MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — The National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) Championship, hosted by the International Bowhunting Organization, provided young archers with a unique opportunity to build confidence and social skills on Saturday.
The event, held at the John T. Rhodes Myrtle Beach Sports Center, saw participation from over 2,300 students in grades four through 12, with some traveling from as far as Alaska.
Ryan Bass, Vice President of the International Bowhunting Organization, emphasized the inclusive nature of the competition. “Every kid can do it. This is a, what a confidence builder and what it does for a kid’s social abilities, and things that where every kid can come out here and compete,” said Bass. “They’re all using the same bows, the same arrows, shooting at the same targets. No matter where you come from, what walk of life, everybody can compete against everybody else on an even playing field.”…