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Aug 01, 2025
Rising Stars Named 2025 NFAA Pro Division Scholarship Winners
The National Field Archery Association (NFAA) proudly announces the recipients of the 2025 NFAA Pro Division Scholarship: Gracen Fletcher of Boonville, Indiana, and Sebastien Huynh of Clearwater, Florida. Each recipient receives a $1,000 scholarship to support their pursuit of higher education while continuing their dedication to the sport of archery.
The NFAA Pro Division Scholarship is funded by the Professional Division membership dues and is presented annually to one male and one female archer between the ages of 15 and 18. Each recipient receives a $1,000 scholarship to support their continued education. The scholarship is designed for high school sophomores, juniors, or seniors who are actively involved in competitive archery at either the amateur or professional level.
The Pro Division Scholarship Committee reviewed applicants holistically, with consideration given to their involvement and achievement in competitive archery, academic performance, and the strength of their personal statements. Additional factors included the quality and relevance of letters of recommendation, as well as any demonstrated leadership, community involvement, or job experience. The goal of the Scholarship Committee is to recognize well-rounded young archers who show promise not only in the sport, but also as future leaders in their communities.
"As a former recipient of an NFAA scholarship, I know how impactful this support can be—not just financially, but as a sign that the archery community believes in your potential. Gracen and Sebastien exemplify everything this scholarship stands for: leadership, perseverance, and a passion for growing the sport. We’re proud to support their next steps."
— Erika Jones, NFAA Executive Secretary
The NFAA extends its heartfelt congratulations to Gracen Fletcher and Sebastien Huynh, and looks forward to seeing the meaningful contributions they’ll make in both their studies and the sport of archery.
Gracen Fletcher – Boonville, Indiana
A dedicated archer for the past eight years, Gracen had a standout year in 2025, winning the Championship Women’s Division at The Vegas Shoot and making the Professional Female shoot-off at the NFAA Indoor National Championships. In addition to these major achievements, she has consistently medaled at various state, sectional, and national tournaments.
Outside of archery, Gracen is deeply committed to community service, volunteering with local nonprofits and her church to support youth programs and family outreach efforts in her area. She believes that anyone can serve their community by using their unique talents and creative energy. From teaching at a therapeutic horse riding center to putting in long, challenging hours on her family’s horse farm, Gracen has found that giving to others often leads to unexpected blessings in return.
Her dream is to use archery as a platform to inspire and encourage shooters of all ages to reach their full potential, both as archers and as individuals. Gracen is currently pursuing an online degree in accounting through Cedarville University while continuing to compete professionally.
Sebastien Huynh – Clearwater, Florida
Sebastien has been a high-performance archer for more than a decade and is well-known in the archery community for both his competitive success and his commitment to mentoring others. A multi-time national and sectional medalist, he has also placed at The Vegas Shoot. Beyond competition, Sebastien has dedicated over 100 hours to community service through the Suncoast Archery Club and has helped run numerous events in both Florida and Utah, earning his Level 2 NTS coaching certification in 2025.
What motivates Sebastien most is the opportunity to assist other athletes and build lasting friendships through archery. “I feel that we are all connected once we have a common ground,” he shared, reflecting his passion for giving back to the sport that shaped him.
This fall, Sebastien will begin attending Mount Marty University, where he will continue his training under Olympic silver medalist Coach Aida Roman at the NFAA Easton Yankton Archery Center. He also hopes to pursue a degree in architecture, balancing his academic goals with his ongoing commitment to archery.
For more information about this scholarship and others, please visit our Scholarship Opportunities page.