The Archery Parent Podcast

What happens when helping your Archer means knowing when not to step in? And how do you support a young athlete through the tough stuff without accidentally making things harder?

In this episode, I'm joined by Jarryd Greitschus, founder of Rogue Archery in Australia, for a conversation that takes us from a 40-hour journey to the Youth World Championships in Winnipeg to the everyday challenges of raising an Archer in a sport that can sometimes feel pretty isolating.

We unpack Jarryd’s take on the Happiness Paradox: what if, in our efforts to keep our Archers happy, we're actually trying to protect them from every uncomfortable experience? We talk about why fulfillment can come from working through challenges, learning from adversity, and having the space to figure things out for themselves.

Then there's Struggle Street: that frustrating point when progress slows, motivation gets tested, and the things that used to work just don't seem to be working anymore. Jarryd shares how structured training, fresh perspectives, and knowing when to seek a second opinion can help an Archer move forward without immediately jumping from one coach to another.

We also get into the Parent-Coach-Archer relationship, why technical advice from the sidelines can do more harm than good, and how our reactions to scores and results can influence the way our kids see themselves. Plus, we explore Parent-Archer agreements,setting expectations before competitions, post-event reflection questions, and the conversation around early sport specialization.

And because Jarryd brings an international perspective to the sport, we touch on team culture in an individual sport, his online Archery Masterclass, and a few practical tips for surviving those marathon long-haul flights to competitions!

If you've ever wondered whether to offer advice, fix a problem, or simply take a step back, this episode is for you. It's a reminder that we don't have to solve every problem for our Archers. Sometimes, the best thing we can do is give them the tools, the support, and the space to find their own way.

00:00 Meet Jarryd Greitschus of Rogue Archery

00:23 The Road to WAYC Winnipeg 2026

01:53 The Story Behind Rogue Archery

04:10 Why Team Culture Matters in an Individual Sport

07:50 The Happiness Paradox: Are We Protecting Our Archers Too Much?

13:18 Recognizing the Signs of Struggle Street

17:33 What Does Struggle Street Really Look Like?

20:06 Navigating Plateaus Without Panic

25:04 Where Parenting Ends and Coaching Begins

29:08 Parent-Archer Agreements: Getting on the Same Page

30:46 Praise the Effort, Not Just the Result

32:43 Building Better Parent-Coach Communication

34:37 Setting Expectations Before Competition Day

35:40 The Pre-Event Parent Briefing

37:35 Common Parenting Mistakes at the Archery Range

39:48 Three Questions to Ask After a Competition

43:21 Journalling, Reflection, and Learning Together

45:02 Outcome Goals vs. Process Goals

49:43 Helping Your Archer Define Success

51:13 Challenging the Myths of High Performance

53:40 Moving Up in Distance and Poundage Safely

57:08 Early Specialization vs. Playing Multiple Sports

01:01:38 Explore Jarryd’s Archery Masterclass

01:04:24 Long-Haul Travel Tips for Archers and Families

01:07:41 Final Thoughts

Resources & References

• Rogue Archery: https://www.roguearchery.com.au/

• Rogue Archery Masterclass: https://archerymasterclass.com/

Additional Reading

Tune in and join us for another conversation about supporting our Archers, one arrow at a time.

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Ever wondered what it takes to be the person announcing "10, 10, 10! Perfect Score!" on the global stage? On this episode of The Archery Parent Podcast, Manisha sits down with the legendary Marc Chavet: sports announcer, voice-over artist, and "Voice of World Archery".

