SHOOTING RULES:

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1. We adhere to a maximum arrow speed of 290 fps for the unknown classes (except the crossbow class which is 370 fps) as measured by the official on-site chronographs with a three percent (3%) margin of error rounded up to the nearest whole number. Each competitor understands and agrees that they may be required to shoot through the designated on-site chronograph and an arrow shot through the chronograph during or after a tournament round that exceeds the maximum arrow speed for their class will result in the disqualification of that round’s score.

2. ***Known classes will not be subject to any speed limits for our current event. Amendments will be made for future events at our discretion.

3. ***Hunter Trophy is an unknown class (no rangefinders permitted) where Hunter Money is a known class where rangefinders are welcome.

4. All targets will be 3-D targets manufactured by Delta McKenzie Targets that feature the ASA Pro 12-RingTM set at maximum distances as shown in the “CLASSES” section of these rules. ASA strives to adhere to the maximum recommendation, but range conditions may create target positions that may exceed the maximum. All targets will be placed vertical to the horizon and all groups are to ensure that the targets are returned to this position after removing their arrows. No target will be placed with the head of the target quartered toward the shooter (“front-angled”), and the head of the target may not be quartered away (“rear-angled”) from the shooter at an angle greater than that which would promote damage to the target or create glance-offs. The entire 8, 10, & 12-ring scoring areas will be visible from the stake and shooters may have a range official remove any limbs or debris that blocks their view of these scoring areas to the target.

5. Arrows of any type may be used provided they subscribe to the accepted principle and meaning of the word arrow as used in target archery, have not been altered (except cut to size) from the manufacturer’s original specifications and do not cause undue damage to the targets. An arrow consists of a shaft with a field or glue-in point, nock, fletching which may only consist of individual vanes used to stabilize the arrow and which may not be connected to each other by any means above the shaft and cresting.  The maximum diameter of arrow shafts will not exceed .422″; the field or glue-in point for these arrows may have a maximum diameter of .425″ except as specified under “Competition Classes” for Young Adult, Youth, Eagle and Women’s Classes at 40 yards or less.

6. Shooters are required to be on their assigned target fifteen (15) minutes before the shotgun start to provide range officials sufficient time to ensure that all participants are in groups of no less than three (3) shooters. Each group will “draw lots” to determine who will shoot first, second, third, etc. The shooters will alternate being the first shooter at each subsequent stake, with their shooting order maintained throughout the round. Any shooter who does not shoot the first target with their assigned group, except as may be permitted in Shooting Time Allowed “D”, will not be allowed to shoot that round and will receive a score of zero.

7. It is recommended and desirable that groups have no more than five shooters, however, individual tournament circumstances may require a maximum of six shooters on a stake. Groups must have a minimum of three shooters and if a group of three experiences a breakdown that leaves only two shooters in the group, the range official will be the second scorer and accompany the group as a scorer until the third shooter returns.

8. Groups will proceed under “Free Pull” and each group will signal their completion of the target by standing five (5) steps inside the shooting stake toward the target. They will remain there until the groups on each side are finished and have also moved five steps forward. Any group proceeding to the target too soon will receive a warning for the first offense and the penalty for any subsequent offense will be a score of zero (“0”) for the entire group. The following rules will be monitored, judged and adhered to by each group among themselves during each day’s competitions.

9. Except as may be required due to an approved medical exemption, each shooter must straddle, or touch with either foot, the appropriate “shooting stake” for their class. A shooter will receive a warning from the group for failure to straddle or touch the stake on the first offense. The penalty for the second offense is a deduction of five points from their target score with any subsequent offense receiving a score of zero. Anyone that deliberately does not attempt to shoot from the designated shooting stake, or that deliberately stands on or bends the shooting stake, shall not only receive a score of zero for that target but will be in violation of Competition Committee Rules paragraph D-1 “Unsportsmanlike Conduct” and will be referred to the Competition Committee for action including suspension.

10. Each shooter must be able to draw their bow under control and without undue difficulty. If in the opinion of the Range Official a shooter is struggling or resorting to “Sky Drawing” to draw their bow, the Range Official will contact the Tournament Director to determine if they will be required to decrease the poundage to allow them to properly draw and shoot the bow, regardless of arrow speed, to continue to participate.

