Evolving for the Better: 2024 NFAA & BTB 1-Arrow National Championship
On just its second edition as an NFAA National Tournament, the NFAA & BTB 1-Arrow 3D National Championship saw further success, drawing a record 560 archers. The competition was held on April 13-14 at the Wagner Ranch in Fresno, CA, a familiar venue for the past several years.
The 2024 event saw numerous improvements, including streamlined registration, target assignments, and scorecard pick-up. The range layout was enhanced to improve the archers’ experience and highlight safety, avoiding walkers and vehicles being on the same path. A shortened range from 101 to 85 targets allowed for less time spent on Sunday and enabled participants to get home safely and earlier.
A significant change to this year’s championship was the National Team Add-On. Archers could team up with a partner of the same shooting style and compete for a special buckle award and the title of National Team Champion, creating an even more engaging and supportive atmosphere. With over 100 teams, the competition was fierce and, for many, it was the first chance to compete in a team event.
In the Compound and Recurve Open Team divisions the stakes were high with significant prize money on the line, making the competition even more thrilling. Despite the intense competition, participants had plenty of opportunities to enjoy themselves, appreciate the outdoor setting, and make lasting memories.
Major improvements on the electronic scoring system also contributed to streamlining the event, providing a better experience for all participants. Electronic scoring allowed for real-time updates, reduced errors, and made it easier for archers to keep track of their scores – all without needing a stable internet connection while on the course. Additionally, the team scores were automatically calculated by the electronic scores, a nice feature for archers and staff alike.
The NFAA is grateful for the partnership with BTB for their commitment to continually improving the event and elevating the overall competitive experience, from registration, to electronic scoring, to the range layout.
Despite yet another rainy event on this wet spring, the weather challenged many archers who were brave enough to compete under such conditions. Overall, the event was a success, well-attended, and a testament to the dedication of both organizers and participants.
Break the Barriers is a non-profit organization located in Fresno, CA, dedicated to increasing access and opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Founded in 1984, the organization offers a variety of programs and services designed to encourage active participation in sports, recreation, and the arts. Their mission is to improve the quality of life for people of all abilities by removing obstacles that hinder their potential. Break the Barriers Archery is the largest inclusive archery program in the US, serving over 200 juniors, adults, and military veterans of various abilities. Their facility also functions as a Paralympic training center, featuring a specialized program for Disabled American Veterans.
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Midwest Section
3Gregg Alvin SMFS 1085
4Huttel Jimmy SMFS 1080
5Larkins Benjamin SMFS 1072
6Stevens Jeff SMFS 1070
7Mack Chris SMFS 1065
8Fox Clint SMFS 1063
1Overby Jason SMFSLR 615
1Wilson Tim SPMFS 1184
1Riedel Robert SSMBHFS1069
2Lanier Steve SSMBHFS1025
3Partezana Chris SSMBHFS967
4Barth John SSMBHFS762
1Manfull Ray SSMFS 1085
2Hood Thomas SSMFS 1079
1Pfannenstein Joseph SSMFSL 975
1Wearne David SSMFSLR 903
1Rupar Marla YAFFS 1113
2Knutson Valarie YAFFS 1055
1Taylor Terissa YAFFSLR 964
1Verheul Martin YAMBHFS1039
1Tieszen Landon YAMFS 1085
2Overby Tanner YAMFS 1079
3Mueller Devon YAMFS 1058
4Telleen Hunter YAMFS 1057
5McFarland Ben YAMFS 1055
6Van Santen Logan YAMFS 1048
1Mueller Mackenzie YFBHFS 868
1Peterson Reese YFFS 1081
1Moorhouse Jack YMBHFS 1065
2Moorhouse Andrew YMBHFS 1035
1Solomonson Kort YMFS 1086
2Steinmeyer Liam YMFS 775
Southwest Outdoor Sectional Results
Mid-Atlantic Section
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2024 Mid-Atlantic Outdoor Sectional Results
PlaceLast
1Rider Melissa AFFS 1364
2Snow Megan AFFS 1300
1Sterner Ian AMFS 1405
2Byrnes Matthew AMFS 1385
3Shortall ChristopherAMFS 1381
