani, April – Archery, at its heart, is a pursuit of consistency. It’s not about brute strength, but rather the precise repetition of a series of movements that, when…