NASP Conducts Its First-Ever Educators and Coaches Conference July 29 – 30, 2016

By Justin Stakes

Nashville, TN -(AmmoLand.com)- Based on a recommendation from the 2015 NASP Advisory Council, The National Archery in the Schools Program held its first-ever Educators and Coaches Conference in Lexington, Kentucky.

The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Commissioner, Greg Johnson welcomed the large and enthusiastic crowd of 170+ to the event. Following introductions and recognitions, the audience heard a Keynote address from former Olympic Archery Coach Tim Strickland.

For the remainder of the conference, participants attended hour-long concurrent sessions on topics of interest provided by the members of the 2015 NASP Advisory Council. Topics included: Mastering the 11 steps of NASP shooting; String bow and responding to target panic; Conditioning for archery; Equipment maintenance of the Genesis bow and Easton arrows; Running an effective tournament; Running an effective practice; Redbook, fundraising and financial issues; Travel and transportation tips; Building feeder programs; Working with administration and coaching kids; Other archery opportunities; An educator fun shoot/tournament; and a chance to interact with vendors that supply approved equipment to the NASP.

Beyond the informative sessions, educators and coaches had the opportunity to interact with each other …Read the Rest

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