Competitions and Achievement Badges at Hull Archery Club
Welcome to Hull Archery Club, a welcoming community for archers of all abilities. Whether you’re aiming for personal bests or enjoying friendly challenges, our range of archery competitions and achievement badges adds excitement and motivation to every session.
All badge attempts are completed at 30 yards using a full-size 120cm target face, unless otherwise specified. Participation is optional and open to members of all disciplines, including Freestyle, Barebow, and Recurve. Explore our most popular events and see which badges you can earn.
The 252 Challenge: Odd Scores Only
In this unique scoring challenge, archers shoot 36 arrows at a 120cm target from 30 yards. The goal is to score 252 points or more, but only odd-numbered scoring zones count toward your total:
- White = 1 point
- Black = 3 points
- Blue = 5 points
- Red = 7 points
- Yellow = 9 points
This mental and physical test rewards consistency and precision. It’s one of our most talked-about events and ideal for archers looking to improve focus under unusual scoring rules.
Portsmouth Scoring Challenge
The Portsmouth event is a standard format used worldwide to track archery progress. You will shoot 60 arrows in total — ten ends of six arrows each, at a 120cm target from 30 yards.
Badges are awarded based on your final score, encouraging continuous improvement:
Compete in Freestyle (with sights) or Barebow (no sighting aids). Track your progress over time and aim for higher milestones throughout the season.
Perfect End Badge
Achieving a perfect 60-point end is impressive. Doing it with six Xs is legendary. The Perfect End badge is awarded to any archer who scores maximum points, all arrows in the inner 10 ring, during a single end of six arrows at 30 yards.
This rare feat demands flawless form and intense concentration. Can you land six Xs in one round?
Sergeant Major Badge
Inspired by military insignia, the Sergeant Major badge tests both precision and variety. To earn it, you must hit one arrow in each scoring zone: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, and X, all within a single six-arrow end.
No repeats allowed. This badge is notoriously difficult and a true mark of controlled accuracy.
Golden Apple Badge
Named after the legendary William Tell, the Golden Apple badge celebrates precision — safely. No fruit is harmed at Hull Archery Club, but we do reward archers who demonstrate exceptional control.
To earn this badge, hit the yellow zone (inner 10 and 9 rings) with three arrows in one end at 30 yards. A great milestone for improving archers.
Golden Compass Badge
The Golden Compass badge represents direction, focus, and accuracy. To qualify, land four arrows in the yellow zone during a single end from 30 yards.
This achievement shows growing consistency and tight grouping under pressure.
Golden Eagle Badge
Take your accuracy to new heights with the Golden Eagle badge. Hit the yellow zone with five arrows in one end at full distance to earn this prestigious award.
It’s a significant step up in performance and a sign that you’re mastering tight groupings at 30 yards.
Golden Dice Badge
The ultimate test of consistency: hit the yellow zone with all six arrows in a single end. Like rolling a six on the dice, this feat requires skill, patience, and composure.
One of the hardest badges to earn, wear it with pride if you achieve it.
Rainbow 300 Badge
A twist on the classic Portsmouth round: the Rainbow 300 uses only half of the target face, making accurate aiming significantly harder.
Shoot 60 arrows from 30 yards and score 300 or more points to claim this badge. With less target area, every shot counts double.
Perfect X Badge
One arrow. One shot. One goal. The Perfect X badge is earned by cleanly removing the X from the centre of the target at 30 yards.
Simple in concept, satisfying in execution, a great first achievement for new archers.
Bee Badge
Buzz into action with the Bee Badge. To earn it, all six arrows in a single end must land in either the black or yellow rings.
Acceptable combinations include:
- 1 yellow and 5 blacks
- 2 yellows and 4 blacks
- 3 yellows and 3 blacks
- 4 yellows and 2 blacks
- 5 yellows and 1 black
- 6 yellows
Hitting any other colour invalidates the attempt. Focus and discipline are key.
Expert Marksman Badge
Inspired by Robin Hood’s legendary arrow-splitting feat, the Expert Marksman badge rewards incredible precision.
To qualify, you must either split an arrow nock or completely destroy an arrow already in the target, using your own equipment.
Note: This does not apply to club-owned arrows. Attempt at your own risk.
The Woodpecker Badge
We all know someone who occasionally misses the target entirely. The Woodpecker badge humorously recognises those moments when your arrow hits the backstop or frame instead.
While not a technical achievement, it’s part of the archery experience, and sometimes earns bragging rights of a different kind!
Jammy Shot Badge
Every archer has one: a shot that defies logic, technique, and probability. Maybe it bounced off a leaf, curved mid-air, or just magically found the gold.
The Jammy Shot badge commemorates those unbelievable, fluke moments that leave everyone laughing and slightly jealous.
Edge Master Badge
The Edge Master badge is awarded to archers who consistently hit the very outer edge of the target without scoring any points.
It may not be intentional, but it takes a certain level of control to graze the edge repeatedly. Recognised for its rarity and entertainment value, this badge is a cult favourite among members.
Join Hull Archery Club Today
Whether you’re chasing competitive goals or just want to enjoy archery in a friendly environment, our club offers something for everyone. Participate in weekly challenges, earn collectable badges, and become part of a supportive archery community in Hull.
Visit our website to learn about membership, beginner sessions, and upcoming events.