Scoring
- Never touch the target face until scoring is completed.
- Never touch your arrows. To call your score point at the nock end of each arrow and call its value clearly. Arrows scores should be called in groups of three working from the highest values to the lowest (10,10,8 pause 7,7,1).
- If an arrow is touching one of the dividing lines on the target it will score the higher value – this is the reason you should not touch the arrows or the target face. In the case of a line cutter being disputed, a decision should be given by the Target Captain – if that is not accepted then a judge should be called to give a final decision.
- Do not look for arrows behind the target until all the arrows in the target have been scored.
Going to Tournament – What to take
Some things are more relevant to indoor or outdoor shooting only.
- Your bow and your arrows of course
- Tent or BIG umbrella to protect you from either the sun or the rain
- Sun cream
- Plenty of fluids
- A portable seat
- Your GNAS card
- Waterproofs
- Spare string for your bow
- Some tools to tighten up limb bolts etc.
- Snacks
- Pen for scoring
Going to Tournament – What to expect
- Aim to arrive an hour earlier than the event start time as this will allow you to get used to the place, the environment and provides adequate time to set up and relax those nerves.
- Register on arrival and find out your designated target number if you don’t know already.
- Introduce yourself to the other archers on your target. Let them know you are new and they will gladly help you along.
- Most shoots operate a A B C D system – two archers A and B, will shoot in the first detail, then C and D in the next detail. After the first end it all swaps, so C and D go first.
- If shooting a Portsmouth or Fita 18/25m round expect to be there for at least 3-4 hours if watching the prize giving – so take a foldable seat with you to conserve energy between ends .
- Take snacks with you so that you can eat between ends and keep your energy levels up. Better than having a large lunch.
