2003 TSAA State Field Championship May 10-11, 2003 Eagle Lake, Texas
In 2001 at Buffalo Field archers in Houston, the record was tied at 24 archers. In 2002 at Eagle Lake, there was a 50% increase for a record 39 archers. In 2003 at Eagle Lake, there was another 50% increase for yet another record of 59 archers. To say the least, field archery in the TSAA is rising because the kids found another round to explore and enjoy. The weather was hot and humid but a good time was enjoyed by all.
The owner of the Exotic Deer Farm, Nolan Blaschke, gave a special treat this year by offering an ELK BBQ to all the archers and it was received very well. Lots of good eats before everyone attacked the range with enthusiasm. The course had to be changed due to increased rains and soft spots on part of last years course.
The tournament directors (John Blaschke and myself) took liberty by increasing the difficulty of the targets and everyone still had a good time. The typical wind was present for the first day but very little wind the second day. A light sprinkle during the afternoon brought some much-needed cooler weather the second day and the whole event was rated a success. Rick Stonebraker