Name: Penny O’Doherty

WOMEN IN ARCHERY Q&A

How did you start in Archery?

We were on holidays, and we found a 10 target archery range (bit like putt putt) in Margaret River.

All 4 of us had a go and all 4 were hooked and wanted to do more.

 

How Many Years Have You Been Involved In Archery?

10 years

 

Who’s Your Local Club?

Sawtell Archers

 

What Type of Archery Do You Shoot?

Compound and Longbow. Enjoy all forms of Archery Field, Target, Indoor and 3D. Love shooting a variety of different events.

 

Do You Hunt?

No, only Chooks at Norfolk Island!

 

Favourite Archery Memory?

Competing at World Indoor in Sydney 2020, most nervous and enjoyable too, Plus Meeting some inspiring international archers.

 

What About Archery Appeals To You?

It’s a family friendly sport. The whole family can do.

 

Are Any Family Members Involved In Archery?

Yes all 4 of us. Husband, Troy, sons, James and Seton and myself.

 

First Bow?

Samick Sage Recurve

 

Current Bow?

Darton Tempset and Black eagle x- impacts & PS 23’s

 

What Are Some of Your Great Achievements In Or Outside of Archery?

Competing as a co-driver in the World Rally Championships in Coffs Harbour in a Triumph TR7 V8, 5 Times.

 

Do You Have Any Sponsors?

Sherwood Archery

 

Any Last Words or Words of Encouragement for other Females Archers?

Believe in yourself! Find those who will support you in achieving your goals (not lecture you)