Indiana to Host 20th Annual NASP Archery Tournament

The state's National Archery in the Schools Program competition returns to the Indiana State Fairgrounds.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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The Indiana National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP®) will hold its 20th annual state tournament on March 21 at the Indiana State Fairgrounds in Indianapolis. The competition is part of the nationwide NASP program that introduces archery to students in grades 4-12 through physical education classes.

Why it matters

The NASP program has grown significantly since its inception, now reaching over 15 million students across the United States. The annual state tournament is a highlight for participating schools and a showcase of the archery skills developed through the program.

The details

The Indiana NASP state tournament will feature individual and team competitions, with students vying for top honors in various age and skill categories. The event draws hundreds of student archers from schools across the state to compete at the fairgrounds venue.

  • The first NASP state tournament in Indiana was held in 2006.
  • The 20th annual Indiana NASP state tournament will take place on March 21, 2026.

The players

National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP®)

A nationwide program that introduces archery to students in grades 4-12 through physical education classes.

Indiana State Fairgrounds

The venue that will host the 20th annual Indiana NASP state tournament.

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What’s next

The top-performing student archers from the Indiana state tournament will advance to the NASP National Tournament, which will be held in May 2026.

The takeaway

The NASP program continues to grow in popularity, providing students across Indiana with the opportunity to develop archery skills and compete at the state and national levels.