With over 20 years of broadcasting experience across 150+ sports (from the quiet whispers of snooker to the high-voltage chaos of WWE pro wrestling), Marc pulls back the curtain on the high-pressure world of live sports media. Whether you're an Archery fanatic, a sports parent, or someone curious about live commentary, Marc shares unforgettable stories of calling Olympic Finals matches, his strategies to conserve his voice during extra long broadcasts, and mastering the art of storytelling under pressure.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• The Accidental Archery Career: How a fluke Eurosport assignment launched Marc’s Archery journey next to the Eiffel Tower
• Energy Control & Vocal Shapeshifting: Why snooker, wrestling, and international Archery demand totally different announcing styles & how in-venue announcing differs from TV broadcasting
• The Hidden "Iceberg" of Prep: Why 90% of an announcer's work is tedious data collection, and how "old school" paper notebooks can save a live broadcast
• Surviving Tokyo & Shanghai: What it's really like to call a mind-melting 42 matches in a single day at the Olympics, and how to survive a full Finals broadcast on 20 minutes of sleep
• Do Athletes Actually Hear Him? What Archers really think when a commentator calls their shoot-off a "do-or-d*e moment" (and why top international teams use Marc for practice-field pressure).
• Inside the Paris 2024 Gold Medal Showdown: Marc’s play-by-play recount of the heart-stopping 4-millimeter shoot-off between Brady Ellison and Kim Woojin.
• Breaking Into the Industry: Real-talk advice for aspiring announcers on pushing past skill plateaus and getting real-world microphone practice.

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• Connect with the Archery Parent Podcast on Instagram: @archeryparentpodcast
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Ever wonder how a tiny piece of plastic crafted in Germany results in 45,000+ packs of gummy "Jelly Nocks" taking the Archery world by storm?

In this episode of the Archery Parent Podcast, host Manisha sits down with Andreas Lorenz, the face of Beiter Archery, for an insightful deep-dive into the world of precision engineering, smart gear choices, and Archery parenting.

Whether you're trying to figure out where to invest your hard-earned money as your Archer grows, or you're curious about the secret sauce behind the gold-standard equipment seen on world stages, this episode is packed with practical advice and fun behind-the-scenes stories you won't hear anywhere else.

What You’ll Discover in This Episode:

• The Single-Cavity Secret: Why Founder Werner Beiter’s background in medical and electronics precision moulding revolutionized Archery gear, and how single-cavity manufacturing guarantees zero variance across every single nock 
• No Paycheques, Just Trust: How Beiter became an Olympic powerhouse without signing a single paid Archer contract, driven purely by Archer trust and performance on the line
• Smart Budgeting for Archery Parents: Why buying top-tier limbs for a growing Archer is a money trap, and which high-value accessories (like a quality plunger or sight) will outlast multiple bow setups
• Crucial Safety & Maintenance Routines: The simple check every Archer should do after every single end
• Fostering Archery Ownership: Why teaching young Archers to fletch their own arrows builds independence, confidence, and tuning mastery
• The Legend of the "Jelly Nock": How a polite "no" from one of the biggest confectionary companies, a 1,500-pack panic, and a giveaway at the 2023 World Championships created a viral global sensation! 

www.wernerbeiter.com

#TheNockBrand

@beiterarchery

Episode Timestamps:

00:00 – Welcome to Andreas Lorenz of Beiter Archery

00:35 – The Origins of Werner Beiter & Precision Moulding

02:28 – Unpacking the Nock Lineup & Engineering Philosophy

03:43 – The Power of Asymmetric Design

06:39 – Sustainable Manufacturing: Turning Waste into Target Pins

09:22 – Olympic Heritage & Custom Gear for World Champions

12:27 – Smart Gear Decisions: A Guide for Archery Parents

14:35 – Common Buying Mistakes & Why Pro Shops Matter

16:47 – Safety & Arrow Maintenance

19:29 – Tuning Tools Made Easy with Beiter Tools & Accessories 

22:22 – Vane Alignment & Getting the Cleanest Flight

23:24 – Empowering Young Archers to Fletch Their Own Arrows

24:07 – The Werner & Iris Centre

25:23 – Buy Once, Buy Right & Gear Longevity

26:16 – Why Discipline & Consistency Beat Gear

27:59 – The Reality Check on 3D-Printed Substitutes

30:54 – Smart First Purchases for Growing Archers

31:47 – Where to Connect with Beiter Archery

32:58 – Why Archery is the Ultimate Family Sport

34:19 – Travel Stories & Tournament Survival Tips

38:07 – The Viral Origin Story of the "Jelly Nock"

41:45 – Final Wrap & Takeaways

Hit play to learn how precision, passion, and a little bit of German engineering can transform your Archer’s journey on and off the line! Read our blog for additional resources and tips for this episode.

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Have You Ever Wondered What Happens When a Doping Control Officer Shows Up at an Archer’s Door? This episode is going to demystify the Doping Control process and hopefully answer some of those burning questions. Manisha interviews ITA Athlete Educator and three-time Olympian Mikel Thomas about Doping Control and Clean Sport.

