Kyle Douglas of Team Mathews won first place in the Men's division at the 2026 NFAA Marked 3D National Championships in Redding, California. Team Mathews earned five podium finishes, including victories by Tim Audus in the Senior division and second-place finishes by Beretta McKee and Katelyn Bordwell in the Women's division.
Team Mathews delivered a commanding performance at the 2026 Camp Minden ASA, securing three Pro division wins and eleven podium finishes overall. Notable winners included Kyle Douglas, Randy Morocco, and Jack Wallace, with Derek Phillips, Mathews Pro Staff Manager, praising the team's depth and consistency across divisions.
Barnett Crossbows introduces the Recruit XP, a budget-friendly crossbow designed for beginner hunters and youth. Featuring the TriggerTech trigger system, 350 feet per second speed, and an easy rope-cocking mechanism, the Recruit XP delivers reliable performance without unnecessary complexity or cost.
Team Mathews achieved historic success at the 2026 Gator Cup in Sparta, Wisconsin, with Jimmy Lutz setting a new 72-arrow 50-meter compound world record of 719 points. Kyle Douglas finished third in Compound Men's, while Olivia Dean claimed the Compound Women's title.
Easton Archery's X10 arrow dominated the 2026 Hyundai Archery World Cup Stage 1 in Puebla, Mexico, with all individual gold medalists using X10 shafts. Winners included Zhu Jingyi, Brady Ellison, Sara Lopez, and Matthias Fullerton across recurve and compound categories.
The 60th Vegas Shoot showcased record-setting performances with widespread adoption of Easton X27 arrow shafts among top compound archers. Mike Schloesser won his third title, Ella Gibson claimed her first championship, and Brady Ellison earned his record 12th Vegas Shoot title in recurve competition.
Team Mathews dominated the 2026 ASA Pro/Am at Uchee Creek in Russell County, Alabama, winning four of six pro divisions with eight podium finishes overall. Brady Myers, Cara Kelly, Chris Perkins, and Ryan Jeffries led the victories for the Sparta, Wisconsin-based archery company at the challenging 3D event.
Barnett introduces the Hyper Raptor TREX crossbow for spring turkey hunting, featuring a compact 7.25-inch axle-to-axle design, 440 feet per second bolt speed, and TriggerTech trigger system. The lightweight 8.2-pound crossbow excels in ground blinds and run-and-gun hunting scenarios.
Barnett® unveils the Hyper Raptor GTX™, a high-performance crossbow launching arrows at 425 FPS with advanced features including the Halo System, TriggerTech™ Frictionless Release Technology, and Rope Hold™ Roller Ball technology. The package includes premium optics options, HyperFlite™ arrows, and accessories for immediate hunting readiness.
Team Mathews dominated the 2026 ASA Pro/Am in Foley, Alabama, winning four of six pro divisions with eight podium finishes. Notable winners included Kyle Douglas in Men's Known Pro, Cara Kelly in Women's Pro, and Jack Wallace in Senior Pro, with Derek Phillips crediting the team's strong execution and mental focus.
Easton introduces the Easton 5.0 hunting arrow and Match Grade 5MM Half-Out Component system, featuring seamless Acu-Carbon construction for versatile high-speed or high-FOC setups. The USA-manufactured system offers excellent spine consistency, reduced wind drift, and strong downrange energy with available spine sizes from 200 to 500.
Easton announces the 5MM Steel HIT Break-Off Insert, an adjustable steel accessory for archers that allows weight adjustment from 50 to 75 grains. The stainless steel insert is four times stronger than brass or aluminum and is compatible with all Easton 5mm arrow shafts.
Team Mathews shooter Kyle Douglas won first place in the Open Pro division at the 2026 Lancaster Archery Classic in Pennsylvania, securing the team's third consecutive indoor victory. Teammates Bodie Turner and Tim Audus also earned podium finishes in their respective divisions.
Team Mathews dominated the 2026 NFAA Rushmore Rumble in Indianapolis, with Bodie Turner, Kyle Douglas, and Levi Reitsma all posting perfect 900 scores in the Championship Compound Open division. Turner claimed first place in a shoot-off, while Randy Morocco and Tim Audus finished second and third in the Senior division.
Barnett announces the remodeled XPX Series crossbows, combining heritage with innovation. The lineup includes the XPX 420™ launching bolts at 420 FPS, the XPX 410™ at 410 FPS, and the XPX 400™ at 400 FPS, each featuring advanced engineering for hunters demanding speed, precision, and reliability.
Barnett introduces the Wildcat Ultralight DC crossbow, combining the proven Wildcat series platform with enhanced lightweight design. The crossbow launches bolts at 410 feet per second with 142 ft-lbs of kinetic energy, features a compact 6.75-inch axle-to-axle width, and includes safety systems like Anti-Dry Fire technology and a de-cocking mechanism.
Barnett introduces the Hyper Raptor GTX crossbow, launching specialized 20" HyperFlite arrows at 425 FPS with advanced features including the Halo System, Rope Hold Roller Ball technology, and TriggerTech Frictionless Release Technology. The package includes premium optics options, arrows, and accessories for hunters seeking high-performance reliability.
Mathews announced its 2026 Contingency Programs offering over $1.5 million in monetary payouts to professional and amateur archers at ASA, IBO, and NFAA sanctioned events. The program includes a Bridge-Lock Stabilizer Contingency option, with Pro Staff Manager Derek Phillips highlighting opportunities for both Team Shooters and undiscovered competitors.
Already crowned “Best Crossbow” and “Most Accurate Crossbow” by Outdoor Life, the Turbo X takes precision to unprecedented levels with the new Vision HD Digital Rangefinding Scope.
TenPoint Crossbow Technologies unveiled the new TX Ultra 26.5, their shortest forward draw crossbow ever equipped with their new Vision™ HD Digital Rangefinding Scope. The TX Ultra 26.5 shoots 410 FPS and features Twin-Riser Technology™ (TRT), a custom TriggerTech Trigger, and an AR-Style Ambidextrous Thumb Safety.