CHARLESTON — Charleston School District archers turned in a strong showing at the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s Archery in the Schools 3D State Championship, highlighted by multiple top finishes across high school, middle school, and elementary divisions.
Competing April 10–11 at Pangburn High School, Charleston athletes demonstrated consistency and skill against some of the top programs in the state, with standout performances led by high school archer Maddie Johnson.
Johnson earned a second-place finish in the High School Girls Division, narrowly missing the top spot by just two points in a tightly contested competition. The margin came down to a single slightly off-target shot, underscoring the precision required at the state level.
Charleston’s success extended into the middle school ranks, where Charleston Elementary secured a third-place team finish. Individually, Isabelle Turner claimed the state title in the Middle School Girls Division, bringing home first place and leading a strong showing for the program.
At the elementary level, Charleston Elementary again placed third as a team, with Cash Smrecker finishing fifth in the Elementary Boys Division to round out the district’s top individual performances.
The statewide event drew 694 archers from 43 schools, competing in a 3D format that challenges participants to shoot at life-sized animal targets positioned at varying distances.
Charleston’s results reflect continued growth and competitiveness within its archery program, as student-athletes across all grade levels contributed to the district’s success on the state stage.
3D State Tournament 2026
