Looking ahead, the PHS archery team stands posing for a picture. The team attended the State Competition in March, coming home with many personal bests. They will compete at Nationals in April.
Looking ahead, the PHS archery team stands posing for a picture. The team attended the State Competition in March, coming home with many personal bests. They will compete at Nationals in April.
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Archery prepares to hit bullseye at Nationals

PHS Archery competes at State, advances to Nationals
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Standing with their bows, archery members keep their eye on their targets. "My favorite memory of the team was probably last year at Nationals," junior Adyson Russell said. "We all just got together and hung out, I made a lot of fun memories."

Click the photo above to view a slideshow with information about the PHS archery team.

Who: PHS archery team

What: Team practices at the PISD Admin Gym

When: Practice is held every Tuesday and Thursday

What’s next: They will compete at Nationals on April 22.

 

This article received edits from Polly Greaves, Kate Duncan and Trisha Panicker.

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