11. A shooter who feels that another competitor’s equipment is not in conformity with the class rules must report the issue to the range official before the equipment in question leaves the range.

12. In consideration of time no shooter may glass the target from the shooting stake after taking their shot. Shooters may glass the target prior to shooting but are reminded of the time restriction after assuming their position at the stake. A shooter will receive a warning from the group for the first offense. The penalty for the second offense is a deduction of five points from target score and each subsequent offense will receive a score of zero.

13. As a courtesy to fellow competitors there will be no talking to spectators or other groups while other competitors in the group are shooting.

14. Cell phones and other electronic devices are to be silenced and their use is prohibited except by prior arrangement with the Range Official and their shooting group due to a personal situation.

15.  After a shooter sets their sight and draws the bow the sight may not be reset after a letdown. A shooter may only letdown two (2) times on a target. Upon a third letdown, or upon resetting their sight, the shooter will receive a score of zero for that target.

16. Each target has two (2) 12-rings. At each target the lower 12-ring will be in play initially for all shooters and a shooter may elect to have the upper 12-ring scored by announcing their intention to shoot for it. Upon announcing their election to shoot the upper 12-ring the scorekeepers will acknowledge and note this election, and the lower 12-ring will no longer be in play for that shooter on that target only. The shooter’s decision to stay with the lower 12-ring, or to call the upper 12-ring cannot be changed after coming to full draw.

17. On any range shooting unknown distances, all shooters (regardless of class) with movable sites are required to keep their yardage indicator covered before and after setting. A shooter will receive a warning from the group for the first offense. The penalty for the second offense is a deduction of five points and subsequent offenses will receive a zero.

18. For safety considerations, and to ensure a timely competition, no archer will go behind a target to look for a lost arrow or for any other reason except to retrieve an arrow that is visible to the group. Shooters are expected to carry enough arrows to complete the round. A shooter will receive a warning from the group for the first offense. The penalty for each subsequent offense will be to receive a score of zero for that target.

19. A group or individual may not approach the next shooting stake until the group occupying that stake has fully cleared the area. Anyone advancing to the competitor’s area of any other stake and/or interfering with another group will receive a score of zero for that target. Anyone found examining or touching the equipment of another shooter without permission shall be in violation of Competition Committee Rules paragraph D-1 “Unsportsmanlike Conduct.”

20. Only one arrow, per shooter, per target will be shot from their designated stake. Anyone shooting the wrong target, or from the wrong stake, will receive a “0” for the target which should have been shot. Groups, or individual shooters, may be allowed to shoot a target out of sequence by the range official to help expedite the round.

21. An arrow that drops while being nocked onto the string in preparation for a shot may be picked up and shot with no penalty. If in the process of letting down an arrow drops off the bow, or is jarred off by hand contact with bow, it may be picked up and shot with no penalty. The shooter is responsible for maintaining control of the arrow at all times and an arrow must not be released or otherwise propelled by the string or it will be scored a zero.

22. Releasing an arrow by pointing the bow at the ground in front of the shooter is dangerous and if an arrow is intentionally released at the ground, the shooter shall not only receive a score of zero for that Pro/Am competition, they will be in violation of Competition Committee Rules paragraph D-1 “Unsportsmanlike Conduct” and will be referred to the Competition Committee for possible further disciplinary action.

23. A shooter whose arrow makes contact with an “outside agency” during its flight will be allowed to reshoot that arrow. Outside agencies are defined as animals, and limbs or other debris that may fall or travel into the path of the arrow. Fixed or stationary impediments such as trees and bush, and any limbs or foliage that were still in contact with stationary impediments are not considered an outside agency.

24. Shooters are permitted to receive assistance from only one shooter in their group. Assistance will be limited to holding nothing larger than a golf-style umbrella.

25. Binoculars are allowed and there are no magnification limits. They may be checked at random by a tournament official if requested by another competitor. In Unknown Classes, if the official determines that any markings are inappropriate, including being pre-marked by the factory, and are being used by the shooter as a mechanical device for range finding, the glasses will be confiscated and presented to the Competition Committee under the Shooting Rule on range finding.

26. The projection of a light or reference point while shooting, either directly or by reflection, onto a target is prohibited. This prohibition includes lighted nocks which may be used but which must go dark prior to the next shooter assuming the stake.  Anyone in violation of this prohibition will receive a score of zero for that round.