4Hentz Kevin AMFS 1358
5Brown Aaron AMFS 1343
6Coleman Michael AMFS 1306
DNFRega Brad AMFS 1076
1Townsend David MSMFS 1332
2Bradway Jc MSMFS 1309
3Coblentz Tom MSMFS 1298
4Hammer George MSMFS 1284
1DiDio Tony MSMFSL 991
1Campbell Erick PMFS 1533
1Kurz Annika SFBHFS 1119
1Miller Melissa SFFS 1296
2Dillman Susan SFFS 1261
1Pace Robert SMBHFS 1267
1SchwartztrauberPhilip SMFS 1381
2Warner Thomas SMFS 1378
3Palm Clint SMFS 1374
4Collier Mike SMFS 1333
5Dingman Ross SMFS 1305
6Gumann Scott SMFS 1294
7Sinnott Randy SMFS 1291
1Russo Louis SPMFS 1474
2Kirtley Frank SPMFS 1400
1Ross Troy SSMBHFS 1238
1Setzer Matthew SSMFS 1354
2Campbell Michael SSMFS 1350
3Carrar Emile SSMFS 1332
4Byrnes Chris SSMFS 1313
5Pace Joseph SSMFS 1264
6O'Haren Sean SSMFS 1150
1Hryn Dave SSMFSL 1244
1Jarrell Melody
2024 Southern Outdoor Sectional Results
1Scherer
Great Lakes Section
Great Lakes Outdoor Sectional Results
CHAMPIONSHIP COMPOUND SENIOR FEMALE
1Tamara Fontenot$400
CHAMPIONSHIP RECURVE FEMALE
1Archana Kongara $200
CHAMPIONSHIP COMPOUND YOUNG ADULT
1Noah McIntyre $500
2Josiah Hays $225
3Cameron Gaines $150
4Jackson Higgins $100
COMPOUND FLIGHT 1
1Tyler Thomas $1,031
2Jason Goedken $589
3Adam Jirovsky $385
4Andrew Echternach $261
COMPOUND FLIGHT 2
1Adam Kramer $571
2Larry Butterfield $326
3Vishal Vishal $213
4Derek Rogers $144
COMPOUND FLIGHT 3
1Gage Neuschwander $426
2Stuart Sveeggen $243
3Jim Vang $159
4Tyler Brusseau $108
COMPOUND FLIGHT 4
1Marcella Hebert $303
2Noah Denker $173
3Austin Wheadon $113
4Jesse Given $77
COMPOUND FLIGHT 5
1Larry Dahlberg $262
2Jesse Carter $150
3Cory Craig $98
4Alvin Gregg $66
COMPOUND FLIGHT 6
1Sara Barnes $214
2Steven Gibbs $123
3Matt Zylstra $80
4Kendra Boehm $54
COMPOUND FLIGHT 7
1Wyatt Ridgeway $183
2Jessica Bowser $105
3Brady Klassen $68
4Madison Overby $46
COMPOUND FLIGHT 8
1Hunter Laverack $164
2Miranda Moore $94
3Caitlin Griffin $61
4Thomas Mack $41
BOWHUNTER FLIGHT 1
1Neal Ruebush $573
2Aaron Walberg $328
3Taylor Given $214
4Mark Wagner $145
BOWHUNTER FLIGHT 2
1Isaac Spiegl $344
2Nicole Schmitz $197
3Allen Danielson $129
4Reid Hansen $87
BOWHUNTER FLIGHT 3
1Tyler Bradfield $229
2Alex Pick $131
3Gaylord Hibl $86
4Cory Bode $58
RECURVE FLIGHTS
1Lalit Jain $368
2Seth Mcwherter $221
3Blake Dandurand$147
RECURVE BAREBOW FLIGHTS
1Savannah Chouinard$105
Book Your Stay for the 2025 Vegas Shoot TODAY!
The iconic Vegas Shoot will debut at a fresh venue in 2025. Spanning the interconnected properties of Horseshoe and Paris, this expansive location offers over 300,000 square feet of shooting space, along with nearly 6,000 hotel rooms, over 30 onsite restaurants, a casino, spa, arcade, family-friendly shows, and more. The Bakkt Theatre at Planet Hollywood will host the Finals matches and Championship Shootoffs, featuring a seating capacity for 7,000 spectators. Stay tuned for upcoming details to be released with the event layout and maps!
The listed rates are per guestroom, per night, single or double occupancy. Each additional person will be charged at a rate of $30.00 per person, per night with a maximum of four (4) persons per guestroom. A discounted resort fee of $39.95 per room, per night plus the current occupancy room tax will be charged in addition to the room rates above. This daily resort fee includes unlimited local phone calls, two guest admissions per day to the Fitness, and in-room Internet access to include two two devices per room per day.
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Attendees receive rates of $85.00 midweek and $148.00 weekend + discounted daily resort fee of $39.95.
Paris Las Vegas
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Attendees receive rates of $95.00 midweek and $168.00 weekend + discounted daily resort fee of $39.95.
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Attendees receive rates of $80.00 midweek and $140.00 weekend + discounted daily resort fee of $39.95.
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Attendees receive rates of $80.00 midweek and $144.00 weekend + discounted daily resort fee of $39.95.
Online reservations via the provided link are recommended. Any reservations made via the telephone call center will be assessed a fee of $15.00 plus current sales tax, per reservation. For reservations by phone, call 1-800-CAESARS (223-7277). Please reference the group codes above.
