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Season’s Greetings By Arlyne Rhode This issue brings us to the close of another wonderful year, in fact number 17. Where does the time go when one has such wonderful people to work with. As I mentioned in the last issues we were going more to digital computer files for our publications and communications. It has been very interesting and educational. Some problems but also many successes. I want to thank all the champions we feature in this issue for their time and effort to get the information to us for this issue. The January-February issue will also feature 1998 champions in the many styles of competitions. We would like to wish all of the champions congratulations on your wins in 1998. In 1999 we would like to feature archery schools and coaches worldwide. Please send us information on your school or coaching sendees you have available. We will continue to cover all types of archery competitions.
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The 2000 Olympics is just around the comer. As of publication time, we wanted to publish the Olympics qualification process for the U.S. but were informed that decisions would be made at the Fall Board of Governors meeting so none could be published at this time. Thank you to everyone who made this issue possible. Ron Wong has a wonderful story on Yabusame Japanese Archery starting on page 364. Thanks, Ron. Thanks also to IFAA President Ken Rogers for getting Skip Traft< who currently lives in Budapest, and Richard & Mary N of England for the report on the European Field A cry Championship. We couldn’t do this without everyon Ip Thank you, contributors and subscribers, for mal his
another successful year. God’s blessing to you and your family in this w holiday season. Check out Jim Schultz’s article for Who Care, Santa’s List on page 362. He says it I you at an archery event. Sincerely, Arlyne
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Editorial ByArlyne Rhode.....................................................................................358 Archers Who Care By Jim Schultz.................................................................... 362 Yabusame Japanese Archery on Horseback By Ron Wong...................... 364 IFAA News World Records Update...................................................................................... 368 The Pacifies........................................................................................................ 368 UtVB(« A Lad In Culford • EFAC 98 By Skip Trafford................................................ 370 European Field Archery Championships By Richard Narey........................ 371 European Bowhunter Champs By Richard Narey....................................... 373 UCHIWT MAHUfACWnUU * MUCHAHTS OaOAHlZATlOH NAFAC-98 By Fiona McClean & Martha Boyle.............................................. 374 NAA News Published and Edited by 1998 NAA Outdoor Nationals Final Results.............................................. 376 ARLYXE RHODE Butch Johnson & Janet Dykman Named Archery Athletes of the Year 06 Editorial Assistant How to set up an Olympic Round for yor JOAO Club By Bud Simon... ’06 DIANA LaBEAU FITA News FITA World Records...................................................................................... 178 IFAA Correspondence FITA Calendar............................................................................................... >78 PRESIDENT KEN ROGERS Olympic Division World Ranking List......................................................... 78 Arizona Cup Entry Form............................................................................... >79 Collegiate Corner News By Marion Rhodes ......................................... 90 Atlantic City Archery Classic Information ................................................ 81 CONTRIBUTORS From the Senior Corner By Joe Bauemfeind............................................ 82 JIM SCHULTZ RON WONG The Masters International By Ron Boorman & Jesse James ................ ; 83 SKIP TRAFFORD RICHARD NAREY Toward the Gold By Freddie Troncoso......................................................... 384 FIONA McCLEAN MARTHA BOYLE BUD SIMON MARION RHODES World Archery Festival Information Las Vegas, NV............................... 86 JOEBAUERNFEIND RON BOORMAN NFAA Indoor Nationals Tulsa, OK................................................................. 88 JESSE JAMES FREDDIE TRONCOSO Elite Archery Clubs ........................................................................................ 390 SUE WILSON GENEGRODZK1 DAVID GORDON JR. FRANK CARR Archery and Your Neighborhood By Sue Wilson.................................... >91 JEFF BUTTON DAVE COUSINS C.W. Bogarts “A Memory” By Gene Grodzki.............................................. 392 JANET DYKMAN PETER ANDERSSON New Products.................................................................................................... 394 SALLY WUNDERLE SHERRY BUMBARGE R David C. Gordon Obituary By David Gordon Jr........................................... 398 JOHNATHAN DUDLEY People and Places ............................................................................................. 400 PHOTOGRAPHERS IBO World Champion Frank Carr...................................................................... 402 M.W. BURNHAM NFAA’s Champion of Champions Jeff Button................................................. 403 NFAA/NAA Champion Dave Cousins................................................................404 JAPAN N MASATOSHISEKI EUROPE N MARY & RICHARD NAREY NAA Champion Janet Dykman . ......................................................................... 406 DENMARK E ERIKKORNBEK FITA Field World Champion Peter Andersson................................................. 406 PHILIPPINES R ROY MANUEL VILLASOR NAA Champion Sally Wunderle.......................................................................... 408 NEW ZEALAND JI JESSIE HENWOOO IBO World Champion Sherry Bumbarger.......................................................... 410 ROMANIA V VICTOR STANESCU MALAYSIA J. IBO/NABH Champion Johnathan Dudley.......................................................... 412 JAMES LEONG Advertisers Directory............................................................................................ 414 U.S. Classified Ads.............................................................................................. 414
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Santa’s List... Another year has almost passed by. Funny how rime flics when you are busier than a one arm paper hanger. Why is that? I believe it is self-imposed and have no one to blame but myself. Having two full time jobs plus Archers Who Care can be considered a whirlwind life-style. I'm not complaining, just trying to figure where the time has gone. What I noticed most this
continue educating our young. How many lives have been lost to drugs ... how many families have been tom apart? This brings
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past summer were the changes in the children. They all seemed to have grown taller, muscles were replacing skinny little arms, scars beginning to heal. Every year we have hundreds of new children that come to the many camps. Is it possible that one day no new children would show up at camp? 1 have to admit that I've never stopped believing in God or Santa Claus for that matter. When you see first hand what the doctors, nurses and medicines can do how can you not believe. We all need to support continued research to put an end to cancer and other illnesses. The firemen need to teach “learn not to bum,” we need to
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Yabusame Japanese Archery on Horseback is Demonstrated in America for the First Time By Ron Wong
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Hollywood isn't located in Southern U.S. and International Archer shirt has long California for nothing. The weather is perfect worn out (hint) so I was wearing a WHITE and so it was for the first Yabusame demo here HOUSE shin from an intern who might be my in America. The festive venue was the future son-in-law. No stains. Equestrian Center in GnfTith Park. This is the It was a surprise to be met on the field by largest metropolitan park in the USA. It was members of Pasadena Roving Archers who had donated to the city of Los Angeles at the turn of volunteered to help run this event. The club has the century by a man that killed his wife and a free archery class on Saturdays for Pasadenans got away with it. I thought about that as 1 and one of the JOADs knew about Yabusame drank my OJ. coming to Nisei Week this summer and made Many of the Japanese immigrants came to introductions. Horse lover and Olympian Janet Southern California three or four generations Dykman was in attendance. ago from Fukuoka. This city is located in Beginnings happen in dressing rooms. I began Southern Japan. The connection brought about my interviews. Just imagine being at Toho the journey of thousands of miles for a group of studios when Toshiro Mifune was making thirty-four Japanese who arc preserving the Seven Samurai and all his other classic ancient court sport ofYabusame or archcry on horseback from Samurai times. The first time 1 saw archers shooting targets from galloping thoroughbreds was in Kyoto, Japan, dunng the Golden Holidays of summer. The crowds were tremendous One could hardly see the horses. The archers sat high as they could but because the traditional asymmetrical bows had grips in the bottom third of their seven foot length they were easy to follow. I noticed the practice arrows for novices were shafted on uncut Easton classics almost a yard long. Progress in a small world. I looked around me and I thought 1 was in feudal Japan. Not a hot dog in sight. This time, in my neighborhood, 1 had a media pass and could see everything and go everywhere thanks to a friendship with the pretty editor of this magazine. Reporters had access to everyone and 1 speak Japanese. My Janet Dykman with Author Ron Wong
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and loving it. The sounds of a conch hom was a signal for the procession to form Incense, in huge bundles. were lit to perfume the pathway. It was the royal road to the capitol called the HOKAIDO all over again. Mount Baldy stood in for Mount Fuji. The ribbon of concrete we call the LA River became the TAM AGAWA of Kamakura This is Hollywood. TV cameras rolled and we were on the air. Archery has never had this much color and ritual here before. History making history. Bus loads of locals packed the banner bedecked stands in a grove of blue gum trees. Hamburgers, cokes and children, made a happy place of this emerald green transformed Cricket field. 1 will condense the narrative given by a princess of Nippon in a charming accent over the loud speakers. Of course, her name is "Noriko". Did you sec the movie Shogun' You are there. “Good ladies and gentlemen from throughout America and California who are here today. welcome! I have the pleasure of introducing you to the traditional world of Bushido, or Way of the Samurai, which has been carried on from
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banner in the four directions to get rid of evil spirits. "Let the games begin." the secretary droned on in Japanese and then I couldn't believe my ears. The star archers stood and yelled out “Yo!" and took a bow. Starting to talk my language. Woke us all up. "Yol", let's "Go!" Ropes are placed along the path the riders will gallop on leaving a space about six feet in width. The usual run is 300 meters. Three archers will be shooting at three targets in succession, one archer at a time. They mounted their horses from the right side. This is to prevent the samurai sword, worn
on the left side, from touching the horse. The horse is first tamed and put at ease then they strum their bowstrings without an arrow to sound the strings. A teen-ager trailing a five colored banner makes his debut by racing down the path riding as a forerunner. Dashing kid. The signal fan is raised. The white fan is raised at the starting point of the run. and a red fan at the end. They symbolize yin and yang and the unity of heaven and earth. Everything is set and the archers start with the lowering of the fan. Continued on next page 365
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The second and third runs are made by the same stars. They come a long way and have not disappointed in their moments of triui The targets are 50 cm square. Eleven pieces of wood are v. with a white fan on top. The distance between targets is about 5 mi It takes great focus to nock an arrow on a speeding horse in tin lead and shoot the following target. The next exciting part of Yabusame was some plain shootin some wild young aspiring archers. Their costumes are simple and have only one run. The kids didn’t always hit but the crowd loves as they arc, knowing they will soon blossom and perpetuate the S| The concluding rites had everyone respectfully bowing to the Then the presentation of the hit targets and white fletchcd cerem I arrows took place. Next, the Rite of Return, asking the gods and t of ancestors to return to their home. Prayers and then a final deep and all participants left the grounds in a recessional march ic conclusion had come to a rare and wonderful cultural archcry ci t. New sights, sounds and friends. The greatest local sportswriter who never covered our sport died today. Jim Murray had this to say about the closing of the LA Olympics where I met many of you volunteers. I'd like to honor him by quoting his words. “It’s been a ball. Don’t cry. Go out the way wc came in, singing and dancing. A toast to absent friends, to loved ones who couldn’t be here Promise towrite. Keep in touch. Thanks for the memories." dronwong@aol com
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The first archer, Yamamoto, begins his ran. He hits the first target and heads for the second and scores a bullseye. He heads for the third and hits it dead center. His form is flawless. The wonderful discipline and flow of zen in archcry on a speeding horse. He is a director of the Japan Equestrian Society and runs a riding school. He waits at the end for the other archers to complete their runs. The second archer, Aoyagi, makes his start the same way and hits the first. He shoots the second in the center He heads for the third and makes a hit. In his school days he was a national sports champion in the steeplechase. He also waits at the run's end. The third star archer, Sasaki, shoots and makes the first and second. The third is a bullseye. The whistling arrows often knock the target fans Io the ground or pin them to the straw. The Sasaki family has been participating in Yabusame for three generations. The three archers return to the starling point together with the crowd showing their appreciation giving loud and generous applause. They proceed al a walk, single file, demonstrating the dignity of the samurai. The archers on horseback are elegant and gallant in the beautiful costume of the hunt. As they pass the highest magistrate, they take their foot out of the stirrup on the side of this sponsor, expressing their appreciation and indicating they have no animosity. The spent arrows are collected with a complicated ritual involving many people. Keeps the scores honest.
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International Field Archery Association News Submitted By Ken Rogers, President
IFAA World records update:
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The following World records were equalled or broken during the NAFAC’98: New/Equalled* world records: Animal Hunter Field Rounds: Freestyle Unlimited Professional: 559 Men: Doug Williams (USA) Amateurs: Adult ladies: 554 Beverly Schroeder (USA) Junior Ladies: 556 522 Michelle Gulusha (USA) 525 Veteran men: 546 Roger Wheaton (USA) •540 Hunter Field Freestyle Limited Amateurs: Adult men: •533 Dave Hryn (USA) 530 Animal Bowhuntcr Limited Veteran men: 508 Bud Beaudry (USA)
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A Lad in Culford ... EFAC 98 By Skip Trafford
Our story begins where my last one left off: the pristine isles of New Zealand... Steve Kendrick and his lovely bride Carole, were strolling hand in hand down a sun drenched beach reminiscing the incredible success of the 19981FAA World Championships in Manakau. Thought Steve at the time. “If our European Field Archery Championships could become a mirror reflection of that wonderful occasion downunder, 1 would be one grateful and happy Englishman!" As they glided amongst the incoming waves, Carole suddenly spied a shiny object rolling in the surf as it massaged the beach. Steve, not one to pass up the chance of finding an unopened beer of foreign brew, rushed out and plucked it from the sea. “Criminey love, it’s a bloody lamp like the ones in the Sinbad movies.” said our hero. “Heavy too. so 1’11 just toss it back because our luggage is near the weight limit for our return home.” Carole, being the more far sighted of the two, implored Steve to haul it back and consider bringing it home as an omen. “Besides,” she said chuckling, “It could have a Genie inside!" So Steve hauled it back to dry land and they marveled at the lamp’s weight and many foreign etchings along its side. At some point, Carole chided Steve for not rubbing it for good luck, so he rubbed it once for good luck. The rest is EFAC history... Suddenly there was a rumbling sound from deep within and it grew hot and spewed noxious gases (the lamp, not Steve for all of you who know him well!) Steve dropped the lamp in the sand as a huge 370
black and white Genie emerged sporting a huge barebow recurve (hey, this is my article you know!), Go Arizona Wildcats ball cap and an “I Love Field Archery" T-shirt. The Genie didn't look happy at all and the ground and the Kendricks shook as his deep voice resounded from deep within: “Who dares interrupt my practice session? I was sitting with 3 spots with one arrow left on the 80 yard walk up. Was it you knave?” Carole nudged Steve out into the open and for the first time in his life, Steve was speechless. The Genie raised his bowarm and said “Well.” In an uncharacteristically meek voice Steve said, “It was I Mr. Genie Sir. 1 disturbed your practice session. Don’t mind us if you take that last shot while we hang around your Genieship. You need all your concentration right now as its easy to slip upon the 80 after nailing the first three long shots.” What do you know about archcry little man? “Uh, I’m President of the English Field Archery Association and my wife and I love archery as much as myself, er, 1 mean life itself,” said Steve, regaining his composure although his voice still cracked. “Well, why didn’t you say so?,’’ said the Genie. My name is Wittie John and through the power of the lamp, I can grant you four wishes.” “Don’t you mean three wishes Wittie John?” said Carole. “No, I said four wishes. I’m associated with the 1FAA not F1TA, so we go with four shots not three,” said WJ. “This is your lucky day. What wishes do you want?