During his 15+ year career in Athletics and Bobsleigh for Trinidad and Tobago, Mikel has been tested more times than he can remember. Now, as an athlete-to-athlete educator, he walks listeners through the process from notification through to sample collection, privacy, minor safeguards, and an athletes’ rights. He covers who can be tested, Registered Testing Pool (RTP) requirements, Whereabouts, and how missed tests and “fail to comply” can lead to violations. Manisha and Mikel also discuss the risks of buying supplements and medications from another country and cannabis rules in sport.

Mikel emphasizes the responsibilities of an athlete for substances used in and on their body, declaring medications/supplements, using Global DRO, and obtaining Therapeutic Use Exemptions (TUE). The conversation also links sport integrity to athlete branding, highlighting Mikel’s “Off Track” project and Athlete Brand Playbook, and how he helps athletes build monetizable brands through authentic storytelling, NIL awareness, and IP ownership.

00:00 Welcome & Introduction

00:36 Meet Mikel Thomas

01:56 Who is the ITA (International Testing Agency)

02:27 DCOs & Chaperones

04:08 Testing Basics

05:25 Who is Eligible for Doping Control

08:27 Random Testing Reality

10:35 A Step-by-Step Process

13:59 Medications & TUEs

16:37 Minors & Safeguards

18:39 Applying for a TUE

21:51 Declaring Supplements

23:50 Whereabouts & Avoiding Whereabouts Violations

27:53 Fail to Comply Explained

29:23 Buying Medications & Supplements While Traveling

30:04 Cannabis Rules

32:53 Clean Sport and Branding

37:56 Owning Your Athlete IP

40:06 Follow-up and Resources

41:39 Travel Tips and Wrap Up

Additional References & Resources

Bookmark these sites immediately to keep you and your Archer in the know:

• Global DRO: GlobalDRO.com – Type in a medication name and country to see instantly if it is legal, banned, or requires a TUE. There are variations from sport to sport and in-competition/out-of-competition.
• International Testing Agency: ita.sport/athlete-hub – Access clear, athlete-to-athlete educational webinars and toolkits.
• Sport Integrity Canada: sportintegrity.ca – The newly updated home for Canadian clean sport standards, therapeutic exemptions, and athlete rights.
• Mikel Thomas Branding: Reach out to Mikel directly to explore the Athlete Brand Playbook, digital presence building, and how to secure corporate sponsorships. Instagram and Threads: @mikel_thomas

A Cinematic Look at Doping Control

If you want to visually understand the mechanisms, pressures, and flaws of the global anti-doping system, add these titles to your next movie night:

• Icarus (2017): An absolute must-watch. An amateur cyclist and film maker attempts to self-experiment with performance drugs to see if he can bypass standard testing, only to accidentally stumble into exposing a massive, state-sponsored doping conspiracy. It perfectly illustrates how easily sample security can be compromised when systems fail.
• The Ben Johnson Story : Mikel explicitly noted this project. It re-examines the infamous 1988 Seoul Olympics scandal that forever altered the cultural landscape of "anti-doping" terminology and sports media scrutiny.

Check out the accompanying blog post for additional resources, an FAQ, and a run-down of this episode with Mikel.

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In Part Two of my conversation with my Archer (& Pro Shop Staff) Reece, the discussion shifts from shoes to Archery equipment, emphasizing the value of supporting and learning from local pro shops versus big box stores through personalized fitting, trying gear, set-up, and tuning for comfort and consistency. 

Reece outlines typical costs for set-ups (in CAD$), budget options, bow components, and a whole lot of information about arrows: arrow progression, spine measurements, arrow lengths and cutting, DIY arrow-saw considerations, fletching tools, and parts of an arrow. We end the episode with Reece’s travel essentials and the beauty of Archery as a lifelong sport.

Be sure to get caught up, if you missed Part 1 with Reece: "Shoes that Stabilize: Reece's Range-Tested Picks".

