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Originally Posted by Shirt Get out there and shoot more competitions. The more you do, the more you'll get used to it, the less it will affect you. |
This is so true. I find it strange that some archers will not enter an event because they are afraid of coming last. In my first season, last year, I was coming consistantly last but improving and catching the pack after each event.
There are a few things that affected me on the tournament day:
1 - Location - Know where the event is or car share with someone who has been before. Getting to an event with little time to set up increases heart rate, and will effect your shooting for a good couple of dozen arrows.
2 - Equipment - Have an equipment list, and check it the week before, night before, and on the day before you set off.
3 - People - Find out who is on your target, and say hello to them, and find out what class they are. If you are on a target with a B or MB do not get disheartened by comparing your arrows to theirs. Plus it is good to see how a B or MB shoots - a free archery demonstration!
4 - Time - A shoot will last a lot longer than at practice so remember to drink and eat! Getting dehydrated and falling blood sugar levels will effect your performance and concentration.
5 - Rules - Know the rules. Not the whole book, but which target is ABCD, what whistle to shot/collect on. If you do not know ask a club member before you go. Otherwise you will be put off at the start by thinking which is my target, miss a whistle and then have to rush to the line etc.