And hurry it up will you, 1 want to take m> last shot before the wind kicks up.” Steve and Carole put their headtogether and after a few minutes o skullduggery, Steve began his wishes: 1. We are hosting the European Fiek Archery Championships in England in a fev months. Since it normally rains a lot in th UK, we want the weather during the wee! of shooting to be perfect shootin
conditions! “Granted! Next?” 2. We want the entire tournament to g> off without a hitch including the computer marshalls, meals and accommodations. “Nooo problem, next?” 3. We want every single archer to have a great time and for everyone to break a record. Sorry, that’s two wishes and besides, I can’t do that for everyone as that is not allowed per the rules of the lamp. However, I will make it happen in certain select categories. Since I lean towards barebow recurve myself, I will guarantee that a new record will be set in the barebow recurve division at the very least. Besides, I’m a
Steve Partridge fan.” 4. We want every competitor to safely arrive at the tournament and return safely
to his home after. “You got it. And as a sign that all will come to pass, and for the good of all Steve, you will have a nasty case of laryngitis al the end of the shoot. Have fun. Me, I’ve got an arrow to shoot." With that the ground shook, loud lascivious noises again came from the lamp and Steve and in a flash, the Genic was
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As those of us who shot the tournament look back on EFAC 98, we realize that the Genie did indeed keep his word and all came to pass according to the power of the lamp. The shoot was shot under beautiful clear skies in spite of a nasty and persistent month long bout of rain and bad weather leading right up to the start of the shoot and commencing again several hours after the last arrow was shot on the final day. The logistics for the tournament went off without a hiccup with everything running in complete synch with the competitors and their needs. As usual, Culford School provided a stellar venue as it did four years ago during the 94 1FAA world championships. The grounds were chock full of English mid evil history and it was a nice touch naming the ranges after local heroes of yesteryear complete with historical explanations on each target in the field. The ranges were patrolled quite well by a seasoned and dedicated group of marshalls and they kept the tournament moving at a nice clip. All the better because perhaps the best treat of all was the watering hole waiting in the middle junction of all the courses complete with bar, tables and bartenders. Many a yam was spun there immediately after the shoot I’ll tell you and the hot dry weather certainly didn’t hurt business at all. Ah yes, the Beer Tent as everyone
affectionately called her. Site of yams, bottles and many a night of entertainment including the talented plucking of Amo Kaczmarek and Horst Kunkier from Germany, Graham Harding from England, and Matti “Elvis” Raulavaara from Finland (He may not speak much English but he sure can do a mean impersonation of ol swivel hips!). Speaking of entertainment, there was a really nice touch set up by Billy Southgate with everyone heading off to the local bowling alley to knock down pins in lieu of the spots they aimed for earlier in the day. 1 had the honor of interacting with Chris Jones and was impressed how he was able to make the computers start singing (in perfect harmony 1 might add) as soon as the competitors stepped off the field. I don't know how he managed to shoot too but again, he is a man of many talents. The belt buckles were absolutely beautiful and also in perfect harmony with the new European Union flag. Many a shooter either took advantage of Steve’s fourth wish and either came in to England early and traipsed all overthe Land of Kings before the Sport of Kings competition commenced or took their time heading home. Early or late, Culford was a great place to spend a week of shooting and a great excuse to sample the scenery along the way to or fro.
All came to pass as the Wittie John promised: by Friday, Steve developed a nasty case of throidal dry rot and could barely speak by the time the award ceremony rolled around. The setting was subliminal within the ancient grounds of Lords long gone and Steve managed to find enough voice to MC the awards ceremony and carry out the prophesy of the Genie ... Wow what a great shoot: perfect weather, shooting conditions, logistics and a hoarse Steve K. What more could you ask for? EFAC 98 Hmmm. Seems like that could stand for European Field Archers Cherish 98! Next year? Who knows. As this article is being written in Budapest Hungary, a fledgling organization of Hungarian archers is forming with the intent of becoming the IFAA’s newest Eastern European member. With eyes on the awesome potential of this dedicated group of determined archers holding next year’s EFAC in Budapest, 1 just returned from a week in Israel during which 1 bought a mysterious looking “Aladdin lamp" in the bazaar in Old Jerusalem. Who knows, if the Hungarians decide to go for it, I will loan them the lamp and see if they can conjure up ol Wittie John for another four wishes and a memorable EFAC 99...
European Field Archery Championships (EFAC) 98 By Richard Narey This year’s European Field Archery Championships were hosted in England by the English Field Archcry Association. The venue for the Championships was an English boarding school, Culford School. near Bury St. Edmunds in Suffolk. The shoot took place between the 10th and 14th August. We were truly fortunate to have permission to use Culford School as a venue. The school itself is set in 400 acres of private parkland. The grounds were landscaped during the Eighteenth Century by Humphrey Repton, one of England’s finest and most notable landscapers. The Estate itself had been given to Sir Nicholas Bacon during Elizabeth the First’s reign. Several notable persons lived at Culford Hall including the Cornwallis family. Nowadays the Hall is the main building of the School with many other associated NOVEMBER-DECEMBER 1998
buildings. During the shoot competitors were able to stay on site either in the school’s accommodation or by camping in the parkland. Many archery dealers were in attendance with shops nearby to the practice area. We also provided a marquee complete with a bar for a central gathering
place in the evening. Other benefits of this venue were the sports facilities, (for example swimming pool and tennis courts), a professional staff of caterers used to feeding hundreds of mouths, room for administration and also a large hall for the Awards Ceremony and the Banquet.
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AMFS(C) A. Scott The three courses were laid out in the Graham Kemp parkland using all the various types of Dave underwood terrain available front dense woodland, an Philip Sutherland area of pine plantation, and typical grazed AFFS(C) parkland, complete with huge beech, oak, Denise Rayner Veronica Catignani chestnut and lime trees. The courses were Sally Cambell divided by a river which runs through the CMFS(C) middle of the park to a large landscaped Stefan Macgregor lake complete with white swans. Darren Bunker The European Field Archery JMFS(C) Championships has the same format as the Ossi Rautavarra World Field Archery Championships, the Lee Davies competitors shoot the Field round on the VMFS(C) first day followed by a Hunter round, a Robert Price Marked Big Game round, a Field round and Peter Gaber Berndt Johansson Hunter round on the subsequent days. VFFS(C) The weather during the week was Astrid Vaughan excellent, no rain at all, which was a AMFS(R) disappointment to the Portuguese Paul Kelly competitors who had hoped to see some Carlos Resende Leif Andersson rain. AFFS(R) The administration was very smooth, managed by a willing and capable team of Christina Walter people. Everything went very well and no Yvonne Raden Penny Cox sooner had the week started and it was all CMFS(R) over. Finishing with the Banquet and the Rui Batista Awards Ceremony presided over by the JMFS(R) Mayoress of St. Edmundsbury. Justin Gibbs Farewells said, we look forward to Dany Oelke next year. Hugo Sousa JFFS(R) AMFU A 2719 Cristina Pais Ben Jones A VMFS(R) David Jones 2698 A 2694 Achim Bischler Henrique Jourdan AFFU Seppo Manninen A 2689 JOhn Forrest Susan Davies A 2675 VFFS(R) Eve Bailey A 2639 Eva Olsson Janet Penman JMFU Norecn Price B AMBL Martin Coe 2476 A Michael Rost 2281 Tony Sparkes Jochen Gninbacher A 2176 Mike Cullen VMFU Lee Jenks Vic Drawbridge N 2525 AFBL N Erhard Heintz 2511 Helen Dicker Roy Jackson N 2506 Terri Boyce AMBU Rosie Potter A Chris Jones 2621 AMBB(C) Imino Drust A 2618 RolfNilsson Richard Narey A 2615 Thomas Zetterberg AFBU Christian Schupp Marillyn Wale A 2538 AFBB(C) Susanne Westfield A 2378 Mary Narey Sabine Schmidt A 2135 Conny Reuter JMBU CMBB(C) Felix Michl A 2558 Joan Pauner VMBU Rolando Reis Dave Pinnell N 2616 CFBB(C) Rod Wale N 2482 Sabrina Kruschka Karl Jonsson N 2405
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European Bowhunter Champs Scarlino, Italy • September 9-12, 1998
By Richard Narey This year’s European Bowhunter Championships were hosted by the Italian Field Archery Federation - FIARC, for the second year running. It was also held in September instead of June. The reason for both the lateness and another trip back to Italy was that the original venue fell through. At short notice FIARC agreed to host the Championships at Scarlino, Tuscany, at the same venue and one week after the Italian National Championships. Scarlino itself is a small ancient hillside town typical of the area. The ranges were situated southwest of the town on the coastline in the surrounding hillsides. Most of the courses offering superb views of the coast and the island of Elbe. The administration, meeting area and information point was situated at a campsite at the foot of the hill below the town of Scarlino. All registration and bow checks were completed here and target assignments, also a bar, restaurant and evening entertainment. Tuesday evening of the 8th September was the Opening Ceremony at 6:00 p.m. This included speeches by the various dignitaries, procession of flags and national anthems of the participating countries, and also a medieval flag throwing ceremony. Three South African archers would also shoot the competition but only as guests. At 10:00 a m. a live band played and enabled everyone to dance the evening out. The rounds shot were the usual ones shot at the EBI1C, namely the Standard IFAA Unmarked Animal Round (paper), the One Shot 3D Round, the Two Shot 3D Round and the Special Animal Round (paper) including timed targets and various herd shots. A course was assigned to each round and archers rotated, shooting a course a day, until all four rounds had been shot. The courses were all quite similar in terrain, all on hillsides amongst Mediterranean vegetation, mostly small scrubby trees, offering a mixture of shots on the slopes. The terrain was generally not steep, however one course had a tricky shale descent of about 200 meters fortunately a red cross wagon was parked at the bottom!
Four rounds later and it was over - yet more speeches and thanks before the awards and closing ceremony - a fireworks display. Next year the Championships will be in Germany in August, watch this space for details. Adult Female Barebow Compound 1. Schwebel, Petra 1557 2. Narey, Mary 1467 3. Vohs, Monika 1290 Adult Female Bowhunter Compound 1. Masani, Cecilia 1543 2 Bardi, Katia 1238 3. Pearson, Heather 1076 Adult Female Bowhunter Recurve 1. Reis, Alice 1247 2 Bodnik, Monja 1193 3. Chambrier, Nathalie 1087 Adult Female Bow hunter Limited 1. Griesser, Elke 1650 2 Schubert, Regina 1572 3. Gho, Rosalctizia 1157 Adult Female Bowhunter Unlimited 1. Pitart-Llorca, Annie 1964 2 Cottino, Silvia 1688 3. Pagni, Sonja 1686 Adult Female Freestyle Limited Recurve 1. Cox, Penny 1651 Adult Female Freestyle Unlimited 1. Hargest, Mary 1926 2. Gutierrez, Doris 1801 3. Trenker, Heidi 1773 Adult Female Longbow 1. Raisin, Laetitia 1139 2. Monari, Gabriella 1041 3. Barbara, Guilia 910 Adult Male Barebow Compound 1. Vohs, Harry 1940 2. Schwebel, Achim 1769 3. Castellan,Jimmy 1286 Adult Male Barebow Recurve 1. Zeiss, Thorsten 1199 2 Radano, Giobanni 1145 Adult Male Bow hunter Compound 1, Geisellbart, Christi 1928 2 Gaudino Luigi 1859 3. Freemantle, Cli 1848 ADult Male Bowhunter Recurve 1. Piantoni, Igor 1695 2 Bucci, Paolo 1694 3. Bodnik, Henry 1650
Adult Male Bowhunter Limited 1. Santor, Gianfranco 2099 2. Abagnale, Marco 2040 3. Zambiasi, Alberto 1985 Adult Male Bowhunter Unlimited 1. Matteucci, Antonio 2180 2 Giacomelli, Stefano 2149 3. Del Valle, Davide 2102 Adult Male Freestyle Compound 1. Corazzesi, Rossano 2085 2 Gallo, Raffaele 1938 3. Pry, Rusty 1929 Adult Male Freestyle Recurve 1. Resende, Carlos 1878 2 Balvin, Kurt 1667 3. Ferreira, Vitor 1607 Adult Male Freestyle Unlimited I. Carminati,Giovanni 2216 2 Sormani, Paolo 2177 3. Weston, Tony 2162 Adult Male Longbow 1. Orlandi, Mario 1410 2 Area, Enzo 1367 3. Gatti, Guiseppe Iva 1365 Junior Male Bowhunter Compound 1. Del Bello, Yuri I486 2. Pearson, Martin 1463 3. Gandolfi, Nicole 1152 Veteran Male Bowhunter Compound 1. Heinz, Ussner 1259 2 Hurtel, Jean-Claude 1144 3. Murray, Mike 1029
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NAFAC-98 •Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA Archers Come & Archers Go By Fiona McClean & Martha Boyle The outdoor field and target rounds are still alive and well. This was proven on the last weekend of August at the 1998 Nonh American Field Archery Championships (NAFAC). held in Ypsilanti, Michigan, hosted by the Washtenaw Sportsman's Club, The 28 field and hunter courses were very picturesque, amidst the beautiful well matured trees. The pathways were well groomed and easy to find your way to the next target. In an area that looks so flat from the outside it was a joy to find some up and downhill shots that were challenging to an archer that is not used to much more than a 1% grade. There were 73 participants this year from both Canada and the U.S. Unfortunately due to the political climate in Mexico, there were no Mexicans present, and they were missed. Hopefully this will change soon. Everyone present had a good time, congratulations to Washtenaw Sportsman's Club fora job well done, and especially to Jack Romeo for his organization of the shoot. NAFAC next year will be in Canada, so watch for dates and location in the next issue of The U.S. <t International Archer. Sec you on the field.
