Texas National Archery in Schools Program

The Austin area schools gathered together yesterday do to recognize their High School All State Team kids as well as recognize several Middle School All City Team archers. These kids where nominated and selected by the coaches from across the city. It was a pleasure to be there and help hand out these awards

TAIC Speaker Showcase: Day 6!

This week and next week we will feature a different speaker and presentation from the upcoming TAIC 2026, June 7-9 in Austin, Texas.

Todays Spotlight: Adam Lewis, TPWD

Presentation Title: "Where Arrows Meet Impact: Building Community Connections"

Description: Adam Lewis is the North Texas Archery Specialist for TPWD’s Texas Archery Programs. Before joining the team in 2022, Adam was a NASP coach for 8 yrs and his teams won multiple state championships becoming one of the top programs in the nation. Adam contributes a huge majority of his success as a coach to his ability to make connections with his athletes and the community he served in. He is excited to share some of the secrets and insights he learned along the way and help you connect with your athletes and community, in a new and meaningful way.

For more details on TAIC 2026 please visit: https://naspbai.org/ClassView.aspx?cid=17435

TAIC Speaker Showcase: Day 5!

This week and next week we will feature a different speaker and presentation from the upcoming TAIC 2026, June 7-9 in Austin, Texas.

Todays Spotlight: Immanuel Salas, TPWD

Presentation Title: "Texas Parks and Wildlife Recreation Grants: Opportunities for Funding Shooting Sport Programs"

Session 2: "Range of Opportunities: Eligibility and Overview of the Target Range Grant"

Description: The Target Range Grant (TRG) awards federal funds for projects that provide recreational access to target ranges for the general public. Archery, air rifle, indoor and outdoor ranges are eligible. New construction, renovation and equipment are eligible. Is your organization, partner organization or project eligible?

For more details on TAIC 2026 please visit: https://naspbai.org/ClassView.aspx?cid=17435

TAIC Speaker Showcase: Day 4!

This week and next week we will feature a different speaker and presentation from the upcoming TAIC 2026, June 7-9 in Austin, Texas.

Todays Spotlight: Jessica Lagalo, TPWD

Session Title: "Texas Parks and Wildlife Recreation Grants: Opportunities for Funding Shooting Sport Programs"

Session 1: "Targeting Success: Eligibility and Overview of the Community Outdoor Outreach Program (CO-OP) Grant". Presented by Jessica Lagalo (Session 2 will be featured tomorrow)

Description: Could your archery program be a good fit for the TPWD CO-OP grant program? This grant provides funding to tax-exempt organizations that want to connect underrepresented audiences with TPWD sites, programs, and staff (including archery!) and can help your program overcome the financial roadblocks of staffing, training, equipment, and transportation. This presentation will also highlight a few current and past grant funded archery projects to help inspire you!

For more details on TAIC 2026 please visit: https://naspbai.org/ClassView.aspx?cid=17435

TAIC Speaker Showcase: Day 3!

This week and next week we will feature a different speaker and presentation from the upcoming TAIC 2026, June 7-9 in Austin, Texas.

Todays Spotlight: Tyler Baack, Palestine ISD

Presentation: "How to Win Families and Influence Archers: Effective Communication"

Background: Tyler Baack is a 5th Grade Math teacher and Archery Coach with Palestine ISD. He has coached archery for the past six years and was introduced to archery only seven years ago through another coach who needed help running the school's archery program. When he sees the positive impact that archery has on the students and families, it motivates him to continue coaching and see students grow their skills and confidence!

Description: Using strategies once taught by Dale Carnegie (and others), this presentation will equip coaches on how to navigate interpersonal relationships with families and archers. By doing this successfully, coaches can win over the support of an archer's family and help every archer reach their potential.

For more details on TAIC 2026 please visit: https://naspbai.org/ClassView.aspx?cid=17435

TAIC Speaker Showcase: Day 2!
This week and next week we will feature a different speaker and presentation from the upcoming TAIC 2026, June 7-9 in Austin, Texas.

Todays Spotlight: Our Keynote Speaker, Jacob Thompson

Presentation: "Building Trust with Athletes, Parents, Community & College Coaches"

Background: Jacob has decades of experience working with volleyball athletes, including not only day-to-day coaching but also travelling with his team for competitions. He will share that experience and help demonstrate that any sport can be a resource to learn how to become a better archery instructor/coach.

Description: Learn how to build meaningful athletic relationships that create trust, connection, and long-term impact. This session will provide practical strategies for strengthening relationships with athletes, parents, communities, and college coaches.

For more details on TAIC 2026 please visit: https://naspbai.org/ClassView.aspx?cid=17435

With the 2025-26 school year coming to and end, it's time to report your archery hours to www.naspbai.org
An annual report is required each year to keep your certification active.

NASP® - National Archery In The Schools Program - BAI Manager

TAIC Speaker Showcase: Day 1!

This week and next week we will feature a different speaker and presentation from the upcoming TAIC 2026, June 7-9 in Austin, Texas.

Todays Spotlight:
Presentation: "After the Last Arrow: What’s Next for NASP Seniors"

Speaker: Justice Sears

Background: Justice is a NASP Alumni student who runs Compound Barebow Chronicles on YouTube. Justice has been volunteering with the Texas Archery Program since he graduated and is set to become an Area Chief later this summer!

Description: In this session Justice will explore the gap between school archery programs and lifelong participation in the sport. Through a personal story of nearly leaving archery after high school before discovering Barebow Compound and the larger archery community at The Vegas Shoot, this presentation highlights practical ways coaches can help students transition into long-term involvement in archery. Attendees will leave with ideas for increasing retention, exposing students to new disciplines, and creating clearer pathways beyond the NASP program.

For more details on TAIC 2026 please visit: https://naspbai.org/ClassView.aspx?cid=17435

Calling All Texas Archery Instructors!

We’re excited to announce the 2026 Texas Archery Instructors Conference (TAIC) hosted by Texas Parks and Wildlife!

Austin, TX
June 7–9, 2026

This year’s theme: “Building Relationships”
We’re focusing on strengthening connections between:
 Coach & Athlete
 Athlete & Athlete
 Parent & Athlete
 Coach & Team

Each day this week and next we will feature one speaker and detail their background and presentation topic!

Register here: https://naspbai.org/ClassView.aspx?cid=17435

Get a hotel room at the group rate: The hotel deadline was May 20th, please email the hotel group event coordinator for a room: [email protected]

Enjoy networking, hands-on sessions, great food, and time with fellow instructors from across Texas.

Let’s make this the best TAIC yet!