The tension was palpable at the Future Archery Pro Invitational Tournament. Thirty six young archers stood at the shooting line, bows drawn, eyes locked on targets downrange. One breath. One moment. One shot to prove months of practice wasn’t just talk.
Welcome to the Hidden Gems Archery #FutureArcheryPro Invitational Tournament, where December 13, 2025 became a day these students will never forget. Grover Cleveland High School transformed into an arena of focus, precision, and pure athletic determination. Nine schools sent their best. Thirty six competitors brought everything they had. And when the final arrow found its mark, champions emerged, records fell, and a community discovered just how powerful youth archery has become in NYC.
This wasn’t just another tournament. This was 121 point performances. Dead center X shots deciding championships. First place ties broken by millimeters. Elementary school students outshooting expectations. High schoolers deliver under pressure. This was the future of archery, happening right now at Future Archery Pro Invitational Tournament.
Champions Rise:
Future Archery Pro Invitational Tournament Results by Division
Elementary Girls: A Thrilling Tie at the Top
In an incredible display of precision, Felicia SG from PS 87M and Janalys T from CS 55X both scored 112 points to share the top spot! Felicia edged ahead on the tiebreaker with 2 X shots (dead center bullseyes) compared to Janalys’s 1 X. Sophia V from PS 70X claimed third with 87 points, while Darlenny H (73), Aaliyah B (69), and Andrea A (66), all from PS 70X, rounded out strong performances. Mackenzie W from PS 87M scored 54 points in her competitive debut.
Elementary Boys: Wiloys M Takes Command
Wiloys M from CS 55X dominated the elementary boys division with 84 points, showcasing consistency and control beyond his years. Axel G from PS 70X followed with 79 points, and Nathan A (PS 70X, 73 points) secured third. Christopher M from CS 55X scored 69, Million R from CS 55X earned 60 points in a competitive field.
Middle School Girls: Monica TT Hits the Century Mark
Monica TT from IS 117X absolutely crushed it with 100 points, the highest score among all middle school girls. Angie G from IS 5Q followed with 84 points, while Eudora L (IS 5Q) scored 79. Isabelle H from JHS 190Q and Genesis B from IS 5Q both tied at 73 points, with Isabelle claiming the edge with 1 X shot. Alyson A (IS 5Q, 53) and Savannah B (JHS 190Q, 29) competed with determination.
Middle School Boys: Emmanuel C Dominates with 121 Points
Emmanuel C from IS 117X delivered the performance of the tournament, scoring an incredible 121 points to claim the middle school boys championship. Hayden F from JHS 22X earned second with 107 points, while Cheick K (JHS 22X) scored 105 for third place. Lucien L from IS 5Q hit 99 points, Jaden D (JHS 22X) scored 93, and both Aarav P (IS 5Q) and Zaire T (JHS 22X) tied at 87 points, with Aarav winning the tiebreaker with 3 X shots. Curtis M from JHS 22X rounded out the division with 59 points.
High School Girls: Yanina N Leads the Way
Yanina N from Grover Cleveland High School topped the high school girls division with 54 points, showing promise for future competitions. Rachel U (GCHS) scored 5 points in her tournament debut.
High School Boys: Dillon B Claims Victory
Dillon B from Grover Cleveland High School took the high school boys title with 102 points, narrowly edging out Manuel A from High School for Excellence and Innovation (HSEI) who scored 100. Wallin NR (HSEI, 87) and Elias R (HSEI, 82) both delivered solid performances. Alejandro A (GCHS) scored 76, Lito MR (GCHS) earned 69, and Ean R (GCHS) finished with 35 points.
School Rankings: IS 117X Takes the Crown
Based on the average scores of each school’s top three archers, IS 117X claimed the overall school championship with an impressive 110.5 average. JHS 22X secured second place with 101.6, followed by IS 5Q (90.0), HSEI (89.6), and CS 55X (88.3). PS 87M averaged 83.0, Grover Cleveland HS scored 82.3, PS 70X hit 79.6, and JHS 190Q rounded out the rankings at 51.0.
Why Does This Tournament –Future Archery Pro Invitational Tournament Matters?
Behind every score is a story. That 121 points Emmanuel C earned? That represents months of practice perfecting his anchor point and release. The tie between Felicia and Janalys? That’s two young athletes pushing each other to excellence. This is what our mission at Hidden Gems Archery creates: pathways for students to discover their potential through focus, discipline, and dedication.
Our programs prove that archery transforms lives. Students build confidence, improve focus, develop patience, and learn that success comes from consistent effort. Teachers report better classroom concentration. Parents see increased self discipline at home. And students? They find a sport where they can truly shine.
Gratitude and Next Steps
Massive thanks to Grover Cleveland High School for hosting an outstanding event at Future Archery Pro Invitational Tournament. To every coach, teacher, and family member who supported these athletes, you made this possible. And to all 36 competitors: you showed up, you competed with honor, and you proved that the future of NYC archery is incredibly bright.
Download the complete official results here and see every detail from the tournament.
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