27. Except as may be required due to an approved medical exemption the use of any device or outside agency (including stabilizer bar or prop stick) that allows the mass weight of the bow to be relieved from either arm while shooting is prohibited. Anyone in violation of this rule shall receive a score of zero for each target where the violation occurred.

 

Known Distance & Unknown Distance Competition: In the “Classes” section all classes have been designated as Known or Unknown.

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• For all Unknown Distance competition classes range finding is prohibited: All distances will be judged by the naked eye which may be aided by the use of binoculars. No equipment, including but not limited to sights, binoculars, spotting scopes or personal communication device apps will be used in a manner inconsistent with this prohibition. Using any part of the shooter’s body is prohibited, which includes “gapping techniques” that may also use equipment, or the “stepping off” of the distance to or from any target. Shooters may carry “target cards” reflecting a picture or rendering of the specific targets being shot, but no marks or notations of any type may be made on these cards. In addition, the prohibition on marks or notations includes carrying, or making, any additional notes about yardages or features of any target on a competition range. Exchanging target information with spectators or other shooting groups at any time during the tournament is strictly prohibited. Target information may only be discussed among members of a shooting group after all members of that group have shot the target. Violations will be referred to the Competition Committee and the first offense will result in disqualification of the shooter from the event. A second offense will result in a suspension for the remainder of the tournament season with no refund of any entry fees paid.

• For all Known Distance competition classes: Shooters may use range finders and are required to share their information if requested by another competitor in their group. Using a personal communication device application, any part of the shooter’s body which includes “gapping techniques” or the “stepping off” of the distance to or from any target is still prohibited. Shooters may carry “target cards” that show a picture or rendering of the specific targets being shot, but no marks or notations of any type may be made on these cards. In addition, the prohibition on marks or notations includes making any notes about yardages or features of any target on a competition range. Rangefinders with image storage and data transmission capabilities may be used as long as these functions are disabled and the shooting group confirms that only the distance ranging function of the device is enabled.

 

SHOOTING TIME ALLOWED:

1. Each twenty (20) target round will be shot by the Unknown Classes in three hours and thirty-minutes, and in Known Classes in three hours and fifteen minutes. It shall be the final determination of the Tournament Director to cancel, postpone or delay a round, as well as determine the appropriate time frame for completion of the round in the case of inclement weather or other extenuating circumstances such as the number of shooters assigned to the range.

2. Each group will be responsible for monitoring and adhering to the pace of shooting:

   1. Upon commencement of the round by a verbal announcement by the range official the first shooter at each target will be allowed two minutes in Unknown Distance and one minute in Known Distance to shoot their arrow.

   2. Each remaining member of the group will be allocated one minute to shoot.

   3. Each group will be permitted four minutes to score the target, pull arrows and reach the next stake at which point the time allotment procedure repeats.

   4. Any group or individual that fails to adhere to their specified time limit will receive a warning from the range official for the first offense. The penalty for a subsequent offense is a deduction of five points from target score for the group or individual. Any further offenses will result in disqualification.

3. After the allotted time the range official may call time and shooters may complete the target being shot. Further shooting will cease and scores will be totaled on targets completed and a zero recorded for each incomplete target.

4. Equipment failure does not need to be visible and must be reported to a tournament official prior to leaving the range to be given additional time to make up targets. The shooter will have up to forty-five (45) minutes from the time the shooter is picked up for equipment replacement or repair, and upon returning will allowed to make up any targets missed within the forty-five minute grace period in the presence of two scorers, designated by the range official, who will be responsible for scoring and completing the shooter’s score card. Each shooter is limited to one (1) repair or replacement of equipment per tournament to be eligible to make up targets. A shooter with a second breakdown will be allowed to repair or replace their equipment but will not be allowed to make up missed targets. If the equipment failure occurs during the act of shooting and the arrow is propelled by the string, the arrow will be scored as shot.

5. Competitors in Fixed Pin classes may make one “gang adjustment” of their sight during competition without calling a breakdown. The adjustment may be made following a shot and prior to proceeding to the next target, under the following procedure: (1) inform the group, and (2) make the adjustment to the whole pin set in front of the group. Individual pins may not be adjusted, and further adjustments must be made under Shooting Time Allowed, Rule “D”.

