A Weekend at the USA Archery Nationals
Photo By Emma Schaefer
Archers score in groups of four and score on tablets and on paper to make sure scores are accurately recorded. Once three whistles blast, archers can proceed to the targets and score their arrows. Targets are scored from ten to one, the very center being the highest score on the target. Archers must mark the arrow holes every end in case any arrows bounce out so they can be called.
Photo By Emma Schaefer
As COVID-19 restrictions are easing, local sporting events are starting to happen again. From Feb. 6-8, the Illinois Target Archery Association held their state championship in combination with USA Archery’s national tournament. Each archer brought their own equipment and had it approved by a judge before they could compete. The Hoyt Invicta pictured above is a top of the line compound target bow.
