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Equipped to succeed

The 2027 JROTC National Archery Championships bring the nation’s top qualifying JROTC Cadets to Oklahoma City for Bullseye and 3D competition. Find everything your unit needs to qualify, register and report ready.

Unit roadmap

From qualification to arrival

01

Qualify

Compete at an approved event and ensure your unit’s official team score is recorded for national consideration.

ArrowScores.com ↗
02

Review invitation

Selected units receive an official notice with registration access, roster requirements, lodging guidance, required forms and submission deadlines.

03

Register

Complete the team entry with the final cadet roster. Secure lodging and verify that every participant’s signed permission and release forms have been submitted.

04

Report ready

Arrive with all registered cadets, equipment, and required release forms. The coach must complete team check-in before they will be cleared for practice or competition.

Qualification

Meet the standard

National rankings are determined by each unit’s verified qualifying results. Coaches are responsible for reviewing every requirement, confirming that team scores and roster information are accurate, and resolving any discrepancies before the national field is finalized.

QUALIFIERCompete at a recognized JROTC event
that counts as a national qualifier
1,400+Meet the minimum official team score
required for national consideration
RECORDEDTournament staff record the team score
in ArrowScores after competition
RANKEDEligible teams enter national rankings
based on their official team score

Coach and cadet guide

Team travel and support

Lodging rates and shuttle service

Reserve rooms and plan travel

JROTC Archery has secured government per diem rates at participating hotels. Brigades and schools must complete reservations by March 17, 2027, with no fewer than two cadets assigned to each room. Competition-day shuttle service between partner hotels and Bennett Event Center is under development; confirmed routes and schedules will be released when available.

Room ratePer diemOccupancy2+ cadetsShuttlesIn development
Provided meals and dietary needs

Fuel for competition

Brigades are responsible for all meals on April 15, the designated arrival day. Hotels are expected to serve breakfast on April 16 and 17. Registered teams will receive lunch on both competition days and dinner on April 17. Units must arrange dinner on April 16, snacks and any remaining meals. Coaches should address dietary restrictions in advance and maintain reliable access to water throughout travel, practice and competition.

BreakfastHotel providedLunchApr 16 and 17DinnerApr 17
Approved gear backups and repairs

Prepare competition equipment

Each unit must arrive with a complete competition setup: Genesis Original bows, Easton 1820 arrows, clearly labeled backups, protective cases and basic repair supplies. Coaches should inspect all equipment before departure, verify compliance with event requirements and bring enough serviceable arrows for practice and scored rounds. No team equipment will be issued on site; units are responsible for maintenance and replacement.

BowGenesis OriginalArrowsEaston 1820
Cadet and coach requirements

Complete the check in packet

Every cadet must arrive with a completed Media Consent and Release Waiver, Cadet Data Sheet and Hold Harmless Waiver. Each coach must also sign the Code of Conduct. Before departure, coaches should verify that every form is complete, organize the documents by cadet and bring the full team packet to check-in.

Cadets3 forms eachCoachesCode of conductCheck-inComplete packet

Championship venue

Bennett Event Center

3101 Gordon Cooper Blvd
Oklahoma City, OK 73107

Event supportkasey@centershotblue.org

Reach out with registration issues, reporting questions or other support needs.

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Arrival day
0900 - 1800

Team check-in and open practice

Competition day one
0700 - 1800

Bullseye and 3D Competitions

Competition Day Two & Awards Banquet
0700 - Dismissal

Final flights followed by Awards & Recognition

Departure day
Travel Day

No scheduled event activities

Frequently asked questions

Know before you go

What is the qualification deadline?

February 28. Verify the official team score and roster in ArrowScores.

Where is the venue located?

Bennett Event Center, 3101 Gordon Cooper Boulevard, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73107.

Are meals included?

Hotels provide breakfast April 16-17. JROTC Archery provides lunch April 16-17 and dinner April 17.

Is equipment provided?

No. Teams must bring all competition and backup equipment.

When will selected teams receive their invitations?

March 5. Registration opens March 8, and final rosters are due April 7.

How does tiered registration work?

Your highest official qualifying score sets your registration tier. Tier 1, 1600-1800, opens March 8. Tier 2, 1500-1599, opens March 9. Tier 3, 1440-1499, opens March 10.

Is overnight lodging provided?

No. Teams must reserve participating hotels by March 17 and assign at least two cadets per room.

What paperwork is required?

Cadets need three required waivers and data forms. Coaches need a signed Code of Conduct.

How many qualifying tournaments may a team enter?

Teams may enter multiple recognized qualifiers. Only the highest official team score is used in the national ranking.

Who can answer my questions?

Email kasey@centershotblue.org.