00:00 Welcome Back Reece

00:12 Shoes Recap Advice

01:00 Why Pro Shops Matter

03:33 Comfort And Fit Checks

04:51 Recurve Set-up Costs

07:10 First Set-up Breakdown

08:23 Clicker Timing Debate

11:13 Buying Used Gear Safely

13:21 Arrows & When to Upgrade (… & Why Not To)

14:45 Arrow Spine Numbers: What it All Means

20:04 Arrow Length Cutting

26:00 Fletching Tools 

28:35 Arrow Parts Explained

31:17 Compound & Barebow Costs

34:50 Travel Essentials & Conclusion

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• Prioritize Comfort Above All Else: When trying out gear at a pro shop, always ask your Archer (or yourself), "Is it comfortable?". If a bow feels too heavy, a grip feels wrong, or the draw length is misaligned, the fun will fade quickly.
• Let the Riser Grow with Your Archer: Investing in a machined riser at the start gives a solid foundation. You can easily save money on entry-level limbs or accessories first and upgrade those pieces down the road.
• Buy Arrows Stiff for Long-Term Savings*: If your Archer plans to slowly increase their draw weight over time, a pro shop can set them up with arrows that are a little stiff to start. These arrows will work well in the future, saving you from buying a completely separate set of arrows a few months down the line.*NOTE: This is a decision between you, your Archer, their Coach, & pro shop staff. It could be a frustrating time as your Archer adjusts.
• Inspect Online Used Gear in Person: Dedicated Archery forums have some amazing gems, but it can be a major risk. Always examine used items carefully for hidden damage like bent limbs, scuffed risers, or cracked arrows. 
• Don't Rush the Clicker: A clicker is an incredible tool for draw length consistency, but introducing it too early can turn it into a mental distraction. Wait a few months until your Archer's alignment, follow-through, and shot timing are rock solid.

• The Bow Shop / Shooter's Choice (Waterloo, Ontario): The local pro shop where Reece has worked for the past five years

• Nocked Nation (Facebook Forum) 
• Archery Talk (Dedicated Archery Forum) 

Bows & Risers: Sebastien Flute (This was Reece’s beginner set-up.)

• SF Explorer Riser 
• SF Axiom Limbs

Arrows: Easton

• Easton Inspires (Perfect beginner indoor arrow)
• Easton Avance (great mid-tier target arrow that replaced the Carbon One)
• Easton X10 (The elite, premier Target Archery standard)

Fletching Jigs, Tools & Vanes:

• Bitzenburger Fletching Jigs 
• Last Chance Jigs 
• Beiter Tri-Liner 
• Range-O-Matic Spin Wings 
• Jet6 Vanes 
• Spider Vanes 

Reece's Travel Essentials: A Theragun (for keeping shoulders and neck loose) and noise-canceling headphones 

Keywords: Reece Wilson-Poyton | Archery | Expert Archery Advice | How to Buy a Bow | Archery Pro Shop | Compound Archery | Olympic Recurve Archery | Barebow Archery | Buying Archery Equipment | Bow and Arrow

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Manisha of the Archery Parent Podcast interviews Canadian Archer Crispin Dueñas, 4x Olympian and high school Math/Physics teacher, about specialization, burnout, and how parents can best support their Archer. 

Dueñas describes starting Archery by chance after a discussion with his Grade 8 teacher, the switch from Compound to Olympic Recurve, and developing internationally with low expectations, strong coaching, and a balanced life that included school and part-time employment as a life guard. 

He shares how fun, teammates, and hobbies help performance, mental health, and how to compartmentalize setbacks. Crispin highly recommends that Archers pursue goals for themselves rather than to please parents. 

We discuss Norway’s “Children’s Rights in Sports”, early vs late bloomers, the shock of international competition, taking breaks, and changing equipment to reset. Dueñas also shares how music led to playing guitar with Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield, meeting the former Prince Charles (now HRH King Charles), his announcing work, and travel tips (always try the local food, tolerating McDonald’s if needed, and learning to sleep anywhere).