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Quarton. Mackenzie Ml 1790 216 35 4 Hafkcr, Danika KS 1770 216 41 5 Glasberg, Heather NJ 1712 213 33 6 Ondusky, Megan Ml 1635 214 25 7 Dallairc, Ashley Ml 1585 213 16 1579 211 21 8 Taggart, Angela KS Cadet Olympic Ladies - Guest TPE 2042 216118 1 Lin, Li-Chia 2 Lin, Chia-Ling TPE 2031 216107 TPE 2008 216 94 3 Sun, Shih-Yi 4 Hsu, Chun-Yin TPE 1940 214 84 5 Lin. Hua-Shuan TPE 1937 215 70 6 Wang. Yi-Ytng TPE 1747 215 34 7 Kuo. Ya-Ching TPE 1357 210 9 8 Huang. Ling TPE 1245 202 13 Cadet Olympic Gentlemen 1 McCormick. Corey IL 2041 216111 1968 216 85 2 Leung. Kelvin VA 3 Pylypchuk. Steven 1967 216 93 NJ 4 Brown. Ryan PA 1951 215 70 5 Dickinson. Charlie CA 1917 215 75 6 Miller, Jonathan IL 1914 216 70 1889 214 63 7 Avants Jr.. DcnnisCA 8 McDowell, Aaron M 1 1882 216 48 9 Robinson, Scott NV 1878 215 55 1 0 Clark. Nicholas S. VA 1866 215 61 1 1 Ruckman 11. Michael OH 1859 215 60 1814 209 52 12 Krueger, Garrett T X 1 3 Ong. Justin VA 1813 216 39 14 McElhaney, Benjamin CO 1748 215 28 1 5 Gustavcson. Darren VA 1673 213 24 1 6 Kanatzar. Michael 1601 214 24 Ml 1 7 Brown. Eric PA 1523 195 12 1 8 Hafkcr. Garrett KS 1432 210 17 Cadet Olympic Gentlemen - Guest I Lin. Tsung-Han TPE 1981 216 88 2 Tseng. Hua-ChingTPE 1969 216 75 3 Tseng. Hua-Yin TPE 1915 216 69 4 Ning. Hsun-Yeh TPE 1899 216 49 Senior Barcbow Ladies 1 Torres, Rita 2 405 100 AZ Senior Barebow Gentlemen 1 Humphrey. Tim TX 1592 259 12 2 Harwick. Doug IL 1561 253 24 9 3 Graham, Norman Ml 1530 248 4 Rowden. Butch AZ 1517 251 17 5 Appold, Dave Ml 1460 253 12 6 Beauvais, Phil Ml 3 748 131 7 Hall. Frank 2 Ml 252 47
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Collegiate Corner News 1998 Summary
By Marion Rhodes 1998 has been a banner year for U.S. collegiate archery with many new schools, numbers arc up in both compound and Olympic style shooting, and more participation from all around the U.S.! Early in 1998 the NAA U.S. Indoor had 184 collegiate archers participating in the four regions of the U.S. Tops were: Olympic Bow Collegiate Men: Vic Wunderle. Texas A&M 1149 Jay Wimberly, Texas A&M 1132 Greg Kreuger, Texas A&M 1128 Zachery Brummel, Muskegon CC 1127 Olympic Bow Collegiate Women: Jessica Carlson, Michigan State 1109 Sally Below. Millersville Univ. 1059 Rhonda Shaner. James Madison U. 1057 Debbie Blackbum. Univ. ofTexas 1055 Compound Bow Collegiate Men: John Blaschke. Texas A&M 1170 Randy Hinkelman. James Madison U. 1168 Shawn Naylor, Penn College 1155 Chad Karstetter, Penn College 1155 Compound Bow Collegiate Women: Jamie Van Natta, U.ofToledo 1145 Sally Wunderle. Eastern Illinois U. 1139 Carole Grafe, Texas A&M 1126 Jennifer Comedy. Texas A&M 1122
A collegiate FIRST: U.S. Olympic bow and compound bow teams participated in the World University Games 1998, held in Taiwan! The compound teams brought back two Gold medals and two Silver medals and a new world individual record set by Randy Hinkelman of the compound division: John Blaschke took the Gold and Randy Hinkelman the Silver medal. The Men’s compound team also took the Gold medal winning over the Netherlands in the Semi-finals and Great Britain in the Gold Medal Match! The women’s compound team came home with the Silver Medal losing out to Taipei in the Finals. These competitors were from Texas A&M University and James Madison University ofVirginia. NAA Foundation Collegiate Scholarships for the year 1998 were awarded to the following archers: Maggie Adler, Williams College; Chad Affrunti, Atlantic Community College; Suzy Barrera,
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1997-98T/CTournament -All College Imitations - By Mail. Th is five month (Nov., Dec. 1997, Feb., Mar., April 1998) mail-in tournament hosted by Al Lizzio, saw 255 college archers from around the world participating. Some shot all five months, others just one or two. It’s a practice fun tournament. FITA I (30 shots each). Here are the highest individual scores turned in: Olympic Bow Men: Vic Wunderle, Texas A&M 292 Jay Wimberly, Texas A&M 291 Colin Flotta, James Madison Univ. 283 Greg Kreuger, Texas A&M 283 Josh Miller, Atlantic CC 281 Mike Wilmington,TexasA&M 281 Olympic Bow Women Maggie Adler, Williams College 282 Jessica Carlson, Michigan State 279 Suzy Barrera, Texas A&M 279 Tracy May, Texas A&M 273 Compound Bow Men John Blashke, Texas A&M 295 Randy Hinkelman, James Madison U. 292 Vic Wunderle, Texas A&M 289 Jim Kanownic, Penn State 287 Michael Reeder, James Madison U. 287 Scott Gordon, Texas A&M 287 Compound Bow Women Jennifer Comedy, Texas A&M 288 Carole Grafe, Texas A&M 283 Kerri Dane, Penn State 282 Arnie Bradford, James Madison U. 275 Top Individual, school, (total of meets), score: Olympic Men: Mike Wilmington,Texas A&M (4) 1113 Chad Affrunti, Atlantic CC (4) 1083 Olympic Women Marina Feldman, Atlantic CC (5) 1247 Miriam Kumit, Columbia U (5) 1168 Compound Men John Blaschke, Texas A&M (4) 1274 Jim Kanownic, Penn State (4) 1124
Compound Women: Jennifer Comedy, Texas A&M (4) 1125 CaroleGrafe. TexasA&M (4) 1117 For 1998-99 Season, contact: BowDoc@aol.com or Fax 718-461 -1756.
Atlantic City Classic, April 1998 See your July-August issue of The U.S. & International Archer, page 266-267. Congratulations to the champions: Collegiate Olympic Division Collin Flotta 1080 Sally Below 996 Compound Division Randy Hinkelman 1180 Arnie Bradford 1108 Teams Olympic Men, James Madison 3113 Olympic Women. James Madison 2625 Compound Men, Penn College 3502 Compound Women, James Madison 3909 Mixed Teams: James Madison all the way! The U.S. Intercollegiate Archery Championships, May 14-17, 1998, Easton Archery Complex, San Diego, CA: Men’s Compound Scott Gordon, Texas A&M Steve Craig, Penn College John Blaschke, Texas A&M Dave Dolbee, UCLA Women’s Olympic Jessica Carlson, Michigan State Sarah Hoffman, Wesleyan University Tomacita Gorman, Northern Arizona Rhonda Shaner, James Madison Men’s Olympic Vic Wunderle, Texas A&M Patrick Creelman, College of the Sequoias Nathan Hooper, Arizona State University Mike Pihalja, Michigan State Team Results Women’s Compound James Madison University Texas A&M University ofTexas Men’s Compound Penn College, PA Texas A&M James Madison Universtiy Women’s Olympic Michigan State University University ofTexas
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Al) Americans were determined by combination of their 1998 U.S. Indoor and US1AC scores: Women’s Compound: Jamie Van Natta, University ofTexas Jackie Schlueter, JMU Jennifer Comdey,TA&M Jennifer Barton. UT Carole Grafe, TA& M Men’s Compound Randy Hinkelman, JMU Chad Karstetter, PC Steve Craig, PC Shawn Naylor, PC John Blaschke, TA&M Scott Gordon, TA&M Matt Richards, MS Chris Blockcolski, NES Adam Weaver, PC Brian Parker, PC Bradley Gohlke, TA&M Women's Olympic Jessica Carlson, MS Sarah Hoffman, WesU Rhonda Shaner, JMU Sally Below, MU Debbie Blackbum, UT Julie Pennant, SCC Gwyn Atkinson, MS Clare Lyon. UCSD Aleta Moorhouse, ASU Mindy McConnell, MS Men's Olympic Vic Wunderle.TA&M Mike Pihalja, MS Greg Krueger. TA&M Patrick Crcelman. C. of S Jason Lutz.TS Steve Zakowica, JMU Chad Affrunti, ACC Bruce Arnold, UTulsa Joshua Bill, DCC Mike Cieslinski, MS New schools noted are: DCC - Dine Community College (formerly Navajo Community College); UTulsa - University of Tulsa; TS - Thaddeus Stevens; C.of S College of Sequoias; SCC - Shoreline Community College. Congratulations to all 1998 collegiate winners. Want information. Call the NAA office (719)578-4576 NOVEMBER-DECEMBER 1998
“Something is Cooking in Atlantic City” Sometimes a little spice added to a great recipe is all that is needed to create a new sensation. Helen Bolnick and company have been cooking up plans for a very special 1999 AC Classic. A few new tasty ingredients guarantee to make this years Classic a smorgasbord to delight the pallet of any Archer. Allow me to wet your appetite. The centerpiece of the Classic will, as always, be the popular, two day, 600 round, tastily served up in the breathtaking, brand new ’’Atlantic City Convention Center”. The floor will be elegantly lined with all your favorite vendors and manufacturers treating you to factory direct advise, friendly smiles and a peek at the newest in Archery equipment. Want more? How about an “Archery Festival” sponsored by the AMO featuring fun and games for everyone. Some of the goodies will include Dart System Games and Easton Archery’s new novelty games. There will even be AMO folks showing novices how to shoot. The format for the games and the Festival are still being developed, but the word is that there will be lots of surprises. Hoyt, Specialty Archery, Saunders, Easton and others are helping Helen cook up ideas for this new “Festival Twist” to this time proven winner of a shoot. Atlantic City has a new Lighthouse right outside the Center. We are convinced it was built exclusively to welcome Archers to the 1999 Classic. The same is true for the thousands of new hotel rooms added just this year to the expanding boardwalk.
