USA Archery has partnered with Move United to develop Para archery ©USA Archery

USA Archery has partnered with Move United as it looks to develop its cooperative partnerships to grow Para archery, introduce adaptive athletes to the sport and provide them with the resources and opportunities to develop into high-performing archers.

Move United is a non-profit organisation devoted to the promotion of Parasports among youth and adults across the United States.

"USA Archery is committed to reaching new audiences and providing increased opportunities for Para athlete growth and development," said USA Archery chief of sport performance and organisational development Mary Emmons.

"From grassroots to gold medals, there is a place for everyone within USA Archery’s clubs, programs and events.

"Beginning in 2022, Para divisions are now offered at JOAD Target Nationals and JOAD Indoor Nationals to create new competitive pathways for disabled youth athletes.

"In addition, USA Archery will continue to partner with adaptive youth-serving organisations and military event organisers to reach new participants."

The two organisations have already produced the "adaptive archery manual and video series" to help newcomers in the sport.

USA Archery partnered with Move United in line with its 2022-2028 Para high performance plan ©Getty Images
USA Archery partnered with Move United in line with its 2022-2028 Para high performance plan ©Getty Images

"Move United is excited to partner with USA Archery to grow the sport among athletes with disabilities," said Jessica Cloy, competition manager for Move United.

"This partnership aligns with our mission to develop independence, confidence, and fitness among athletes with disabilities through participation in community sports, including competition, recreation and educational programs.

"Through this collaboration, we hope to increase the opportunities available for athletes to compete at the grassroots level and up."

USA Archery sought out the partnership with Move United in alignment with its 2022-2028 Para high performance plan which was developed in collaboration with the Para athlete advisory council.

By 2028, its ultimate goal in elite Para archery is to see more medals won at Los Angeles 2028 than in any other Paralympic Games and for the US to be seen as the dominant country in Para archery.