NFAA News - National & Sectional Events

Rising to the Challenge: Highlights from The Great Chicago Open

The Great Chicago Open, held February 13-14, 2025, at Navy Pier’s Festival Hall, saw top archers from across the world converge to compete in the fifth stage of the Indoor World Series (IWS).

Our Top 5 Attractions in Chicago’s Magnificent Mile Area

Make the most of your trip to the NFAA Indoor Nationals & The Great Chicago Open by exploring Chicago’s top attractions, from ice skating at Millennium Park to breathtaking views at 360 CHICAGO.

Your Guide to Visiting Navy Pier

The NFAA Indoor Nationals and The Great Chicago Open are headed to Navy Pier in Chicago, IL, from February 14-16, 2025!

2025 Roundup Announced: Premier Archery Event Returns to Yankton

Get ready for the ultimate archery weekend September 18-21 at the 2025 National Roundup in Yankton, SD, featuring the prestigious First Dakota Classic and NFAA Outdoor National Target Championships!

2025 3-Star Tour Shoot-Off: The Ultimate Archery Challenge

Archers who compete in each of the 2025 3-Star Tour events will battle it out for $7,500 in total cash prizes - a prize pool that promises to make every shot count!

The Rushmore Rumble Offers a Thrilling Kickoff to the 2025 Indoor Archery Season

Read about the event excitement including new divisions for Juniors, cash prizes in all Adult divisions, a total of $6,000 in scholarships for Junior and Collegiate archers, and a nail-biting shoot-off to close the weekend!

NFAA Foundation Awards $6,000 in Scholarships at the 2025 Rushmore Rumble

The NFAA Foundation awarded two separate sets of scholarships, totaling $6,000, to support both Junior and Collegiate archers at the Rushmore Rumble.

NFAA Announces 2025 Indoor Sectional Registration and the All-New Indoor National Series

Taking place at locations around the country from January through March, scores from all sections will be aggregated to determine the inaugural Indoor National Series Champions. 

The Great Chicago Open to Serve as Key Stop for Indoor World Series, Held Alongside NFAA Indoor Nationals

As the fifth stage of the 2025 Indoor World Series (IWS), this event marks the first time the IWS has made a stop in Chicago—and the first time the U.S. has hosted an IWS stage outside of Las Vegas!

NFAA Announces Exciting Update for the Shooter of the Year Program!

Read the new Shooter of the Year program rules for 2025, including the addition of a JUNIOR category!

2025 NFAA Field Nationals: Dates & Location Released!

The 80th annual NFAA National Field Championships will take place July 18-20, 2025 in Mechanicsburg, PA. Read more about the host location, event format, and how to book your hotel accommodations.

2024 NFAA National Roundup Draws archers from 40 states and 4 Foreign countries to Yankton, SD

The National Field Archers Association is excited to announce the conclusion of the Outdoor Field & Target Nationals.

2024 Shooters of the Year Have Been Crowned

The NFAA recognizes every year the top archers with the Shooter of the Year title. Check out this year’s winners and get all the details on the award program.

NFAA Outdoor Sectionals Wrap-Up: Key Moments and Achievements

NFAA Outdoor Sectionals Draws Nearly 350 Archers for a Memorable Event

NFAA Represented at the 2024 IFAA World Field Archery Championship (WFAC)

A dedicated team of 29 archers is proudly representing the National Field Archery Association (NFAA) at the 2024 World Field Archery Championship in Foz do Iguaçu, Paraná State, Brazil.

Introducing NFAA Collegiate Archery: Aimed at College Archers Nationwide

The National Field Archery Association is launching Collegiate Archery divisions for college archers of all levels, offering events, awards, scholarships, and the opportunity to represent their schools.

NFAA and NFAA Foundation Celebrate Decade-Long Partnership with Ianseo

Thanks to Ianseo's cutting-edge technology, the NFAA has scaled events to previously unimaginable levels.

NFAA Responds to Community Feedback on Indoor National Championship Venue Selection

In response to feedback from our archery community regarding the upcoming NFAA Indoor National Championship, we wish to address concerns directly and transparently about the selection of Navy Pier in Chicago, IL, as our event venue.

45th Annual NFAA Indoor National Championships to be Held at Navy Pier in Chicago

The National Field Archery Association (NFAA) is excited to announce that its 45th Annual Indoor National Championships will be hosted at the historic Navy Pier in Chicago, Illinois, February 14-16, 2025.

National Indoor League Concludes & Archers Look Forward to Outdoor League

As the NFAA National Indoor League wraps up another successful season, participants and fans alike are eager to review the final results and celebrate the accomplishments of all involved.

Highlights from the 2024 Indoor Nationals

The 2024 NFAA Indoor Nationals was an exciting display of skill over two intense days, with over 1500 archers aiming for excellence on the iconic blue and white 5-spot target in Louisville, KY.

2024 Indoor Sectionals Sees Great Growth & Success!

Over 2,700 archers competed at 94 host locations around the country with scores cumulated to recognize all-new national rankings.

The 3 Star Shoot Off Returns in 2024 by Popular Demand

Attend all 3 Star Events (The Vegas Shoot, NFAA Indoor Nationals, First Dakota Classic) & participate in the 3 Star Shoot Off, Saturday, April 20! Professional archers will shoot off for $5,000 and amateur archers will shoot off for $2,500.

Mark Your Calendars! NFAA Releases Full Schedule for 2024

Mark your calendars! The National Field Archery Association (NFAA) and the NFAA Foundation are excited to release their full National schedule for 2024.