New Scholarship Opportunities!
NFAA Sectional Travel Scholarship: Submit your Application by September 2nd!!
We're excited to announce the NFAA Sectional Travel Scholarship in partnership with the NFAA Foundation, designed to support junior archers' participation in national-level competitions. In 2024, we will award $8,000 in travel scholarships to assist promising young archers. This stipend covers entry fees and essential travel expenses (such as travel, accommodations, and meals) incurred during eligible NFAA and NFAA Foundation national tournaments. For a comprehensive list of qualifying events and further details about the Sectional Travel Scholarship, please visit the NFAA Scholarship Opportunities webpage.
To be eligible, archers must be between 8 and 17 years old as of January 1, 2025, hold a valid NFAA membership, and have competed in NFAA State and/or Sectional Championship events in 2024. Don’t miss out on this opportunity— apply by September 2nd!
NFAA Professional Division Scholarship
The NFAA Professional Division Scholarship is funded by the NFAA Professional Division membership dues and is presented annually to one male and one female archer aged between 15 and 18. Each recipient receives $1000 to use toward higher education. The 2024 application period has closed, and the winners will be announced by July 30! Did you miss out this year? Don’t worry – check our Scholarship Opportunities webpage to stay updated on the application deadlines for next year!
2024Shooter of the Year RULES & RECAP
Each year, the NFAA awards the title of “Shooter of the Year” (SOY) to three professional archers and two amateur archers. Points are calculated by adding final scores from each of the 5 required qualifying events plus the final X count for The Vegas Shoot, NFAA Indoor Nationals, and the First Dakota Classic. Each X counts as an additional point.
Archers who have competed in the following divisions during the year are considered Amateur for SOY purposes: Flights, Adult, Senior, Cub, Youth, Young Adult, or Young Adult Championship. Archers who have competed in a Professional division or have won $250 or more in an Adult Championship or Senior Championship division in the current year are considered Professional for SOY purposes. A podium bonus is awarded for the top 3 scores at all 5 events in the male and female professional categories (3 points for 1st place, 2 points for 2nd place, and 1 point for 3rd place).
As the 2024 season nears its conclusion, several races for Shooter of the Year are coming down to the wire. In the Professional Men's division, James Lutz, Kyle Douglas, Christopher Perkins, and Stephan Hansen are separated by just 14 points. Similarly, in the Professional Senior Men's category, Benton Christensen, Timothy Gillingham, Robert Morgan, and Tim Audus are closely grouped with a 16-point difference among them. With significant points still available at the Outdoor Field National Championships in Yankton, the outcomes remain wide open. In the Amateur Male division, Jason Goedken leads with 3837 points, followed by Daniel Button with 3816 points and Clayton Moore with 3811 points rounding out the top three. Conversely, the races in the Amateur Female and Professional Female categories are less tense. Marcella Hebert remains the lone contender in Amateur Female, having participated in all required NFAA events. Similarly, Paige Pearce is the sole eligible contender in Professional Female. As long as they both complete the circuit by attending the final event, each will be awarded their respective Shooter of the Year title.
Remember, all archers tying for Shooter of the Year must compete in the Outdoor National Field Championships: see you all in Yankton, SD from August 22-25 to defend your position and claim your title!
JAMES LUTZ
DAN BUTTON
DARREN COLLINS
DAVE COUSINS
JACKSON HIGGINS
JASON GOEDKEN
KYLE DOUGLAS
JEFF RANEY
JEFF BUTTON
LARRY BUTTERFIELD
LEWIS HOLMES
ROB MORGAN
BENTON CHRISTENSEN
CHRIS PERKINS
CLAYTON MOORE
MARCIE HEBERT
PAIGE PEARCE
RICHARD SMITH
ROBERT HOUSEHOLDER
STEPHAN HANSEN
TATE MORGAN
TIM AUDUS
TIM GILLINGHAM
45th Annual NFAA Indoor National Championships to be Held at the Navy Pier in Chicago, IL
The National Field Archery Association (NFAA) is excited to announce that its 45th Annual Indoor National Championships will be hosted at the historic Navy Pier in Chicago, Illinois, February 14-16, 2025. This prestigious event will gather archers from across the nation to compete in one of the archery community's most anticipated tournaments, shooting the iconic blue & white NFAA 40cm target.
Next year’s venue, Navy Pier, is one of Chicago’s most popular attractions, located just off the Magnificent Mile. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and scenic views of Lake Michigan, Navy Pier offers a variety of attractions suitable for all ages, including the famous Centennial Wheel, Chicago Children's Museum, year-round festivals, and numerous dining and shopping. Its central location provides families and participants a perfect mix of competitive action and leisure, enhancing the experience of all attendees. Festival Hall, located in the heart of the Navy Pier, offers an expansive indoor venue with over 170,000 square feet of event space. Learn more at https://navypier.org/.