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From The Senior Corner By Joe Bauernfeind
Hi again to all you seniors out there in archery land. The tournament season is long gone and hunting season is upon us so I’m a little short of material this month but I'll let the old brain wander and see what paths it takes us down. I’m still getting a few responses to the survey 1 put in my second Senior Comer article ( May/Jun 1998 issue). Only one response came to me directly however. The others were sent to me in care of The U.S. and International Archer. 1 guess I should have put down my mailing address (snail mail to you non-computer guys) instead of just my e-mail address. 1 keep forgetting that most of us are too old to be into the computer age and still rely on pen and
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paper. Come on seniors, get yourself a computer and get with the program. Your grandchildren will love it and they can show you how to do the Internet and e-mail thing too. There’s lots of great archery stuff on the World Wide Web, such as online catalogs, results from archery tournaments and answers to all your archery questions. If you're in an area where there isn’t much in the way of target or field archery expertise, the computer could be your way to get the answers to your problems. Just post a message on one of the archcry newsgroups and you’ll get all kinds of responses from all over the U.S. and maybe even from far off exotic lands. It's a great way to get the latest ideas on equipment and shooting techniques and making new friends besides. See, 1 knew if 1 started up the old brain, something to write about would come out. Getting back on track, the address and phone number you see in the Zenith Archery Products ad that accompanies this column in each issue are mine folks. Somehow I thought everybody knew that but I guess not. That 888 number is toll free too and if you promise not to cost me too much in tolls, give me a call with your senior news and I’ll try to sell you a release. Instead of trying to respond to each of the people who sent me letters ( I’m kind of lazy when it comes to writing letters) I’ll respond to them in this column so you can all share their ideas too. The first letter came from Richard Hozian from Illinois. Richard says he’d been meaning to write me for some time now but that since he’s now retired his time is quite limited. 1 know how he feels. I often wonder how I ever found the time to go to work eight hours a day. Richard feels that the Senior Division should be from 55 to 65 years of age and that at age 65 there should be a Super Senior division. Marion Rhodes from North Carolina expressed these same sentiments, but wondered if there would
be enough people to make it worthwhile. 1 also received a letter from Jeanie Hall who runs a pro shop with husband Max in Washington state, which I think addresses Marion's concern about enough people. I’ll get to that after I talk about Richard’s letter a little more. Richard feels that our most pressing problem in field archery is the lack of attendance at our local, state and sectional field tournaments. He shot his sectional shoot for the first time this year in Wisconsin and was very disappointed in the turnout of only 75 to 80 shooters. His local club in Illinois has a 28 target range but he doubts that he will shoot any more field events because of the lack of interest which he blames on the length of the field archery round and the number of arrows you must shoot. He proposes a round of 14 targets with N FA A Expert scori ng (5,4,
3,2.1 ), a mix of field and hunter faces and a total of 34 arrows. I won’t go into the details of the round but there would be two arrows shot at the single distance faces and three arrows shot at the fans and walk-ups. This would lead to a round which would take about three hours, which he feels would attract more archers. At the risk of ruffling peoples feathers I’m going to give you my feelings on his ideas. You can drop me a line or e-mail me with any response you may have to this proposal and I’ 11 pass them on to Richard. I’ve been shooting field archery for 35 years now and I still can’t get enough. The thought of going out to shoot only 34 arrows doesn’t appeal to me at all. When I set aside a day for archery that’s what I want to do that day and I don’t put any time limits on it. If I finish in five hours, I’ll sometimes go back to the practice butts to work out a problem or hang out with the guys and talk more archery. When I started, we shot 28 targets in the morning and another 28 in the afternoon. This is certainly not possible today with the focus we put THE U.S. and INTERNATIONAL ARCHER
on high scores and precise accuracy, and I do agree that the pace of today’s shooting leads to some very long rounds, but 1 think we should find a way to speed up the current round instead of shooting fewer targets. Ideas that come to my mind are shooting four across at most targets, limiting the number of let downs to three for each target instead of for each arrow or finding a way to limit the time it takes to shoot each target. Time limits for the full round don’t seem to work since only one archer may be the cause ofeveryone behind him exceeding the limit. Clubs should be encouraged to set up their ranges to eliminate the shots where only one person at a time can shoot and this should be included in the NFAA’s range inspection. The thrill of archery today seems to be in guessing how far away the target is and shooting one arrow to see if you were right. Of course this presumes that you always shoot a good shot and that a miss means you guessed wrong. 1 prefer the sight of watching four perfectly shot arrows find their way into the X ring at a distance I’ve practiced at and perfected. I think what we have here is a difference in philosophy and I'm not sure that there’s an answer on joining these factions together. All I can recommend is to try it all and do what you enjoy the most, but don’t presume that your archery is what everybody else should like. Getting back to Jeanie’s letter. She took the time to go back to look at the numbers at the outdoor Nationals from 1994 to 1997. The registrations were as follows: year seniors/total. 1994-81/467,1995-108/570, 1996-117/506 and 1997-100+/300L I think this shows that the increasing percentage of seniors versus the total registrations to warrant a Senior Div. from 55 - 65 and a Super Senior Div. for 65+. The ever increasing breakdown of styles should be reduced in these divisions to keep the number of awards within reason. Come to think of it, that’s not a bad idea for all the divisions from Pee-Wee on up. She also picked up on my complaint about the physical challenges the seniors are being put through (steep hills, long walks to the ranges and lack of rest rooms for the female shooters). If we want these things to change for the better, each of us should make our voices heard. Don’t be afraid to grab the NFAA President or any of the other officials and let them know how you feel about these issues. NOVEMBER-DECEMBER 199B
In numbers there is strength! That’s all for now old timers. Look me up at the Zenith/Brite-Site booth at the Indy Shoot in Louisville, January 15 - 17. After looking through their latest news letter I can’t find anything about a Senior Division in the entry form. If you plan on going you should call and complain about that. On second thought, call and complain anyway. Talk to Bob at 800 672 9022. P.S. - My e-mail address is changing, so you’ll have to call or wait for the next article, if you want to e-mail me. P.P.S. - The day after submitting my column, I got a call from Bob Stevens of the Indy Shoot. Arlyne had called him
about my comment in this column and he called me up to talk about it. I know I should have called him first, so I do apologize to him for that. In any case, he is going to offer a Senior Division for both males and females in the trophy division, for shooters 55 and up. As a first pass idea, competition would be limited to freestyle limited and unlimited. If you’re not included there, give Bob a call and make your case. He is very open to shooter input and wants to be fair to everyone. For those of you who like to shoot for money, the open flights are there for you. If you can still compete in the Championship Division at over 55, God bless you.
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The Masters International It has finally happened. We have started an archery group for seniors. Ron Boorman and Jesse James from Surrey, B.C., Canada, are inviting seniors from everywhere to join them. You must be fifty years of age by January 1, 1999 to become a member. Memberships will be thirty-five dollars edn (S35.00 edn) payable by January 31 each year. We will be sponsoring a series of shoots starting early in the new year. Mail matches will be held for members who do not reside in the immediate area. A newsletter has been started, membership cards are printed, and a crest is ready for production. We will be trying to design a vest or jacket for our members. The Masters has been registered with the provincial and national target associations and we are the official sponsors of the archery division of the B.C. Seniors Games to be held in Femie next August. The idea is to put the fun back in archery. Nice, comfortable shoots with picnics or BBQ's afterwards. We would like to have a social evening once a year if feasible. If you are interested, you can get in touch with us at the following address: The Masters International c/o Boorman Archery 474 East Columbia St. New Westminster ,B.C. Canada V3L 3X5 Phone (604)524-1674 Fax (604)524-1382 May your eyes be clear and your arrows fly true! Ron Boorman and Jesse James
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Toward the Gold with Freddie Troncoso
The Mental Side of Archery
Author Freddie Troncoso Recently, much has been written about the mental side of archcry and the requirement of sublime concentration as applied to accuracy and shooting of the bow. Appreciating the message and intent of these writings, I find that many are perhaps forgetting the fact that feeling nervous and experiencing excitement at tournaments are natural human traits that even Olympic Champions cannot avoid nor overcome completely! In reality, the task of acquiring confidence and becoming tournament conditioned goes hand in hand with the effort put forward by the aspiring archer and the amount of actual tournament experience acquired by said archer. It is also recognized that proper practice and corresponding muscle tone are absolute key factors which govern the stability of the archer’s hold, and it is this ability to hold the bow steady that determines who will ultimately emerge champion and nothing less! Simply stated, the person aiming and holding best will ultimately win - no questions, if’s or buts!
The Road to Good Concentration What is concentration, and how does one acquire this so very important element of all good shooting? The obvious answer is to say that concentration means or refers to the forcing of all of our attention and thought processes on a specific task or goal. Is concentration a learned process or does one simply inherit the ability to concentrate from our parents? Before opening a can ofworms that may attract those ever present and hungry critics 384
and argumentative birds of prey, let us simply say that most champion archers today and yesteryear agree that concentration can be learned and that it can successfully be used and applied in times of stress and tournament pressure. We also realize that it takes great concentration and shooting ability to win a Gold Medal and emerge victorious in Olympic competition. There is no room for breaking down mentally during the heat of the dreaded one on one competition typical of today’s Olympic Style archery and games. Archery is a sport that requires concentration and controlled nerves. If an archer has good concentration, he can reduce nervousness to a great degree. Mental control is definitely not inherited; it is learned and acquired. It is therefore, ultimately imperative for aspiring Gold Medallists and archery hopefuls to shoot and partake in as many tournaments as possible. It is almost equally important for those archers to recapitulate, analyze, and evaluate each tournament performance after the shoot or tournament is over. In this manner, it is easier to pinpoint any loss of concentration that occurred during any specific tournament and thus, be able to take the necessary remedial steps that will help to prevent this from happening again. A true champion should be able to concentrate on his shooting and not allow any small or loud extraneous noises to distract his/her train of thought. Learning concentration should start on the practice field where the archer first learns to compete with himself. We should always try to shoot every arrow with the same importance as the ones we will be shooting in one on one competition. If you are practicing in the company of a shooting buddy, challenge him, bet with him and see if you can create the same excitement that you will be facing when you are partaking and experiencing actual competition. If you choke up and can’t control your emotions, let down. It is simply foolish to try to overextend your normal time span for shooting and thus, ending up shooting an errant arrow. When you are able to refocus yourself and are
convinced that you can once again shooting a controlled shot, draw, aim and shoot when you are mentally ready. About Practice Most of us have read the famous adage that professes that "Practice Makes Perfect". Before we go any further, lets change this to "Proper Practice Makes Perfect"! While it is known that there are all kinds of practice in archery, we find that the majority of archers arc merely practicing the physical shooting of arrows and are concerned with how many arrows they can shoot during any given practice session. In contrast, wise and analytical archers limit themselves to shooting a maximum of three arrows per each distance during practice. In this manner, the fewer shots enables the archer to concentrate more on each individual shot and thus, increase his/her concentration level. New theories concerning practice dictate and profess that it is best to keep score and shoot at spot targets. Keeping score is simply a tabulated personal account of your performance that serves to tell us how we arc improving and shows if we are concentrating on our shooting. We must always remember that it is not the quantity of arrows shot that matters, but instead it is the quality and analogy of each shot that counts. The main objective and reason for practice should be to improve the weakest part of our shooting form and sequence. Too many archers are merely practicing their mistakes over and over again instead of working on the perfection of their shooting form and shot execution. To be successful in archery, it really doesn’t matter how you do it as long as you do it exactly the same - each and every time! While several contradictions exist pertaining to long range practice versus short range indoor shooting, my experience tells me that it is best to practice at short range where sight adjustments and allowances for wind do not have to be taken into consideration. If an archer can repeatedly hit a small 1 1/4” ten ring from 18 meters time and time again, then and only then should he move to outdoor practice
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where he/she will leam how to deal with the elements of wind and rain. Is your indoor shooting good enough to carry you all the way to the Gold? If not. perhaps you had better go down to your favorite indoor lanes and find out what the weakest part of your shooting form is!
Key Points to Improving Your Indoor Shooting 1. Select and check your equipment so that you are confident it will not let you down when you need it most. 2. Select a release aid or tab of your preference and one that you feel is compatible and enhances your shooting style. 3. Practice objectively and analytically with emphasis on your ability to hold in the middle of the middle. Aiming should be your most concentrated effort of the entire shooting process. So, concentrate on aiming! 4. Keep yourself physically strong, mentally awake and archery aware. 5. Exercise regularly - Muscle tone is important to shooting. Make sure you arc strong enough to handle the pulling weight of your bow. 6. Sleep and Eat Properly- Rest and proper nutrition arc of utmost importance. 7. Avoid Caffeine, Alcohol and Drugs Coffee will augment and increase tournament jitters. Ask your doctor about alcohol use and drugs. 8. Objectively study the champions - See what the champions arc using and try to analyze why they are shooting well! In spite of the never ending and challenging nature of archery, our sport continues to grow and attract newcomers which indicates that winning is indeed a possibility for almost anyone who really desires strongly enough to reach and attain this goal. Are you ready to take the ultimate challenge? We at The U.S. & International Archer sincerely hope that you are!
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The 20th Annual NFAA Indoor National Tournament and Trade Show March 27 & 28, 1999 Tulsa, Oklahoma The Tulsa Convention Center is located in the heart of downtown Tulsa, 15 minutes from the Tulsa International Airport. This will be the site of the 1999 NFAA Indoor National Tournament and Trade Show The Tournament will be hosted by the NFAA
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Don’t forget Practice with the Pros for archers under the age of 18. This is a free event on Friday evening for the junior and professional archers to meet, exchange autographs, and pick up a free souvenir towel.
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20TH ANNUAL NFAA INDOOR NATIONAL TOURNAMENT March 27 & 28, 1999 Tulsa Convention Center - Tulsa, Oklahoma TOURNAMENT INFORMATION PRE-REGISTRATION: Mail or call your registration to NFAA Headquarters by March 12, 1999. Phone registrations accepted only with Visa or Master Card payment. Please complete your registration form carefully and include a phone number in case of errors. ON-SITE REGISTRATION: Registration will be accepted at the tournament site. Registration desk will be open until 7:00 om Friday and 3:00 nm Saturday. On-Site Registration will require proof of NFAA or NAA membership. Payment of membership fees will be required if current membership cannot be verified. CANCELLATION: Cancellation notice is required for refund of registration fees. Failure to cancel before the tournament will result in loss of fees paid. CHECK-IN: All Archers must check in at the Registration Desk.