6. Any shooter leaving the range for a personal time-out must first check-in with the range official and must then check back with the official within five minutes and complete the round. Shooters are allowed a maximum of two per round.

 

SCORING RULES:

Scorecards will be available at the entrance to each range. Shooters will pick up their Official Colored Scorecard for that day, along with a white non-official scorecard. The properly completed official colored scorecards must be turned in by the group within fifteen minutes of completion of shooting, and prior to leaving the range with the exception of shooter who is making up targets due to an equipment failure or other approved leave, to receive credit for that day’s competition.

 

SCORE KEEPING:

1. Each group will designate two members of their group as “Scorekeepers” who will record all scores for the group and maintain each other’s “official” scorecard (no one is allowed to maintain their own official scorecard.) Except for their own official scorecard one scorekeeper will maintain the Official Scorecards and one will maintain the White scorecards. It is recommended that the scores are reviewed after a minimum of five targets for accuracy.

2. All information on the scorecard must be accurate with all information completely and properly filled in. Information blocks and signatures that are incorrect or incomplete will result in a deduction of ten points. If the score was incorrect the ten (10) point deduction will be taken from the correct score.

3. If the number of 12 RingsTM is left blank it will be scored as zero.

4. Any score changes must be initialed by the scorer and the shooter and no changes may be made to the official score card after the scorekeeper and shooter have signed the scorecard. If a shooter changes his scorecard after it has been signed by the scorekeeper, the shooter will receive a score of zero for that tournament and will be submitted to the ASA Competition Committee for further action.

5. Scorekeepers will maintain the official colored scorecard for each shooter and be responsible for recording each arrow on the corresponding target number and maintaining the running total. Scorekeepers will confirm with the shooter that their total score and number of 12 RingsTM is correct at the end of the round.

6. The completed Official Colored Scorecard must be reviewed and signed as correct by the Scorekeeper and the shooter and initialed on the back. Any shooter turning in an “Official” card on which they are both the shooter and scorekeeper will receive a score of zero for that day. SCORING:

7. All arrows must remain in the target until all arrows are scored. The arrow shaft must be touching a portion of the next highest scoring line to be scored for the higher value. Scorers are allowed to use their binoculars and may also reflect or shine a light on the target at the time of scoring to aid in the process. The status of any doubtful arrows must be determined before drawing any arrow from the target. The score is based on the status of the arrow while all other arrows remain in the target. Arrows may not be removed until a scoring judgment has been made and no changes may be made to the score after removal of an arrow. Targets may not be moved or dislodged for scoring purposes, and shall be returned to their proper upright position upon removal of the arrows. ASA Range Officials will not make arrow calls except when a group has only two shooters or during special competitions.

8. Scorers will agree on a score for each arrow and call out the results to be recorded on the respective shooter’s scorecard by their Scorekeeper.

9. If the two designated scorers cannot agree on a score another member of the group will break the tie other than the shooter whose arrow is being scored. In the amateur and semi-pro classes if there are only three shooters in the group the shooter will receive the higher score of the two scorers, but in the pro classes the range official will break the tie.

10. Target “Pass Through” or “Rebound” without striking another arrow: (1) Arrows passing through the front of, but still in, the target will be pushed back and scored; (2) If the group agrees that an arrow passed through the targets insert seam the shooter will be given a score based on the point of pass through not to exceed eight (8) points; (3) If the group agrees and confirms that the arrow actually passed through the target due to the high number of arrows that had been shot at the target, the range official is to be notified and the shooter will be allowed to take the score where the “pass-through” occurred as determined by the group up to a maximum score of ten (10) points; and (4) If the group agrees that the arrow rebounded out of the target without striking another arrow the shooter will be allowed to take the score where the rebound up to a maximum of ten (10) points. Special Note: A score of 12 will not be permitted under sections 2, 3 or 4 of this rule.

11. An arrow that “glances off” and goes past the target will be scored as a “0” (includes glancing off a plastic leg.)

12. Any arrow embedding (“Robin Hood”) in the nock of another arrow will be scored the same as the arrow it is embedded in.

13. Any arrow rebounding backward off another Arrow (a “Robin Hood” that strikes and damages another arrow and does not proceed toward the target, but bounces back) will be scored the same as the arrow it struck, provided the damaged arrow can be identified.