00:00 Welcome Crispin Dueñas

00:36 Leave Kids Alone

01:43 How Archery Found Him

03:09 The Teacher Who Changed Everything

04:15 Why Archery Clicked

05:38 Switching to Olympic Recurve

06:46 The Pan Am Games (Toronto)

08:12 Relaxed Path to Elite

10:34 Balancing School Work & Sport

12:12 Keeping the Fun in High Performance

13:22 Coaching Without Pressure

16:22 Why Hobbies Make You Better

19:49 “Sport Room” Metaphor from Author David Epstein

22:21 A Parent’s Fear their Archer is Falling Behind

25:29 Extreme Specialization Tradeoffs

26:52 Playing With Canadian Astronaut Colonel Chris Hadfield

27:42 Musical Roots

29:48 Meeting Prince Charles

31:16 The Invictus Games (Toronto)

32:41 Hobbies Prevent Burnout

34:48 Post Season Slump

37:36 Taking a Break from Archery

40:54 Norway Youth Policy: “Children’s Rights in Sport”

45:33 Big Fish in a Little Pool Reality Check

49:44 Run Archery 

51:57 Travel Tips And Wrap

Notable People

• Joan McDonald: Crispin’s long-time coach who guided him from his early days through his international career. Contributor to the global Archery community for 60+ years.
• Chris Hadfield: Legendary Canadian astronaut. Crispin played guitar on stage with him at a Canadian Olympic Committee event and even practiced in Hadfield's kitchen. @colchrishadfield 
• King Charles (formerly Prince Charles): Crispin met him at a groundbreaking event for the 2015 Pan Am Games, where the then-Prince demonstrated a natural ability to handle an Olympic bow.
• David Epstein: Author whose work on specialization and the "multiple rooms" metaphor is discussed. YouTube @davidepstein
• Amber Glenn: A U.S. figure skater mentioned as an example of an elite athlete who does Archery as a hobby. @amberglenniceskater
• Lauren Dueñas: Episode 4 guest on the Archery Parent Podcast discussing life as a Student-Archer, time-management, and balancing it all. @laurenkduenas
• Brady Ellison: Always in the Top 5 Male Recurve Archers in the world. 5x Olympian. From the USA. @bradyellison 

Organizations and Events

• 2015 Pan Am Games: Held in Toronto; a pivotal moment for Manisha’s son, Reece, and where Crispin met King Charles. 
• Invictus Games: Held in Toronto in 2017. An international sporting event for wounded, injured, and sick servicemen and women, where Crispin served as an announcer for the Archery events. 
• World Archery: The international federation for the sport of Archery. 

Concepts and Models

• The "Children's Rights in Sports": A development model mentioned by the host that focuses on late specialization and avoiding early rankings for children. 
• The "Multiple Rooms" Metaphor: A concept from David Epstein’s work suggesting athletes should have lives outside of their sport to avoid burnout. From the book: Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World

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In this episode of the Archery Parent Podcast, Manisha interviews Joel Turner, Archery Dad, and developer of the SHOTIQ approach to performance. Joel reveals why Archery is "just shy of impossible" and how parents can actually help their Archer develop the "ultimate skill of the human being". The discussion includes teaching work ethic, how school-based programs can lead to target panic, and why "just relax" doesn't work.

Joel shares the difference between thoughts and thinking, and the one question that can refocus your Archer when things are falling apart. Joel also takes to task the many parents and mid-level coaches who overemphasize form when an Archer's thoughts become too much.

Learn the speech-based “blueprint” of an Archer's process, the foundation of the SHOTIQ system. Hint: It's about getting loud in your head with the right words at the right moments.

Joel also explains how to handle tournament stress and spectators, and answers a question from a listener worried about his Archer's emotional and physical changes going from the easy backyard practices to the intense tournament expectations.

We talk about parent support cues and Turner Family travel tips (avoid connections, AirTags, hydration/electrolytes).

00:00 Welcome to Joel Turner

01:18 Early Archery Roots

02:11 Family Moments Beyond Wins

03:56 Watching Your Archer Compete

05:13 Bad Days and Control

08:08 Why Parents Struggle to Coach

13:52 The Ultimate Skill Is Self Talk

15:54 Reality Check: Goals vs Work Ethic

17:06 NASP: the Birth of Target Panic

19:38 Tournament Nerves

23:56 Spectators and Thoughts vs Thinking

27:48 What Parents Should Ask

32:33 Blueprinting the Process

33:51 How "Little Speech" Can Lead to Big Things

34:17 Barebow Tips

35:37 What is a Safety Concept

36:58 Decision Power Explained

37:46 Technical Tweaks

39:21 Resistance Release

41:34 You're Never Too Young to Think

44:59 Command vs Surprise

48:16 Tournament Nerves Blueprint

51:42 The Empty Lung Drill

54:34 Use Your Words

57:23 The Importance of Rhythmic Speech

01:02:22 Archery Dad Reflections

01:03:14 Travel Tips from the Turner Family

Connect with Joel Turner:

www.ShotIQ.com

Instagram: @joelturneractual | @mama_shotiq | @bodie_turner

joelturner{at}shotiq.com

Connect with Manisha of the Archery Parent Podcast:

www.ArcheryParentPodcast.ca

Instagram: @archeryparentpodcast

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Manisha of the Archery Parent Podcast interviews Josh Kennedy, creator of ArcheryRangesCanada.ca, a new national directory to help Archers find Archery ranges across Canada. Josh experienced the time-consuming method of looking up ranges, but realized how unreliable range searches could be.

Josh explains why he includes registered clubs, pro shops, and unaffiliated/backyard-style ranges to maximize accessibility for hunters, tournament competitors, and recreational Archers.

The site offers search by name or location, geolocation, category filters, interactive maps, and detailed listings with contact info, amenities, bow types allowed, pricing (for certain listings), and directions, with owners/directors able to claim and edit listings.

Josh outlines the various levels of listing: Bronze (free), Silver (analytics, clickable contacts, more photos and text, pricing, FAQs, review replies), and Gold (featured placement, ads, unlimited photos, video, events calendar).

During our interview, Josh shares early traffic stats for Archery Ranges Canada, notes 244 listings across Ontario, BC, and Alberta*, and previews upcoming features.

(*At the time of publishing this episode, ArcheryRangesCanada.ca has been updated to include all of Canada.)

00:00 Welcome to Josh of Archery Ranges Canada

00:40 Why a Directory of Archery Ranges?

03:34 The Community Response

04:34 Inclusive Listings

06:14 Search and Filters

07:26 Range Details and Updates

08:31 Claiming a Listing

09:43 Premium Packages

12:17 Building the Map

13:08 Traffic and Reach

14:23 Hidden Gems

16:06 What’s Next?

17:40 Bronze, Silver & Gold Recap

20:02 Growth

20:56 Why Archery Ranges Canada is For Everyone

22:19 What Does Josh Never Leave the House Without?

22:51 Shout Outs to Mentioned Ranges

23:43 The Bigger Mission of Archery Ranges Canada

Archery Ranges Canada

• Website: www.archeryrangescanada.ca
• Contact Email: [email protected]
• Feature Focus: Interactive directory and map for Canadian Archery ranges, pro shops, and independent shooting locations.

Ranges Mentioned

• York County Bowmen (Ontario)
• Forest City Archers (Thorndale, Ontario)
• Features: 64 acres, 40-target outdoor 3D course, open all season.
• Salt Spring Archery Society at Jade Farm (Salt Spring Island, British Columbia)
• Features: Located on a real farm with 3D courses right by the ocean.
• Painted Warriors (Mountain View County, Alberta)
• Features: Immersive indigenous cultural experience with traditional shooting and hyper-realistic 3D courses.

Social Media & Community Groups

• York County Bowmen Facebook Page (Where the connection was first made)
• Contact Page: Contact Archery Ranges Canada: Report a missing archery range • Update listing information • Claim your facility listing • Premium listing inquiries • Partnership opportunities • Technical support

Keywords/Search:

Archery ranges in Canada | Finding Archery clubs near me | Canadian Archery community | Indoor vs Outdoor Archery ranges | Archery range directory Canada | Youth Archery programs Canada | How to support a young Archer | Beginner Archery for kids Canada

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The LA2028 Olympic Qualifying Framework for Archery, Explained: Quotas, Changes & Compound

In this episode of the Archery Parent Podcast, Manisha breaks down the IOC’s newly released Olympic Qualifying Framework for Archery at LA2028, highlighting major program changes and what athletes, coaches, and families should expect over the next two years.

Manisha explains the available 128 quota spots, the new medal count, Recurve team changes, what the addition of Compound means to the overall program at the 2028 Olympic Games, and how Archers and their families can start planning for 2032 in Brisbane and beyond.

