2010 Plans

Thu, 25 Mar 2010 23:55:23 -0600

Plans are starting to fall into place for 2010. Here’s what we know so far.
Arizona Cup - The National Team will use this as both a camp and competition. Great Britain and Canada will have para athletes at the tournament, and it will be a World Ranking Event. Several para athletes who are hoping to make the National Team are also planning on attending.
The European Grand Prix - We will be taking a team to the European Grand Prix. We are limited to three people per category. We are taking the six members of the National Team who placed in the top ten at the World Championships, and we will be able to take a few other people. We will determine who those people will be based on performances at Star FITAs shot from the beginning of the World Championships to the ending of the Arizona Cup.
Endeavor Games - The Endeavor Games are held at the University of Central Oklahoma. They will be June 10-13. More information is here . This is a great first time event, and there will be both an indoor and outdoor competition.
Camps - We will be doing a camp at the end of June to prepare for the European Grand Prix. I hope that we get the funding to be able to do two or three more camps that will be open to all para-athletes.
I’ll post more information as I know it! Please email me if you have questions.

High Performance Plan

Thu, 7 Jan 2010 19:51:13 -0700

The 2010 High Performance Plan is now posted at: www.usarchery.org
Some highlights:
You can shoot a qualifying score at any Star FITA
If you shoot a score this year, you will be on US Para-USAT until December 31, 2011.
Read the plan and if you have questions, you can either comment below or you can use the “email me” button.
Open camp schedules should be available soon.

My Vision and Mission

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 22:59:56 -0700

My vision for the period between now and the 2012 Paralympic Games is to produce a team that is invincible, ready to dominate, and full of pure awesomeness.

An invincible team is a team that can handle all situations. This doesn’t mean they will always win, but they are prepared for and can handle anything that may come up - weather, travel difficulties, less than perfect teammates, unexpected results - with respect for everyone and grace under pressure.

Ready to dominate means the team is totally ready to compete. They are prepared for the competition; they have planned ahead for known distractions; and they have backup plans for unforeseen obstacles.

Pure awesomeness is an attitude that comes from the confidence developed by being both invincible and ready to dominate. It is being proud to represent the USA; having the courage that allows one to risk; the self discipline that leads one to excellence; the integrity and wisdom that come from being among the very best; and the ability to respect both teammates and competitors.

Moving to USA Archery

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 22:13:42 -0700

As of January 1, 2010, the management of US Paralympic Archery will move from US Paralympics to USA Archery. Hopefully, it will be a painless move, with most athletes not even knowing that it happened! The National team will be known as the Para-USAT.
The new High Performance Plan should be out very soon; it’s very similar to the 2009 Plan. I’ll add a link as soon as it is available.

July Training Camp

Sat, 13 Jun 2009 11:12:44 -0600

Our next training camp will be July 23-30 at the Chula Vista Olympic Training Center. Priority will go to athletes on the World Championships team, but there should be some extra spots. Cost will be $45 per night, plus your transportation to and from San Diego.
The extra spots will be open on a first come basis. However, in order to attend this camp, you must have shot either a 70 meter round or a full FITA.
You can contact me by using the button below.