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Archery and Your Neighborhood By Sue Wilson More and more archery clubs are becoming aware of opportunities to become involved in their communities. At a time when many in our country are feeling negative toward any of the shooting sports, community involvement is not only the caring, responsible thing to do, it is also good for building friendly relationships. You may live in a community where your neighbors can’t even imagine shooting as an enjoyable family sport, or perhaps you have heard the comment, “1 didn’t know there was an archery club in town.” When you are holding a tournament, can just about anyone in town direct visitors to your shooting facility? How can archers overcome the sometimes unfriendly attitudes and general ignorance about our sport? One Iowa club is among those that are overcoming the problems of stereotypes and invisibility. In early 1996 Camp Hitaga, a Camp Fire summer camp for children near Cedar Rapids, approached archer Bob Bridge with a proposal that has developed into a valuable partnership for both the camp and the archers. The camp wanted to better utilize its two hundred and forty acres of land. Some of the property was not used at all. Hitaga looked around the community and found the archers. Today, the Hitaga Archery Club has leased use of the camp property for ninety-nine years. Bob and Pat Bridge are heading up the development of an NFAA Five Star archery range. This summer, the Iowa State Target Championship was held on the grounds. Whenever there is a shoot, all proceeds from the snack and lunch concession go to the camp. In addition, at the end of the year, any profit from shooting fees is used to send as many disadvantaged children as possible to Camp Hitaga for a week. So far in 1997, five children have had their camp costs covered by Iowa archers. In addition to the efforts of the Hitaga archers, other clubs and members of the Iowa State Archery Association are making donations in behalf of their families and businesses. The residents of Cedar Rapids are becoming more aware of Hitaga Archery Club. They don’t think of the club members as weapons fanatics or hunters who pursue poor Bambi. They think of Bob and Pat Bridge and the Hitaga Archery Club as people who care about kids, and who are willing to get involved in the life of the community. They are beginning to think of archery as a sport they might like to try sometime. If you want to get involved in your community, here are some suggestions. Your commitment to good public relations doesn’t have to be based in children’s camps or even in projects that directly involve shooting. Your members might enjoy assisting at a local senior citizens center, or sign up to clean a section of highway near your shooting range. This usually includes a sign by the road that serves to get your
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name into the minds of your neighbors. Walk-a-thons, blood drives and local parades are other areas in which you can participate as a club group. Register under your club name and wear your club shirts proudly. Let your community know that you are people who care. As a final note, if your club has opportunity to begin a partnership like that between Camp Hitaga and the Hitaga Archers, be sure to have a lawyer for each party write up the agreement. This is essential so that there can be no misunderstandings down the road that could spoil a good partnership. And remember, when you are out working in your community, you represent archers everywhere. Take the opportunity to show your neighbors that we are terrific people involved in a terrific sport!
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contraband for a seven year old. May be he liked the idea of giving his nephew semi-dangerous things, just to drive his sister crazy. My old man brought home big cardboard boxes from the factory he worked at, and drew deer and rabbits and such on them. My bows were never new and were often hand made, but for a kid with minimal resources there was always some kind of bow standing up in the comer along with my baseball bat. Fishing, swimming and baseball were great fun but even back then I needed quality time with my bow. the outdoors, and my imagination. Why? At 10, scrounging around the local ponds, woods and the railroad tracks was a critical part of my regular routine. I would grab my pocket knife from the cigar box 1 kept skillfully secreted under the bed. You never knew who might break in to the house in search of marbles, jacks and baseball cards. My bow and the too few precious arrows were in my hand as the screen door slammed behind me and my mother screamed not to run. Along the tracks that divided our town, in more ways than one, ran a spring fed, very narrow, shallow stream that was the home to frogs, snakes, turtles, salamanders - all things important to a kid with a bow. This was my domain. The single set of railroad tracks ran for miles hauling coal, freight and livestock. It crossed through the woods, the fields and by the stores on the edge of town. An occasional transient hopped a ride, past the farmers market and the abandoned shoe factory and across the river where we swam and dove off the railroad bridge. Most of the time the tracks were silent except for the birds, the wind and my footsteps. Looking back it was probably a dangerous place to play but then again times were different. Sneaking along the edge of the ditch, bow at the ready, my eyes would search the lily pads, weeds and fallen logs. A perfect shot was when a frog would sit unsuspectingly sunning itself. and yet be in a spot where 1 could retrieve my arrow. Each shot was a calculated risk. Arrows were difficult to come by and easy to lose. More than once I got the switch from my old man for coming home with a “soaker" from trying to retrieve one of my too few arrows. One day on the way home from school, wearing my good shoes. white shirt and school tie, I spotted a beautifully crested arrow sticking straight out of the marsh grass in the middle of “Pussy Pond.” This shallow mosquito infested body of water was so named because of rumors that this was where folks drowned unwanted cats. From the bank it was obvious that this was the real thing, not one of the kid arrows I shot. I had to get that arrow before someone else spotted it. Building a precarious makeshift bridge from planks and other debris dumped nearby. I excitedly worked my way towards the distant treasure. The results were predictable. As my perch slipped from under me and I hit the muddy drink flat on my backside. Undaunted , I grabbed for the arrow and dragged myself through the dark, smelly clay mud to shore. The arrow was perfect. I was good as dead. I hid the arrow behind the shed and reported for punishment. It was swift and to the point. Dinner was eaten in the standing position. I seem to remember, for a long time, I shot alone but eventually new friends caught on to the fun, got bows, and we all hung out terrorizing the small animals in the neighborhood thickets. We THE U.S. and INTERNATIONAL ARCHER
made believe we were Robin Hood or Davie Crockett or any of an assortment of interesting characters, slipping through the woods shooting at imaginary foes and man eating bears. We competed arrow for arrow at stumps and leaves. There was a claypit by the river where we could shoot high off the crest and way into the pit for what seemed like a mile. At 12 a new friend ‘'Larry" invited me to go with him and his dad to a real field archery range where his father was a member. Could there be such a thing? I could not have been more excited. There was a real honest to God competition going on and the equipment these men carried was, “state of the art." Each bow was more beautiful than the rest. Long sleek recurves with laminated risers of exotic woods. Each shooter welcomed us and introduced themselves. Larry and I joined his dad and another member and we headed into the woods for my very first NFAA field round. In my mind I was a crack shot, but the first target must have been the 80 yarder and suddenly I was once again doomed. My little stick bow couldn’t reach even 50 yards. Some encouragement and an introduction to the cub stakes helped even the playing field. Seeing the men’s skill impressed me, but I saw that they were not that serious. They were not really too different from us kids. Larry and I shot against each other and the men did the same. We were equals. This was the Big Leagues. Back then, my parents didn't have a car and the range was too far to bike, but Larry and I joined the club and his dad took us to the range often for the next two years. My mom made us corduroy vests to put our club patches on and we thought we looked real cool. If nothing else we had the look. In high school I bought a used Hoyt recurve. It hangs in my den till today. It is still beautiful, Larry and 1 made our own beautifully smelling cedar arrows, and stunk up the kitchen burning feathers with a wire trimmer. Over the years, the Army, marriage, being a parent and the pressures of earning a living took me away from shooting fora few years at a time, but somehow, when the time was right, a need would well up in me to break out my bow and renew the addiction. I never became one of the elite shooters, with perfect form, but not many archers had more fun than me. And yes there were magical days when the shots felt and flew just right and 1 felt pride in my scores. Perhaps somewhere deep in our DNA there is something left over from a distant ancestor who lived, hunted or maybe fought with a bow in his hand. Our need to shoot might be his way to reach out and keep in touch with his kin. Maybe our need to walk the woods with a bow is just a way to drift back to a simpler time when you didn’t need a cell phone, a beeper or E-mail. Well, the last vane is fletched and the glue is dry. Nice job, if I must say so! My new arrows look almost too good to shoot. Looking outside 1 see that the snow has stopped, and the family will be home soon, breaking the silence with warm hello’s. There’s an ice cold Samuel Adams in the fridge and a properly frosted mug, so I guess this is as good a time as ever for a quiet toast. Won't you join me? "Here's to all the friends along the way. who share in the rustle of the good trees and the sweet song of the bow. May all your Journeying be merry and may your happiness and that of your families double with every well shot arrow. May you live an extra day for every arrow shot, by a child, in whose hand you placed his first bow." NOVEMBER-DECEMBER 1998
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BCY is pleased to introduce a completely new polyester bowstring specifically designed to give the traditional archer an improved product and to replace B500 and B50® bowstring. Benefits of this latest polyester material include: • Greater strength and less creep • High compatibility with all types of recurve and long bows Because PENN 66 bowstring is the same diameter as older brands such as B500 and B50. archers can use the same number of strands to get the same nock fit. Recommended servings are BCY’s No. 400 for ends and monofilament for centers, unless a braid is preferred, in which case BCY’s No. 62 is best. To quote Ray Browne, founder of BCY Fibers. “While it cannot compare with the no creep, no stretch material of450 Plus or DynaFlight ’97, PENN 66 is ideal for anyone who prefers a Dacron® type of material. PENN 66 is designed to give the more traditional archer an improved product." ® B50 is a registered trademark of Brownell & Co. ® Dacron is a registered trademark of Dupont. For information contact BCY, Inc., Fibers Division, P.O. Box 466, Dept. USA. South Lyme, CT 06376. Phone (860)4343126, Fax (860)434-0492. www.bcyfiber.com E-mail: bcyray@msn.com
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Oak Grove. LA - Recognized as the innovation leader in archery and bowhunting. Savage Systems recently introduced a patented Built-In Bow Ann Guard which is designed to protect shooters against misplacing their arm guard; against torque problems caused by inconsistent bow hand grip placement or arm positioning; and the uncomfortable all-day squeeze of elastic straps. “Our new Built-In Bow Arm Guard becomes a part of your bow,” says Huey Savage of Savage Systems,” and after you shoot with it attached to your bow just a few times, you will learn to depend on it. It provides steadier aiming with a unique brace point and fully protects your arm from bowstring slap. The smooth, slick surface of the guard protects the bowstring against abrasion and wear, too. Our Savage Built-In Bow Arm Guard insures that a baggy camo shirt or coat sleeve never gets into the path of the string. Small and compact, it takes up no extra space. At just 2 oz., it is quiet and lightweight and it mounts and adjusts easily on all AMO standard bows.” The Savage Built-In Bow Arm Guard fits any arm size and shooting style. It is excellent for target or hunting, carries a Lifetime Warranty and is available in the following configurations: ■ to mount on your existing cable rod (G1000) • to mount on a Savage cable rod (G1001) or
With more than 60 Zeiss lens choices and countless cross hair and fiber optic pin configurations, the Classic Scope from Classic Archery Products offers unmatched flexibility. This versatility allows archers to purchase just one scope and easily change it to meet indoor, 3-D and hunting requirements. In addition, the Classic Scope is the only sight available that combines fluorescent cross hairs and dual fiber optic pins to create a unique, foolproof distance-judging technique. It allows hunters to eliminate much of the guesswork and quickly fire an accurate, confident shot. The Classic Scope features hard anodized T6 aluminum construction. machined to exact tolerances. The lenses, by world-famous lens maker Carl Zeiss, are hydrophobic-coated to resist scratching and reflection (available in clear or amber; optical plastic or optical glass). Plus, each scope comes complete with a hood and integrated level. The Classic Scope is available in two sizes: Large (1 1/4" diameter), and Magnum (1 5/8" diameter). For more information contact Classic Archery Products, 580 Kirks Mill Rd., Dept. USA, Lincoln University, PA 19352-905). Phone (610)869-2877, Fax (610)869-2730. www.classicarchery.com.
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Finally! A bow system that grows with the archer. TWo sizes of risers and two sizes of limbs make the Optima" a bow that a six year old can start with, then upgrade as necessary until adulthood.
Machined aluminum risers and laminated recurve limbs attest to the fact that this bow is intended for serious competition, instead of the frustration of inconsistent results from a toy, this bow rewards young students for dedication and self improvement. The novice will typically start with the shorter riser and shorter limbs creating a 56" recurve bow. Replacing the limbs in the early teens will provide a comfortable transition with a 62" bow. As the archers matures to full height, the riser is exchanged for the i longer model and a full 66" bow. . 1 There are four draw weight choices for each limb length as well. A child could start with / an easy to draw 15 / pound bow and / move up in 5 pound Ji Increments to M 35 pounds as a he or she matures. Both risers are available in right or left hand, Polished Red or Polished Blue.
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PSE offers four different recurve hunting bows, two with machined alu minum risers, and one true longbow. The 62" PSE Sierra Hunter" features a deflexed aluminum riser in Brush' camo two plunger holes, accepts PSE twopiece quivers, and is available in 35 to 55
The 60" PSE Coyote' has an ultra reflexed aluminum riser in Brush' camo. This high tech recurve is available in 35 to 55 pound draw weights but its price and value will surely catch your eye. The 62" PSE Sable' is a beautiful laminated take down wooden recurve. The riser is the arrowrest and the grip; no add -ons necessary. Whether you pull 35pounds, 55 pounds, or anything in between, you’ll love the feel of this outstanding bow.
The 60" take down PSE impala' is fashioned from two laminated wood limbs and a one-piece hardwood riser. Available in right or left hand and 35 to 50 pound draw weights • a perfect introduction to archery. Before there was the recurve, there was the long bow. The PSE Marksman" harkens back to a time when old-growth forests were the only kind that existed. This beautiful work of art Is available In right or left hand, 50, 55, or 60 pound draw weight.