The episode also outlines the 2027-2028 qualification window, who quotas spots actually belong to once they have been earned, and the importance of the domestic selection, nomination, and approval processes.

This episode is the much-awaited summary many have been waiting for.

00:00 What’s New in the LA 2028 Olympic Archery Pathway

01:25 The Big Picture

04:34 Compound Mixed Team & and the Recurve Trade-Off

05:42 How Olympic Quota Spots Work

09:21 Recurve Team Qualification

12:12 Continental Games Explained

13:20 Individual Recurve Pathway

15:35 Compound Mixed Team Qualification

18:52 Minimum Qualification Scores (MQS)

21:27 When the Race to LA Starts

24:21 Key Takeaways & Planning

26:34 For Developing Archers

28:13 Why “Good Experience” Can Backfire

31:49 Smart Progression: Choosing Events, Setting Goals & Finding Official Info

33:57 Recap & What’s Next

35:29 Outro

Official Documents & Organizations

• LA2028 Official Qualification Framework: The primary IOC document detailing the pathway to the Games for Archery
• International Olympic Committee (IOC): The governing body of the Olympic Games
• World Archery: The international Archery federation responsible for updating quota spot tallies and news articles
• National Olympic Committees (NOCs): The organizations that own the "Golden Ticket" quota spots (e.g., the Canadian Olympic Committee)

Major Qualifying Events

• 2027 Hyundai World Archery Championships: Taking place in Medellin, Colombia; the first major opportunity for team and individual quotas
• Continental Games (2026-2027): Multi-sport events offering Olympic qualification for Europe, Asia, the Americas, Africa, and Oceania
• Final Qualifying Tournament (FQT): The last chance to earn spots, held just weeks before the 2028 Opening Ceremony

Youth Development Benchmarks

• Youth Olympic Games (YOG): Recommended for archers under 21 as a developmental milestone.
• World Archery Youth Championships (WAYC): A key event for Archers to gain international experience

Minimum Qualification Scores (MQS)

Archers must achieve these benchmarks during a 720 round at a World Archery registered event to be eligible for consideration:

Recurve Men | 70 meters | 650

Recurve Women | 70 meters | 620

Compound Men | 50 meters | 690

Compound Women | 50 meters | 670

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For years, the Lancaster Classic was circled on the calendar as just “another big shoot". It was a great weekend, but just one stop among many. Well, I’ve been talking to the Archers on the ground (including a Classic Champion), and I’m here to tell you: The game has changed.

Whether you’re a newcomer to the sport, the parent of a rising star, or a seasoned Archer on the line, you need to understand why Lancaster is no longer just a destination. It is the definitive proving ground. Let’s get into why the 2026 Lancaster Classic has officially become the gold standard of competition. It is also one of our favourite tournaments.

Key Takeaways & Highlights

• The "Place to Be" Verdict: Why Archers now consider the Lancaster Classic the definitive hub for community and high-level skill development.
• Innovation on the Line: Discussion on the new Mixed Team Event and the high-pressure "Shoot-Up" finals format that has turned the weekend into a do-not-miss spectator sport.
• The 660 Quest: Why the $20,000 perfect score bonus has every Archer in the building holding their breath during Qualification rounds. (Please, do not hold your breath during the Qualifications.)
• More than Competition: The Classic has become a major key to Archer development. See how Lancaster is helping set competitor’s up for success and even the 2028 LA Olympics.

00:00 Introduction to the Lancaster Classic

01:38 The Magic of the Lancaster Classic

06:19 Unique Features of the Tournament

07:31 The Growth of Barebow and Longbow Categories

08:59 The Exciting Mixed Team Event

10:23 The Finals Venue Experience

12:55 The Importance of Name Pronunciation

15:53 Memorable Moments at the Classic

17:06 Community and Support in Competition

19:08 The Team Behind the Classic

20:19 Accommodations and Local Insights

23:05 Vendor Opportunities at the Classic

24:54 Prize Structure and Payouts

27:06 Addressing Gender Disparities in Prizes

30:14 Doping Control at the Classic

31:23 Conclusion and Community Spirit

Resources Mentioned in this Episode

• Official Results & Payouts: Lancaster Archery Classic Official Site
• Tournament Live Stream: Catch the 2026 Finals on the Lancaster Archery YouTube channel

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