SACRAMENTO, Calif., Oct. 9 -- The California Department of Fish and Wildlife issued the following press release:

Emerald High School in Dublin achieved a first this year for California's scholastic archery programs, qualifying to compete in the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) Championship in Daytona Beach, Fla. The school's achievement marks a breakthrough for youth archery in California and highlights the growth and success of the state's scholastic archery programs.

The 2026 NASP Championship, held June 18-20 at the Ocean Center, brought together top student archers from across the United States and Canada for elite bullseye and 3-D competitions. Emerald High competed exclusively in the bullseye division, advancing after ...