GENESIS SLEEP SYSTEMS The entire bag is insulated with Primaloft®. the single most thcrmallycfficient insulation known to man. And. all insulation is quilted so it can’t shift like the insulation in other bags. For unmatched comfort. Genesis is lined with "SuperSoft”. a 9.5 oz. fleeced polyolefin nap fiber that is exquisitely soft. wicks moisture and insulates. Combine this with single-needle tailoring (like fine clothing) and you have a bag that looks as great as it feels. For more information contact: Justin Charles A division of Mathews. Inc. 919 River Road, P.O. Box 367 Sparta. Wisconsin 54656 (608) 269-2728
The Genesis™ Sleep System is the solution to problems experienced with ordinary sleeping bags. Genesis™ by Justin Charles is a sleeping bag that is radically different from conventional bags. First, it has no zippers. so there’s nothing to get stuck or let cold air in. Instead, Genesis has an innovative Flap System that actually creates three bags in one. In mild temperatures, you can cover yourself with the bag’s outer flap. If it’s colder (down to 10° F), use the inner flap. Or if it's really chilly (down to -20° F), fold in both the inner and outer flaps. No other bag has offered this kind of adjustability. Genesis incorporates other features to create a complete sleep "system.’’ It includes an attached, custom-designed Primaloft® pillow that flips in for shorter people and flips out for taller sleepers. Its “Pad Pocket” design accommodates a comfortable foam sleeping pad (included) so the pad is guaranteed to stay underneath you throughout the night (self-inflating insulated pad optional). Plus. Genesis features a "Foot Pouch" that covers your feet for added warmth.
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Gold Medal Monsters Gold Medalist & Muzzy Products Field Advisor Rod White Enters Bowhunting Video Arena
Mt. Pleasant, IA Join 1996 Atlanta Summer Games archery gold medalist Rod White as he proves without a doubt that "paper punchers can shoot hair” dispelling the old myth in archery and
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bowhunting circles that target shooters and archcry competitors arc somehow disadvantaged when it comes to tackling the task of taking wild big game animals with the bow and arrow. Here is a solid hour of shooting and hunting, from black bears in Canada to elk and whitetails in the lower 48 states, led by gold medal shooter and Muzzy broadhead believer Rod While. Turkeys attacking decoys to bears over bait. Interviews with guides and commentary by such tireless archcry pros as Tim Strickland. "I used Muzzy broadheads on everything from squirrels to elk,” Rod White says about the hunting year he had after he picked up his gold medal and flashed his famous grin countless times on national television. "From difficult shots to rugged terrain, and in all kinds of weather, I can always count on Muzzy's timeless design for superior knock down power.” For information about Gold Medal Monsters, please contact North American Outdoors, Inc, Gold Medalist Productions. 603 Rosebud Ridge, Dept. USA, Mt. Pleasant, IA 52641. Phone (319)385-3875, Fax (319)385-2855. Muzzy Products, Inc., 110 Beasley Rd., Dept. USA, Cartersville. GA 30120. Phone (770)387-9300, Fax (770)386-1777. E-Mail: gomuzzy@aol.com.
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Tru-Flite Shooter Named APA Rookie of the Year
Monticello, IN - Tru-Flite shooter and National Champion Teain member John Dudley has been named 1998APA Rookie of the Year. Dudley earned the title by accumulating the highest number of points in the IBO. NABH, and the ASA. “I've been shooting competitively for five years," Dudley stated. “This is my first year using Tru-Flite, and my best shooting year ever." His team won seven of nine IBO/ NABH tournaments to earn the Manufacturer’s Championship. "I went to Frank Pearson’s School and he recommended Tru-Flite arrows,” Dudley added. "I’m using Tru-Flite’s Pro Series arrows with Easton X7 2312 aluminum shafts. What really impresses me about Tru-Flite is that there is never a ‘flier’ in the box. When I get a dozen arrows they’re always exactly the same, and that really has improved my shooting.” For more information on the complete line of Tru-Flite arrows, contact John Gooding, President, Tru-Flite Arrow Company, P. O. Box 746, Dept. USA, Monticello, IN 47960. Phone 800-348-2224, Fax (219)583-9271. Internet: www.tru-flite.com E-mail: arrows@pwnc.com
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Tru-Flite Arrows Dominate the 1998 Cabela’s NABH Championship
Monticello, IN - Tru-Flite shooters dominated the 1998 Cabela’s NABH Championships. July 31 in Knoxville. TN. Colin Boothe, of Harrisonburg. LA, used Tru-Flite Pro Series arrows with Easton X7 2512 aluminum shafts to win the Pro Men’s Open Division with a two day scores of494. “1 got the arrows two days prior to the shoot," Boothe states. "I shot them that afternoon and they grouped perfectly. On the first day of the tournament. 1 shot the highest score. I was really driving those 12’s up and my shooting couldn't have been any better. That’s because Tru-Flite arrows are the best you can buy. I’ve been working in an archery shop for eleven years and I stock only Tru-Flite. because I know I can’t build a better arrow. If you want the best results, shoot the best equipment. When you walk up to the line with TruFlite arrows you have total confidence.” With an additional NABH win by George Dixon, Tru-Flite arrows dramatically outperformed the competition. Dixon posted a two day total of480 to capture the Pro Men's Senior title.
Tru-Flite Dominates Accuracy Test Monticello, IN - Tru-Flite arrows were recently tested against six competitors in an independent accuracy test conducted by Arizona Applied Engineering, Inc. Each arrow ordered for the test was a standard production model randomly selected from stock. All arrows were 2413 Easton^: XX78 SuperSlam shafts, 31” in length, and featured Easton Super Uni Nocks. vane fletching, Easton aluminum inserts and 125 grain field points. Using a stringent test protocol, arrows were assigned random numbers to ensure complete impartiality. Arrows were then fired from a precision shooting machine at a target distance of 50 yds. Tru-Flight arrows delivered superior accuracy, and groups that were dramatically tighter than all other arrows tested. This recent accuracy test reinforces the findings of an independent test performed in 1997. and proves that Tru-Flight arrows are the most accurate in the world. For an in-depth explanation of test procedures and results, or more information on the complete line of Tru-Flite arrows. contact John Gooding. President. Tru-Flite Arrow Company. P O. Box 746. Dept. USA. Monticello. IN 47960. Phone 800-348-2224, Fax (219)583-9271. Internet: www.tru-flite.com E-mail: arrows@pwrtc.com
NAA IndoorTrial New Venue in Houston, Texas The World Indoor trials will be held January 15-17, 1999 in the Sheraton Astrodome Hotel, 8500 Kirby and the 610 Loop, phone (800)552-0942. The hotel has a Delta counter. Dollar Counter, complete gift shop. game room, gym, restaurant, and bar in the hotel. The event will be held in the San Jacinto room. The trial will follow a very similar format to the 1997 World Target Team trial. Entry has been set at S40. Information and entry forms will be published in the next
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these bows is now known as Bo-Tuff, worldwide. Other products he helped develop and promote were the Glashaft and Graphlcx arrow shaft, Gordon Skylights, and decorative acrylic windows for churches and restaurants. The love for the outdoors, hunting and fishing must have started when he was growing up in Torrington, Wyoming, where he and his brothers were scouts under their fathers leadership. love and free guide service throughout the Medicine Bow Mountains. He loved to fly fish and was what I considered an expert at this sport. I could never figure out how he could fly fish a brushy stream and never get his tackle caught in the trees or brush. Dad introduced anyone who would tag along to some of the best bowhunting spots in the western states. Although we never harvested any of those huge mule deer bucks we used to see and shoot at, I can certainly say that my most memorable times as a boy were spent with my dad somewhere in northern Nevada. He used to put some great primitive camps together. He retired from Gordon Plastics in 1980 and relocated to Cody. WY, where we would visit and be introduced to some new hunting and fishing spots. When dad was 71 years young he harvested a Pope & Young cougar just outside of Cody. With his brothers, Don and George, he was inducted into the California Archery Hall of Fame on January 1994 for their contribution to enhancing the archery bow limb as we know it today with high strength fiberglass products. Dave had a passion for his work, the great outdoors, many friends and family who will all miss him dearly, but realize he has found another great camping spot. We’ll all have to wait a while before joining him in this glorious camp. THE U.S. and INTERNATIONAL ARCHER
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People and Places Barrie Archery Signs Dave Holt and Randy Ulmer to Staff! Bruce Barrie, President of Barrie Archery, makcrofthe famous Rocky Mountain Broadhead line recently announced that company had signed stare Dave Holt and Randy Ulmer to the Barrie Pro Staff. Through 40 years of bowhunting. starting al age 10. Dave Holt has become a stellar example of what the modem bowhunter should be. One of the most respected and admired professionals in the archcry industry. Dave is acknowledged as being a recognized expert on bowhunting equipment and techniques He has conducted some of the foremost Dave Holt research projects on arrow velocity, kinetic energy and broadhead penetration. As Technical Editor for Botvhunter Magazine. Dave is also one of the country's foremost coaches on controlling target panic/buck fever while also leaching archery at the Colorado School of Bowhunting. A successful bowhunter in every respect. Dave has taken major game animals in North America and Africa, many finding their way into the Pope & Young Record Book. His book. Balanced Bowhunting, released in 1988 has sold over 30,000 copies.
Randy Ulmer has literally rewritten the record books when it comes to putting an arrow in the "X". Since 1990 he has become one of archery’s most dynamic. successful champions. Three time #1 Ranked Pro. IBO World Champion. FITA World Field Champion. ASA World Champion, three time APA Shooter of the Year, three time IBO Triple Crown Champion, two time NABH Champion and Shooter of the Year and 3-D and Target Archcry, Shooter of the Year. On top of this, Randy writes a monthly column for Bowhuntcr and Petersen \ Randy Ulmer Bowhunting Magazine and a tips column for the Bowhunting.Net w eb site. An avid and equally successful bowhuntcr. Randy also has a number of trophies listed in Pope & Young. From trophy whitctail to massive elk. moose and mulie. Randy has the knack for bowhunting success to match his success at the range. The consummate archer, Randy through his actions and friendly, outgoing personality continues to be a credit to the sport of competitive archcry and bowhunting. Said Bruce Barrie, “Our goal has always been to make the best products and surround ourselves with the best people. No one could ever ask for two better people than Dave Holt and Randy Ulmer."
For more information contact Barrie Archcry • P.O. Box 482. Dept. USA Waseca. MN 56093 Phone (507)835-3859, Fax (507)835-5097. Also on the Internet at: www.bowhunting.net
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The Wenberg Family: Left Mark and Tammie are both experienced archers. Right: Daniel, the newest family member, is right on target.
Industry veteran Mark Wenberg is the new Product Manager at C.S. Gibbs Corporation, makers of the popular SURE-LOC sights and sighting attachments.
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“We're pleased as can be to have Mark with us." reported Steve Gibbs, company founder. "It's not often you have the opportunity to hire someone with his background in archery, overall technical expertise and people skills."
Wenberg will oversee C.S. Gibbs' assembly, warehouse, shipping and customer service departments, as well as assist with research and development. Before joining C.S. Gibbs, Wenberg was with PSE for seven years. He served in the company’s warranty, field promotions and customer service departments, and was an instructor for the company's dealer school. “I’m happy to be a part of C.S. Gibbs," said Wenberg. 'T’ve always believed in their products, and I'm really looking forward to helping this company grow." Archery has always been a big part of Wenberg's life. He’s a seasoned bowhuntcr and tournament shooter. Mark's wife, Tammie, is an accomplished 3-D shooter. She recently graced the cover of 3-D Times Magazine. The couple’s four-month-old son, Daniel, is already taking part in the family’s love of archery. One of the first things, Mark and Tammie bought for their son was a bow! For more information contact C.S. Gibbs Corp., 592 Quality Lane, Dept. USA, South Beloit, IL 61080. Phone (815)624 -4130, Fax (815)624-1134. THE U.S. and INTERNATIONAL ARCHER
Bowhunters Hall of Fame Honors Tom Jennings The Directors of the Bowhunters Hall of Fame™ like to honor past Charter Hall of Fame Inductees like Tom Jennings. Tom, along with other past inductees like Fred Bear, Saxton Pope, Art Young and Doug Walker, were previously inducted and recognized as Charter Bowhunter Hall of Famers by a national slate of 327 voting inductors. All past inductees have also been permanently enshrined in the NBHF’s very prestigious "Salute Io Bowhunling Legends of the Twentieth Century®." For information write to the Bowhunters Hall of Fame, P. O. Box 511, Dept. NFA, Squaw Valley, CA 93675. Phone (209)332-2535.
Tom Jennings is presented with the NBHF Gold Medalion and Plaque, presented on behalf of the NGHF Directors by Ted Nugent at the 1998 NFAA National Indoor Championships.
Mathews Appoints Derek Phillips as new Field Staff Manager Derek Phillips, a long-time Pro Class competitor and bowhunter, became Mathews' Field StafTManagcr in April, 1998. As Manager, Derek will oversee Mathews’ Pro Staff Shooter who compete in national Pro-class archery competition. According to Phillips, “Mathews Pro Staffers arc more than shooters, they're like sales reps. No one has better buyer contact. and no one is better prepared to demonstrate Mathews products." For that reason. Mathews takes great care of their shooters. From delivering equipment to writing contracts, Mathews invests heavily in their shooter program. In addition to managing the Pro Staff Shooters, Derek Phillips will also coordinate programs with Semi-pro and Open competitors, industry writers and Mathews retailers (who feature shooter programs within their own shops). For more information contact Derek Phillips, Mathews Archery, Inc., 919 River Rd., P.O. Box 367, Dept. USA, Sparta, Wl 54656. Phone (608)269-2728.
