What a fantastic day of archery! On Saturday, February 21st, The Sittingbourne School played host to the highly anticipated 4-Way Inter-County Indoor Match. The atmosphere was electric as the finest archers from across the region gathered to represent their home counties.
The competition saw a fierce but friendly showdown between Kent, Sussex, Hampshire, and Essex. With Recurve, Compound, Barebow, and Longbow teams all taking to the line, the hall was a spectacle of precision and focus.
A Record-Breaking Performance
The highlight of the day was undoubtedly a masterclass in Compound shooting. We were honored to have Paralympian Jodi Grinham on the line, who put in a world-class performance.
Jodi didn’t just win her category; she set a new GB National Record, proving exactly why she is one of the best in the business. Seeing that level of excellence in person—and watching a record fall—was an inspiration to every archer in the hall.
The Results Are In
The level of talent on display across the board was truly impressive, with matches often decided by just a handful of points.
- Congratulations to the overall winners! Whether you were taking home a medal or hitting a personal best, your dedication was evident in every arrow.
- Full Results: You can view the full breakdown of scores and rankings on Ianseo here: Match Results – 4-Way Invitational
A Community Effort
Events of this scale require a mountain of behind-the-scenes work, and we owe a massive debt of gratitude to the team that made it happen:
- Hannah Brown: A huge thank you for your meticulous work in coordinating the entries and managing the administrative side of the tournament. Your organization kept everything on track!
- Adam: Thank you for providing the facilities and leading the work party. Your efforts in setting up the range and ensuring the equipment was ready for the line were essential to the day’s success.
- The Sittingbourne School: We also extend our sincere gratitude to the school for providing such an excellent venue. The facilities were top-notch, and the warm welcome made all the difference for the visiting teams.
To the Archers
Finally, thank you to every single archer who took part. You represented your counties with pride and sportsmanship. It was wonderful to see the camaraderie between the four counties, reinforcing why the archery community in the South East is so special.
Keep hitting the Gold, and we’ll see you at the next one!
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