Archers aim for top prize at Canadian championships on P.E.I.
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AfterAfter a two year delay, approximately 300 archers have finally gathered their materials. on P.E.I. forThe Canadian Outdoor Archery Championships.
TheCompetition was originally planned to be held in 2020, but was postponed because of pandemic restrictions.
“It’s long overdue,” said Duncan CrawfordThe president of the P.E.I. Archery Association.
“A little thing called COVID happened. So here it is, 2022, and we’re finally getting our chance to showcase P.E.I.”
P.E.I. Hosts for first time
ItIt is the first ever time archery nationals are being hosted in the province. ThereThere are many athletes from all walks of life, and they include those who are young or old. said.
“To be hosting an event of this magnitude is hugely rewarding, exciting,” said Crawford.
“It’s just great to see so many friends back and everybody out enjoying the sport of archery.”
The championshipsThey are a combination three events: 3D, field and target competition.
“It’s so nice to be back finally shooting after so many, so many years,” saidLongbow archer Miranda SparkesFrom British Columbia.
“It’s honestly like a big family reunion coming to these events every year.”
Preparing for world championships
ThisShe’s determined to bring home gold at the nationals this week. ButSoon, she will have a new target to shoot at and will be shooting. forHer second gold medal atThe world championships.
“These kinds of level of competition helps you prepare for the level of competition you’ll have at worlds,” said Sparkes.
“They’re so helpful.”
It’sIt has been a difficult couple of years forSome athletes. AsCOVID-19 cancelled or delayed events, so athletes had to adapt their training.
“When you’re trying to create a training plan, you know, it’s difficult to know where you’re supposed to peak when you don’t have any events that you’re specifically training for,” said Aaron BullThe president of Archery Canada.
“Having these meaningful competitions, it means everything to a high-performance athlete.”
‘Super thrilled’
SimilarTo Crawford Sparkes, BullIt is also a relief to see everyone back together.
“The past couple of years was really challenging because we kept on … anticipating and being prepared for when restrictions did allow us to host events,”He said.
“We’re just super thrilled that we were allowed with the restrictions being eased to come here and shoot again and have our first outdoor national championship in two years.”
The championships run until July 24. TheTarget competitions will be held at UPEI.
Source: CBC News