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The feelings of winning an IBO World Championship, which is the largest, most prestigious tournament, makes all the hard work worthwhile. It’s hard to explain but if you’re a deer hunter and you can imagine taking the largest deer or buck you’ve ever seen in your life or if you’re a wild turkey hunter and just taken a wild turkey with a 3” set of spurs and a 16" beard, this can give you a pretty good feeling of accomplishment. That’s kind of what it feels like winning the IBO World. As I said, hard work is essential however you need top of the line equipment also. Of course, my Mathews bow M21 performs better for me than any bow I've ever used. 1 practice from 1 -4 hours a day. I’ll shot from I -200 arrows
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at a spot target at 50 yards then I’ll shoot 20-40 3-D animals. Then I’ll take my Bushnell Rangefinder and walk into the woods and just judge trees, bushes, whatever happens to be there and try to spend an equal amount of time and effort on judging as I do on shooting.
Do you feel that they arc equal skills? Oh. yes. In 3-D archery, being able to shoot a bow accurately is real important, but you can be the best shooter in the world but if you don't know how far the target is you’re not going to hit it. So whenever you go to 3-D archery, particularly when you have to judge yardage then it’s just as important to judge yardage and learn to judge yardage accurately as it is to shoot accurately. Again. I mentioned equipment. I feel you need top of the line, good equipment but more important than that you need equipment that fits you. I recommend going to an archery pro shop that deals in archery only and 9 times out of 10 you will find that they’ll spend more time with you and get you set up more personally and make your equipment your draw length your release everything fit you as an individual which will make you more accurate. Do you feel that for each person that their physical strength and their stature, everything comes into this? Oh absolutely. Like 1 said if you go to a pro shop, there’s a few exceptions, where you have a full line sporting goods dealer that has his archcry dept, separate and has somebody that will take the time to really set you up but they are very few and far between. Where you really get the personalized help is from an archery dealer only. It's all that they do and they’ll make sure that you are set up with equipment to fit you so you can perform best with your equipment. Do you feel a group of professional archers could be doing more seminars at tournaments or would it hurt their shooting? Well, no 1 don't think it would hurt the shooting any and it would help archery in general.
That's what I was thinking. I know I heard that there is a decline in attendance for all tournaments. I’ll tell you another reason for that too, Arlyne, I've done a lot of research on that. I don’t know if you read the article I put in 3-D Times or not. I think some of the reason that we have lost some of our attendance is that we have gotten 5 or 6 or 10 guys that are out there doing it for a living and they have gotten so far above the average shooter that then the average shooter doesn't feel like they can compete with them. So we arc starting to lose shooters as a result of that because the scores arc so far apart and the reason that the scores are so far apart is because of the 12 ring. Now
if we eliminate the 12 ring and go back to just a 10 ring, you can go back and look at any tournament and look at the results where a 12 rings are involved from 1 st to 30th place there is a 30 to 60 point spread between 1st and 30th place. Now you take the same exact tournament eliminate the I2’s and then come up with the score and you arc coming up with a 12-15 point spread 1st to 30lh place. If we take away a person’s paycheck and then we take away their hope then we're going to take them away. So I think that we need to do something to get our scores closer together and the thing that will do that the very quickest is what the IBO is doing and that is eliminate the 12 ring. They took time to look back and research it. I was a president of an archery club here and whenever the new McKenzie targets came out or we reduced the size of the kill we started losing shooters and 1 went back through my records and every single time we reduced the size of the kill the total attendance numbers went down. We still had the same winners winning but the attendance went down because then we took away the people's hope as the scores gap got further and further apart. It was so obvious in all my attendance records that this was what was happening. Do you think there should be pro shoots and amateur shoots or they arc already divided by classes? They are already divided The thing we have to do is get the score back closer. Let’s face it, you take 30-60 points, that’s a Grand Canyon, but if a man is 12 points. That's the difference in a man shooting a 5 and bam you're within 2 points of the top guy Do you have a technique to prevent release panic? The technique that 1 use more than anything else is to take the sight off the bow and shoot at a blank bow without a sight and just feel the form. Shoot and release and make sure that you take away the fear of missing the target. I do an awful lot ofshooting with a blank bale and no sight. Sheri Bumbarger, said she uses 2 releases all the time, she said I have to do that in order to keep the target panic in the background. I do that also. But right now I have a Chappy Boss Tru Ball Releases you can shoot with the little finger or the thumb and if you just squeeze both at the same time you don't know which one is setting it off. So that new one that Tru Ball has come out with is really a big, big panic fighter. The way that I use it is whenever you cock it and you draw it back you lightly put your thumb and your little finger on each of the triggers and you just start squeezing and you don’t know which one of them is setting it off because they arc both set up with exact same tension and you can’t tell which one is setting it off.
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Secondly, keep in mind that in its most simplistic definition archery is just the act of shooting arrows out a bow. Nothing in this definition suggests this goal needs to be achieved with a compound or recurve, sights or barebow, fingers or release, at "spots” or animals, at marked or unmarked distances, indoors or outdoors, etc., etc. It's not necessary to knock one form of archery just because it’s not the style you wish to participate in. To me archery is just archery. That’s part of the reason I enjoyed competing in the NFAA’s Champion of Champions contests and the various NAA (FITA) tournaments because it involved various aspects of archery. While 1 may have preferred some types over others, after having participated and observed competitors at each you learn to appreciate the different skills necessary to be competitive. In fact, 1 think you’ll find that it’s fun to experiment with different styles and disciplines of archery. If you’re into shooting unmarked 3D try a field round sometime and vice versa or if you shoot a compound bow borrow someone’s recurve sometime and shoot a few arrows - likewise for you recurve shooters. Most of us are just into this for the fun anyway, so enjoy.
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Age: 21 Sponsor(s): Hoyt USA. X-Ring Archery. Easton, Carter Releases, Sure-Loc Sights, Super Scope. BCY 450+. Flex Fletch Bow: Hoyt Striker Carbon +4 with Command Cams, 54 pounds Arrows: Outdoors: ACE 520,27” with 90 grain points. Flex Fletch 200 vanes. Indoors: X7 2512.30" with 80 grain points. Trueflight 4" R\V Feathers. Bow Sight: Sure-Loc Shorty Lite with upper cable guard. Indoors. Super Scope with 6X lens. Outdoors, Super Scope with 4X lens. Bow String: BCY 450+, 14 strands. Type of Release: Carter BK target with ADS Knob Arrow Rest: Golden Key Premier with Launcher blade Binoculars/Scope: Pentax 12x50 Stabilizer: X-Ring I have been shooting ever since 1 can remember. I started out hunting with my father and then started shooting some local tournaments. Then I started going to the ASA, IBO and NABH 3D tournaments. My first big win on the 3D circuit was at the Georgia ASA in Men’s Semi Pro in 1997. I spent most of 1997 at these tournaments. In 1998 I turned my attention to target tournaments. 1 attended Indy, Las Vegas, and then 1 set my sights on the NAA Indoor Nationals. It worked out well. While winning the Men’s Senior Compound division, 1 also set a new Indoor National record of 1184 inner ten. That was the start to a great year. From there I went on to win the NFAA Marked 3D Nationals and placed 3rd at Redding. NAA Field National Championships and
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World Field Trials in Utah were next. 1 placed 4th at the Nationals and was able to take the number two spot behind Jeff Button on the World Team. The week before I was to go to Austria to represent the United States at the 16th World FITA Field Championships I went to Minnesota to the NFAA Outdoor Nationals. After a long week of shooting with some of the best archers in the U.S. I managed to walk away with 1st place in the Men’s Pro Freestyle division. From here it was on to Austria. Austria was an experience 1 will never forget. After shooting with the world’s best archers for five days it came down to a sudden death shoot off for the Gold. In a sport where fractions of an inch make the difference I came home with the Silver medal. Concentration, good mental skills and the ability to block everything else out combined with good practice, the best equipment and the desire to win are things that most contribute to my success. Championships Won in 1998: NAA Indoor Nationals - Compound NFAA Outdoor Nationals - Pro NFAA Marked 3D Nationals-Freestyle Indy Shootout - MBO
Training schedule: My training schedule consists of 30-40 minutes of shooting for form. Then it depends on what I’m shooting indoors 1 shoot a 600 round for score with no practice ends in the morning then in the evening I will shoot another 600 round for score, always for score. Outdoors I will start out close, 20 yards, and work my way back to 80 yards in 5 yard increments and then from 80 back to 20 in the same manner shooting 15-20 arrows per distance. Then in the evening I do the same thing, I always run a mental program before each arrow and run a recap program after each arrow to review the shot.
Can you explain in detail how you set
up, aim and execute a shot? When I set up on the shot I first clear my mind then run my mental program, focus on the center of the target, level my bow to
the target, draw the bow straight to the target, maintain eye contact with the target, anchor, focus through the peep, center my dot in my peep, look through my dot to the target, maintain total focus on the target, let the dot float and very often stop dead solid then my subconscious mind causes my back muscles to contract and execute the shot. Followed by a recap program to review
the shot another x. What got you started in archery and what drew you from 3-D to the other forms of target archery? Well my father got me started in archcry through bow hunting at age 4 maybe 5, I don't know, I just remember always having a bow in my hands. The thing that drew me from 3-D to target was the fact that there is a lot less luck in target everybody knows the distance, everybody can sec the middle, and only the best can hit it
every time. Does one form of competition compliment the other? What techniques are challenged most in each type of competition (i.e. target, 3-D, etc.)? No, I do not think one compliments the other. In 3-D you have to be able to estimate distance and know where the 12 ring is after you put down your binoculars. Those are, in my opinion, your most challenged techniques in 3-D. 1 don’t feel form and good mental programming are very challenged in the 3-D game because I’ve seen some people with some very poor form and mental preparedness win a lot of 3-D's. With target 1 feel it’s a little different, the ability to estimate distance is not important nor is the ability to know where the middle is because you can sec it. But the ability to maintain good shooting form and good mental skills are probably the most important things in the target game.
Do you have any tips for our readers? The only advice I can offer is know what your goals are in archcry, focus on the aspects of those goals, practice on your shooting form, the ability to subconsciously execute a shot, and establish a good mental program before and after the shot.
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Shane Johnson is Appointed Hoyt's New National Account Services Manager Shane Johnson, previously Assistant Sales Manager, has been promoted to National Account Services Manager for Hoyt USA. Johnson's responsibilities will extend to cover Hoyt's Account Services department and more interaction with Hoyt's Sales Staff. Johnson has four years of experience with Hoyt. He first started with the company in 1994 in the Customer Service department and after 2 1/2 years of experience in this division, Johnson was promoted to Assistant Sales Manager under current Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Jeff Edwards. "His current promotion,” says Edwards, “is due to the fact that Shane has experience in both the sales and customer service positions and is always willing to go the extra mile. He represents what we want out of our Account Services department." Johnson sees this promotion as a great opportunity, "1 know I can really have an impact in this position. I have already decreased the "hold time” for incoming calls and I expect the service department at Hoyt to only get better."
Hoyt Welcomes Todd Erickson Hoyt USA welcomes on board Todd Erickson. Erickson takes on the responsibilities of Controller for Hoyt USA. Erickson comes to Hoyt with a wealth of experience, mainly in the high tech industries. Erickson previously worked for 3COM, a six billion dollar in sales corporation, as Assistant Controller.
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Todd Erickson "I'm really happy to be part of a world class operation like Hoyt,” says Erickson. “I have always followed this company and this industry. I'm so glad to finally be a part of it." Erickson is active in all different types of sports. and looks forward to adding archery to the list. "Todd brings a great deal of enthusiasm, pride and energy to the controller position.” says Randy Walk, President of Hoyt. "His experience and talent will unquestionably help guide our organization forward, and ensure our financial strength.
Denise Parker Heads Up Hoyt USA's Public Relations Denise Parker, two time Olympian and current editor of Archery Focus magazine was hired on a part-time basis to help Hoyt USA in their Public Relations department. Parker brings a lot of public relations expenence to Hoyt. Since making the Olympic team at the age of 14. she has been dealing with the press on a constant basis. In addition to personal experience. Parker previously worked for the advertising agency. Penna Powers Cutting and Haynes, in the Public Relations and Advertising departments. Currently. Parker is the editor of the international publication Archery Focus. “I'm happy to be able to work with the company from an ‘internal' position. I'm really excited about the plans we have." Jeff Edwards. Vice President of Sales and Marketing is excited too, "Denise brings a lot of experience to our company with her shooting and her advertising and public relations background,” says Jeff Edwards. "She will be a great asset to the company."
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Hoyt USA Hits a Home Run with their Youth Archery Program Early this spring Hoyt USA. a leader in youth archcry promotion, put together a plan to “grow the sport of archery” by teaching archery dealers how to start and organize youth programs in their area. Mike Gerrard, head of the program, gave a one day presentation to all attendees. Dunng the seminar, the attendees were certified as a Level One Instructor under the NAA (National Archery Assn.) criteria and were given the keys to help form their own clubs. The program was a huge success. In seven seminars, conducted across the United States, over 25 new clubs were started with 82 new coaches certified as NAA Level One Instructors! At last count, over 30% of the new coaches had already signed up to take a Level Two Instructors course. Kevin Jones of the Outdoor Sportsman in Spokane, WA said with enthusiasm. "For anyone wishing to start a youth program, the seminar was packed with enough information to get someone started in the right direction." Since attending the seminar, seven staff members of Outdoor Sportsman have gone on to achieve NAA Level Two Instructor status. Hoyt’s commitment to growing the sport through giving youth the opportunity to participate in the sport of archcry is further demonstrated by their recent acquisition of Seneca, a company known for their youth bows.