Bruce Cull, Executive Director of the NFAA, expressed his enthusiasm about the location, stating, "We have been searching nationwide for the 2025 Indoor Nationals location, and we are excited to have a unique venue like Navy Pier. Navy Pier offers a wealth of attractions, making it an ideal spot to explore and enjoy beyond the competition." Cull further noted, “In addition, we are working on an exciting new partnership event that will coincide with the championship. This will give archers the opportunity to compete in two events over the same weekend!”
We are aware of the biases that exist around hosting the event in Chicago, particularly concerns related to winter weather and safety. Before finalizing the decision, the NFAA conducted an official visit to Navy Pier and was highly impressed by the facilities and the security measures in place. Navy Pier is a top-tier venue, situated in one of the most dynamic and secure parts of the city, and is well-equipped to host an event of this scale.
After an extensive bidding process that included over twelve potential locations across the United States, both from the central and eastern regions, the selection of Chicago’s Navy Pier was made through a unanimous vote by the NFAA Council. This decision was made due to overwhelming input to have the NFAA Indoor Nationals a month earlier in February. Chicago’s strong record of hosting major events in February, including the largest auto show in the U.S., assured us of its capability. Additionally, the NFAA considered polls from its members and past participants, as well as the proximity of past attendees to the Chicago area. These factors, coupled with the limited availability of suitable venues during the busy month of February, solidified the decision to relocate the event to Navy Pier.
The NFAA is committed to ensuring that this championship reflects the high standards of our events. Additional logistical support will be provided to address any potential weatherrelated challenges and to prioritize the safety and comfort of all attendees.
Hotel information for participants and attendees will be released soon, ensuring convenient accommodations are available to complement this top-tier archery event. Keep an eye out for more updates as the event gets closer. We hope to see you there!
BEEN THERE - DONE THAT
By Terry Wunderle
The wind was blowing about 15 mph and it was raining. Our daughter Sally turned to me and remarked, “I think it’s time to go outside and practice.” For the next couple of hours, we shot in the rain and wind. Practicing under these conditions has paid dividends on numerous occasions, as we have competed at many tournaments where rain was inevitable. If an archer has practiced in inclement weather and learned how to handle the challenges associated with it, then that person will be able to confront those conditions with confidence and greater success.
When you are facing a difficult shot in a tournament and your mind says, “Been there –done that,” then you can address the competitive situation with poise. Practice is not just about shooting arrows; it is the time that you must prepare yourself mentally as well as physically. Place top priority on every arrow, treating each as the most important one you will shoot that day. I am sure most archers put a high value on every arrow executed on a 40-target course. Use that same emphasis with each practice shot, and then you will feel more comfortable mentally when shooting in a tournament.
For an exercise, select one shot and designate it as a sudden death shoot-off. Try to create tension and pressure in your mind and then practice focusing your concentration on making the shot. You must rehearse shooting under pressure or you will not know how to handle anxiety during a tournament. Compete against yourself in 10-arrow tournaments on bullseye targets. Record your scores and try to beat
yourself each following round. The exercise will give each arrow more importance than routinely shooting at the target.
Choose times to practice when you are tired. If you are exhausted from doing manual work, try shooting your bow for score. Maybe you just completed a long, hard, 40-target course. Go to the practice range and see what effects this has on your shooting. Knowing the outcome is very important because many tournaments are lost during the last 10 targets on a long course. Any problem can be corrected, as long as you identify the difficulty.
Using a commercial archery log or notebook, keep accurate records of each shot taken during a tournament. Study the data you collect and note if a pattern develops. For example, I personally shoot a little left on the first two targets and then settle into my normal shot for the remainder of the game. Knowing this, I adjust the sights for the first few targets to compensate for it. You may find that you shoot to the right on downhill or uphill shots. Whatever the case may be, you will be able to identify the problem and then take the proper measures to correct it.
When practicing for a competition, try to simulate as many of the tournament conditions as possible. Put primary emphasis on any situations that cause you difficulty. On one occasion, lowlight surroundings in dark woods were giving me challenges. Too big an aperture for bright sunlight was making it difficult to shoot a tight group. The problem was solved by installing a peep with an adjustable aperture.
If you find you are distracted easily, create unnecessary commotion when you are practicing. Shoot with a friend and ask him to safely disrupt your shooting. If performing in wind is the problem, then train when the wind is blowing. Whatever dilemma you face in tournament situations, your mind should be able to confidently say, “Been there – done that.”
[Terry has coached students to over 350 national and world titles and set over 450 national and world records. This article and more of his professional coaching tips are in his book, Archery: Think and Shoot Like a Champion, found at wunderlearchery.com.]