14. Any arrow deflecting by contact with another arrow already in the target and still proceeding toward the target will be scored where it lies in the target, or a maximum of five (5) points if it is not in the target.

15. Arrows in the corresponding area of the target will be scored with point values of 5, 8, 10, or 12.

16. If time and weather permit, scoring ties for first place that cannot be broken by bonus rings an ASA Official will use the “Closest-to-the-12” tie-break procedure. Each shooter will shoot one arrow and the arrow that is closest to dead-center of the lower twelve ring regardless of score will receive an additional bonus ring added to their score. If for any reason a tie-breaker cannot be held, and for all scores that are tied by score and bonus rings, the sum of the prize money for the tied places will be divided equally between the shooters.

 

Pressure Point Shoot Down Procedure:

 

1. Should time and weather permit, the Tournament Director may designate Cash Classes for a Pressure Point Shoot Down to determine the final order of finish.

2. Designated classes may have a maximum of five participants. If there is a tie for score and bonus rings that would exceed five shooters the “Closest-to-the-12” tie-break procedure (see Scoring Rules “P”) will be used to determine the fifth position.

3. Prior to the start of the Shoot Down all unknown class competitors will be provided a ten-minute period to judge the targets. Anyone not present for any of the judging period forfeits this opportunity and will be required to adhere to the Shoot Down pace without additional time for judging.

4. The group will have one minute to shoot their respective target. Anyone not shooting within the allotted one minute will be given a zero for that target. Should weather condition dictate the Tournament Director may elect to extend the time allotted or suspend the use of the clock.

5. Shooters will remain at their stake until their arrow is scored before moving to the next target.

6. Shooters are responsible for having enough arrows to complete the initial round of five targets.

7. Should weather and lighting conditions permit as determined by the tournament director after the initial round, all shooters within ten points of the leader will proceed to a sixth and final arrow with the lowest score shooting first.

8. Upon completion of the sixth and final arrow there will be a clear order of finish for first, second and third place with bonus rings breaking a tie in total score. If shooters are tied for score and bonus rings for first, second or third the “Closest-to-the-12” tie-break procedure (see Scoring Rules “P”) will be used with the winner receiving an additional bonus ring to break the tie. A coin toss will determine the order of shooting.

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HUNTER CLASS RULES:

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-fixed pin sights only, no moveable sights. In the case of a multi-pin moveable sight, it must be locked down and not moved during competition. *** No lenses allowed***

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-screw-in points only, no glue-in points

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-stabilizers are limited to a 12” radius from the front point of attachment on the riser of the bow. A lower mount may be used but needs to be within the 12” radius to be legal. Including length combined with weights

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HUNTER MONEY RULES:

 

-Hunter Money is a known distance class

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-rangefinders are allowed

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-a single pin or multi-pin, moveable sight WITH a lens is permitted

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-stabilizers are limited to a 12” radius from the front point of attachment on the riser of the bow. A lower mount may be used but needs to be within the 12” radius to be legal. Including length combined with weights

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-any arrow with any point (glue-in or threaded) is permitted (no broadheads)

 

CROSSBOW CLASS: (370 fps max)

 

-Crossbows must be in sound working condition with a functioning safety and maintained in compliance with the manufacturer’s specifications. No replacement or alteration of a manufacturer’s trigger assembly or safety mechanism shall be allowed. Scopes up to 6x power may be used and may be equipped with lines or mill dots, but no light or image may be projected and there may be no range finding capability

 

-Crossbows may only be shot in a standing position and the use of any device or outside agency including quivers, added foregrips, brackets, slings, hooked butt-plates, palm rests, stabilizer bars, rails, supports, prop stick(s) or any device that adds weight or allows the mass weight of the bow to be relieved from either arm or to steady the bow is prohibited; unless specified next

 

- If a cocking/cranking device is attached to the bow, it must be utilized as the method of cocking the crossbow. Use of the forward elbow against the ribcage or side is permitted. Bolts/arrows must be identical in size and weight with a minimum of three (3) vanes with a maximum outer diameter of .366”/9.3mm

 

-Crossbows may be cocked while at the on deck position and loaded only when the shooter is at the stake.  When loaded it must always remain pointed down range

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