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Butch Johnson and Janet Dykman Named Archery Athletes of the Year October 16,1998 Colorado Springs, CO - The National Archery Association of the United States has selected Butch Johnson (Woodstock, CT) and Janet Dykman (El Monte, CA) as its male and female Athletes of the Year for 1998. The NAA also selected the trio of Johnson, Justin Huish (Simi Valley. CA) and Rod White (Hermitage. PA) as its Team of the Year. All selections are now eligible for the United States Olympic Committee’s Athlete and Team of the Year awards. Johnson won both the individual and team gold medals at the prestigious Tournament of Nations in Germany this past June. He defeated a field of 89 archers that included 14 of the top 20 archers in the world. Johnson then teamed with fellow 1996 Olympic gold medalists Huish and White to win the team event, defeating 15 other countries. For his performance, Johnson was named USOC Athlete of the Month for June.
Johnson was ranked in the top six in the world the entire year, achieving the #1 ranking on July 1. He is currently ranked fourth in the world and first in the U.S. Johnson also captured his fourth straight national indoor title, setting a national record of 1183 (out of a possible 1200). He won the Arizona Cup and placed second at the Gold Cup, third at the U.S. Open and fifth at the National Target Championships. This marks Johnsons first NAA Athlete of the Year honor. Dykman earns her fourth consecutive NAA Athlete of the Year award. She won her third straight National Target Championship in August, and also captured the Arizona Cup on her way to earning the # 1 ranking in the U.S. Dykman placed 30th at the Czech Grand Prix in July amidst a field of 77 that included 14 of the world’s top 20 archers. She is currently ranked #25 in the world.
Janet Dykman Age: 44 Sponsor(s): Yamaha Bow: Yamaha Super Feel Forged, 39 pounds Arrows: Easton X-10, Spin-Wing vanes Sight: Shibuya - Carbon with sight ring BowString: Fast-Flight, 16 strands Type ofTab: Cavalier (Ledge), Super Leather Arrow Rest: Yamaha Cushion Plunger: Beitcr Scope: Baush & Lomb Stabilizer: Doinker Quiver: Gumby, Netherlands
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How to Set Up an Olympic Round for Your JOAD Club by Bud Simon, JOAD Club Leader and National Judge Each year I have between 130 & 150 archers registered to shoot our Pennsylvania State JOAD Indoor Championship. We have been shooting the Olympic (Elimination) Round for three years now and everyone enjoys it. Below is detailed how 1 set it up and run it. Use first half scores to set-up the Olympic Round matches. Top four archers in each division compete in the O.R. Intermediate, Junior, Cadet and Pre-Cadet; Male/Female; Recurve/Compound. Two archers per target, shoots three ends of three arrows for a total of nine arrows. Winners move on and shoot two ends of three arrows for a total of six arrows to decide Champion. Ties are broken by the one-arrow shoot-off. While the archers arc shooting the second half of the Championship Round, 406
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BEST!!!!! Physically Challenged Bowhunters of America, Inc. Drew McCartney, President of the Physically Challenged Bowhunters of America (PCBA, Inc.), is proud to announce the election of new board members M.R. James and Dr. Dave Samuel. The election took place at the April 22,1998 annual meeting of the PCBA held at the home of Billy Ellis in Mississippi. M.R. and Dr. Dave have both been with Bowhunter Magazine since its inception. In addition, they have served on the National Bowhunter Education Foundation and both are presently on the board of the Pope and Young Club. Mr. McCartney states that “the goal of the PCBA is to help the many physically challenged get into the woods to bowhunt. Some have bow hunted before their disability and need the help and
encouragement that other disabled bowhunters can provide. Others have never hunted and bowhunting can provide the sei f confidence needed to help them get their lives back on track. We feel that M.R. James and Dave Samuel can provide leadership and recognition to help the PCBA reach our goals.”
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Hoyt USA Invites of its Promotional Staff to the Unveiling of the 1999 Product Line! Salt Lake City, UT - This year, the employees at Hoyt are as proud of the new product line as they have ever been. Because of this, Hoyt invited members of its Promotional Staff to Salt Lake City for the unveiling of the 1999 product line. The staff was presented the new product at the same time it was introduced to Hoyt's sales force. The staff was given an opportunity to meet the employees at Hoyt USA, take a tour of the plant and attend a technical
seminar given by one of Hoyt’s top engineers. “It was great to be able to get a head start on the 1999 product. I know more about the product line and its features this year than any other year. 1 learned more than just what bows were new, I learned about the technology and the Hoyt difference,” says David McCullough, a member of Hoyt's 1998 Pro Staff. “1 feel it was an honor to attend.” Hoyt USA invited members of its Promotional Staff because of their invaluable field experience. "Our shooters and advisors are an invaluable asset to our company,” says Jeff Edwards, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Hoyt USA. “We felt like they should get the opportunity to view the product line and provide input.” "We, the shooters, were treated as a valued asset for Hoyt's plans for 1999,” says Dave Townsend, 1998 Pro Staff shooter, "and because of that, we came away with a very positive attitude for the upcoming year." For more information contact Hoyt USA, 543 Neil Armstrong Rd., Dept. USA, Salt Lake City, UT 84116. Phone (801 )3632990 or Fax (801)537-1470. 407
NAA National Champion Sally Wunderle
Age: 21 Sponsor(s): Martin, Chek-It, Brunton, Golden Key, Super Scope Bow: Martin Pride, 48 pounds Arrows: Easton ACC and 10X with Flex Fletch or Spin Wing vanes Bow Sight: Chek It 9000 with Super Scope Type of Release: Stanislawski Arrow Rest: Golden Key Platinum Binoculars/Scope: Brunton Stabilizer: Shibuya Describe your daily training routine: During the summer the days that 1 practice I usually run 34 days a week however long 1 feel like. Then with the practice 1 shoot at a blank target and work on nothing but form and a lot of mental imagery. Before bed, when my mind is clearest, I perform mental imagery, or any time I am just sitting around 1 will practice mental imagery. 1 do a lot of stomach crunches to strengthen my abs. I tend to lean over when 1 shoot so when they are stronger I tend to shoot better. I shoot from 1-8 hours a day anything from one or two FITA’s or Olympic Rounds (OR) or just specific distances working on whatever I need to improve. Who is your coach and what does he do for your archery? My father's my coach. He does everything for my archery. He’s able to pick out what I am doing right or wrong. I know it is always hard to work with a father but it has been the best coach/athlete combination for me. 1 am able to trust him because I know he will do the best for my archery. What are your goals for the next year: I have so many ... to get the most out of practice, whatever tournament I go to I want to know that I’ve shot the best I could have shot, to help encourage other athletes to do the same. Tournament wise, I want to make USAT again, and the World Championships. I want to have fun!!! 408
What do you do for mental preparation: Imagery and a lot of positive thinking. 1 think if you walk into a tournament and know you will shoot well, you will shoot well. It's just about being prepared. The best tournaments 1 shoot 1 am fully prepared, my equipment is right and I know I am ready. Editor’s Note: Sally was invited to assist at the unveiling of German artist Manfred Scharpf’s collection at the New York Athletic Club. Sally was to complete his painting of the goddess. Diana, who was portrayed aiming her arrow at the sun. The sun, made of gold, had a white center only a little over one inch in diameter and Sally was to shoot three arrows over the course of five days to land in the center of the white. Her first shot on Wednesday was one centimeter off. “I’m picky,” she said, “I wanted it perfect, but I’ll make it up on Sunday.” On Sunday the collection was scheduled for its final showing at the Intrepid Sea-Air Space Museum, Sally was to shoot the remaining two arrows into the white center which she did!! Following is a recollection that came from that day ... Most Memorable Experience: When I was getting ready to shoot, there was a gentleman behind me who was very nervous. 1 thought, man, why is he so nervous, I’m the one who’s taking the S200.000 shot. And so 1 shot and he was greatly relieved. I found out that he was not nervous about the painting but the original Tiffany clock sitting on a mantle directly over the painting! Message for our readers: Set your goals, work hard toward them, believe you can achieve them and you will. When I say goals, I don’t mean to go to a tournament and say I want to win ... say, “I want to shoot my best archery form.”
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1st woman archer in the world, Elif has been a member of the T urkish National team since 1989. Her international debut came in 1991 in Italy. She cites fellow archer KIM Sun-Young as the being the most influential person in her athletic career. Her long-term goal is to attend Sports University in Turkey. Elif enjoys playing tennis and volleyball... Kim Kyung-Wook KOR,18-Apr-70 Individual and Team Double Olympic Gold Medallist in Atlanta. Kim broke the world record in October 1995 in the 72 Arrow Ranking Round event. She started competing in archery at the age of 12 and has been a member of the Korean National team for 6 years. Kim credits her parents as the most influential people in her athletic career. 1 ler international debut came in 1988 at the Asian Cup where the Korean Women's team took 1st place. Kim enjoys window-shopping, perfume collecting, swimming and, skiing...
He Ying CHN, 17-Apr-77 Individual Olympic Silver Medallist in Atlanta. HE Ying is a student. She shoots with a Hoyt Avalon and A/C/E arrows. Elena Sadovnycha UKR,4-nov-67 Individual Olympic Bronze Medallist in Atlanta. Elena began competing in archery at the age of 14 and has been a member of the Ukraine National team for 3 years. Her international debut came in 1991 at the International Tournament in Finland where she took 4th place. She cites her parents and her first coach as the most influential people in her athletic career. She graduated in 1989 with a degree in coaching from the State University of Physical Education and Sport. Elena has one son named Oleksiy and a cat named Paramon. She enjoys knitting. Her hobbies are sports, swimming,...
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Inc. Number of years shooting: 7 years Bow: Hoyt Striker with Proforma Cam, 53 pounds. 27 1/2” draw length. Carbonitc limbs Arrow: Bcman ICS 500.26" long. 70 grain Flite Mate points. 1 1/2" Flex-Fletch vanes. ACC .98 nocks Sight: Custom Bow Equipment with Custom Bow Equipment 3x scope Bow String: Brownell Fast Flight 2000,20 strands, served with BCY Polygrip Type of Release: I use two releases, the Stanislawski Mirage and a Scott Little Goose. During my shooting career I have experienced target panic. My method of curing it is to practice with my Stanislawski back tension release and then I can switch to the Scott during tournaments. I don’t think you ever really are cured of target panic once you have experienced it. Arrow Rest: New Archery QuikTune Binoculars/Scope: Vivitar Stabilizer: New Balance by Toxonics
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Justin Iluish USA,9-Jan-75 Individual and Team Double Olympic Gold Medallist in Atlanta, Justin lives in California and just loves to shoot. His special look gave him the nickname of the "The Agassi of Archery". His way of involving the spectators in the finals made the Archery competition much more attractive to the public and the media. His next goal is to become World Champion in Victoria. Huish was introduced to the sport of archery by his father at the age of 14 and has been a member of the US National team for 3 years. His international debut came in 1992 at the Junior European Championships where Justin finished in first in the FITA Round. Justin broke the National Record in the FITA Round in 1995 at the US Outdoor Nationals. Huish holds state records in the 30m, 40m, 50m and 60m distances. In his free time he plays the guitar and plays with his dog named Bear.
Magnus Pctcrsson SWE, 17-Jun-75 Individual Olympic Silver Medallist in Atlanta. He came to the Olympic Games as World Indoor Champion and World Record Holder and proved that he is one of the best archers in the World. Petersson has a great sense of sportsmanship and he is a great competitor. Magnus tried his hand at
archery at the age of 10 because it looked like an interesting sport. Pctcrsson has been a member of the Sweden National team for 4 years. Magnus broke the World Record in the 25m distance in 1993 and the 18m distance in 1995 as well as the National Record in the FITA Round in 1994. He works as a carpenter and enjoys weightlifting, mountain biking, and pistols... Oh Kyo-Moon KOR,2-Mar-72 Individual Olympic Bronze Team Medallist and Team Olympic Silver Medallist in Atlanta. He is the number one ranked archer in the world and he was bronze medallist at the 95 World Championships in Djakarta. Indonesia. Oh started in archery at the age of 13 and has been a member of the Korean National team for 3 years. His international debut came al the Seoul International Tournament where OH took 1st place as a member of Korea's Men's Team. Oh won the 2nd Masters in France after shooting a thrilling match in the 1/2 finals against Magnus Petersson. They shot both perfect scores including the three tie-breaking arrows. Oh won it on 0.5mm. He is currently studying at the Korean Physical Science Education College and he loves to read books in his free time.
Tony Aulicino Dominates the Semi-Pro Division in Erie Erie, PA, June 14th - Reflex Staff Shooter, Tony Aulicino of Natrona Heights, PA, dominated the Semi-Pro division at the 2nd let of the IBO Triple Crown held in Eric, PA. Tony not only outscored the Semi-Pro competitors, but his score of394 was higher than any of the Pro’s scores. To top off Aulicino's weekend, his REFLEX team took their first win and moved into first place for the overall team standings. Having scores higher than the Pros has been a familiar compliment to Aulicino this year. “It’s all starting to come together,” claims Aulicino. “1 feel really good about my shooting and I'm really looking forward to turning Pro next year.”
Aulicino won’t have to turn Pro alone. His ever-growing in popularity REFLEX team, including Tony Tazza and John Horvath, will all be turning Pro this next year after completely dominating the SemiPro team division. The REFLEX team has been following in Aulicino’s footsteps by out-shooting the Pro team’s scores. This same team has been shooting together for three years now and has compiled two National Championships and a possible third this year. "It’s great to be part of a team like we have,” says Aulicino, “we really thrive off each other.” For information contact Hoyt USA, 543 N. Neil Armstrong Rd., Dept. USA. Salt Lake City, UT 84116. Phone (801 )363-2990. Fax (801)537-1470.
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