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2025 King Arthur Tournament Sponsors

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Attention All San Diego Archers!

The King Arthur renaissance-themed tournament is our biggest festival event of the year.

Be sure to bring your family and friends to San Diego’s favorite archery event on Sunday, June 15th, 2025 (Fathers Day).

Food, snacks, and drinks will be available on the range.

Opportunity Drawing! So far, prizes include a top-of-the-line compound bow, recurve bows, compound and wooden arrows, target bags, etc. Please send an email to: info@sandiegoarchers.com,  if you have something you would like to donate (new equipment, high-quality equipment you are no longer using, gift cards, etc.).

Costumes. And don’t forget to wear your finest King Arthur-themed costume to receive a free opportunity ticket for prizes! We’re looking forward to seeing you all there in your finest traditional renaissance-ready archery gear.


Ye Olde To Do List:

1. Register Today


2. Print the King Arthur Tournament Scorecard and Waiver Form

The waiver is required for entry and may be completed at the visitor’s table.

3. Drive to Ye Tournament Grounds

(the Rube Powell Archery Range)

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2025 King Arthur Tournament Sponsors

And a hearty thank you to our sponsors for their generous support of the King Arthur’s Tournament this year!

Would you like to help sponsor The King Arthur’s Tournament? Please contact us at info@sandiegoarchers.com

Annual King Arthur Tournament Top Sponsors for 2025:

King Arthur Charger San Diego Archers – Club Prize Archery Bow, Quiver, Cards, Supplies, SDA tote bag, and more…
Bow and Arrow Shop Compound Bow, and other gear $1200
Easton Archery Easton Archery (2) 1/2 Dozen Easton Arrows $200
Willow Creek Willow Creek Archery TBD
Lionheart Academy Lionheart Academy  TBD
Lancaster Archery Lancaster Archery  TBD
Archery House Archery House  TBD
TVC.Net TVCNet Website Hosting
Take-down Bow Limb Covers / Sleeves
$30
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Welcome San Diego Archers

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The SDA is a very active archery club, sponsoring two shoots a month and three major tournaments a year. A 28 target 3D Round on the first Sunday of the month and a Club Championship Qualifying Round (28 target Animal, Field or Hunter Round) on the third Sunday of each month.

Each June SDA hosts the “King Arthur’s Day Tournament”, a 40 target novelty shoot with a medieval theme.

Would you like to attend SDA tournaments for free?
SDA holds a work party at our ranges each month. Contact us to see whether there are work party positions available before the next tournament and attend your next SDA shoot for free!

Targeting Change: Ellie Howe’s Mission to Bring Archery to East County

By Jim Walker, San Diego Archers

A New Landmark for East County Archers: The Kumeyaay Valley Range Opens

Opening Ceremony and Key Supporters

On May 14, 2025, I stood among friends, fellow archers, county leaders, and neighbors, all gathered under a clear Lakeside sky to watch a ribbon get cut—but this wasn’t just any ribbon. As a member of the San Diego Archers, I can say this day was a long time coming. The East County Archery Range at Kumeyaay Valley County Park is now open, and it’s more than just another target range. It’s a win for every East County archer who’s ever wished for a decent spot to shoot without trekking to Balboa Park.

Mariko Nakawatase, representing Supervisor Joel Anderson‘s office was there, along with Parks and Rec Director Jason Hemmens, and even a Navy SEAL turned adaptive archery advocate, Nicholas North. But one person really stole the show: Ellie Howe. She’s a powerhouse young archer, already on the US Under-18 Women’s Barebow Team, and she played a huge role in turning this dream into reality. The fact that she helped cut the ribbon felt like the perfect full-circle moment.

Ribbon-cutting ceremony for the East County Archery Range at Kumeyaay Valley County Park

Ribbon-cutting ceremony at the East County Archery Range. Image credit: Jim Walker

Why This Range Matters to East County Archers

To be honest, we’ve needed this range for a while. Until now, East County archers had nowhere public to practice. Most folks I shoot with either make the long drive to Morley Field or cobble together practice time in their backyards. Not ideal. Now, with the range just off Ashwood Street in Lakeside, it’s finally easy to walk out and get some real ends in without burning a gallon of gas. It’s open daily, it’s free to use, and yes—it’s ADA-compliant, which means everyone gets a shot. That’s how it should be.


East County Archery Range

View of the East County archery range. Image credit: Jim Walker

Meet Ellie Howe: Archer and Advocate

I’ve watched a lot of young archers rise up through the ranks, but Ellie’s different. She’s driven, sharp, and ridiculously talented. She picked up archery again in her early teens, and by the time most kids are still figuring out their anchor point, she was breaking records across California. In fact, she holds every California state record for U18 women’s barebow—and if that wasn’t enough, she’s gunning for a spot in the 2028 LA Olympics. And honestly? I’d put money on her making it.


Elizabeth 'Ellie' Howe, record-holding archer

Elizabeth ‘Ellie’ Howe, record-holding archer. Image credit: @ellie_archery AZ Cup 2025

Making Archery Accessible for Everyone

Here’s the thing about Ellie—she’s not just out to win medals. She gives back. She teaches at LionHeart Academy in El Cajon and puts just as much heart into mentoring as she does into training. When she noticed East County didn’t have a public range, she didn’t shrug it off. She started a petition, pulled in nearly 1,000 signatures, and teamed up with county officials. That’s leadership, plain and simple.

This range? It’s here because Ellie cared enough to do something. She wanted a place where anyone—from a curious kid to a seasoned bowhunter—could step onto a range and just shoot. No big fees. No long drives. No red tape. Just a clean shot at trying something new, or getting better at something you already love.

Community Impact and What’s Next

As someone who’s been part of San Diego Archers for a while, I can say this facility adds real value to our community. It brings people together, lowers the barrier to entry for new shooters, and gives us a place to gather and grow the sport. Whether you’re chasing podium finishes or just want to shoot straight and enjoy the day, this range delivers.

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Animal Round Results – May 18, 2025

Final Tournament Scores are In!

View the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Shooters Scores Below:

☞ View Complete Scores

1st, 2nd, and 3rd place pins are available for online-registered shooters only.

Notes:

1 Attended and did not register online for attendance or end of year awards.
12 Registered online and eligible for end of year awards.
11 Scores were posted. Corrections below: None.
11 Signed Waivers.

  • Tournament notes: Slight damp, 65 degrees F. Setup finished by 7:30 a.m. Nice! Volunteers included Russ, Nate, and Jim.
  • Misentered scores awaiting correction: None.
  • Scoring ties: None.
  • Late Score Postings (not previously included in the day-of tournament scores): None

* Scores must be submitted by 3 pm on the day of shoot to qualify for awards.

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