Quicks Team Shooter - Sophie Merrick
Summary
| Club: | Oxford University Company of Archers |
| County: | Oxfordshire |
| Age: | 22 |
| Years shooting: | 12 |
| Job: | Phychology university student |
Equipment specification being used for 2025
| Bow make and model: | PSE performan x sd |
| Indoor Arrows: | Easton ACC |
| Nocks and Vanes on indoor arrows: | Beiter hunter nocks and vanetec swift |
| Sight: | Shibuya sight and 10zone scope |
| Arrow Rest or Launcher: | Freak show |
| Bowstring material: | Reign x99 |
How did you get into archery?
Tried it at school and didn’t want to stop.
What are your archery performance highlights?
Under 18 national champion, multiple national records including a perfect Bristol III.
What are your goals for 2025 and beyond?
Improve my national ranking and place at BUCs.
Who has been most influential in helping you get to your current level?
My coach Nat and Les MacPherson who have always supported me throughout my archery career.
Who is your most admired archer?
Sara Lopez
What advice can you give to up and coming new archers?
Shoot because you love the sport and that passion will drive you to achieve what may seem impossible. While surrounding yourself with people who encourage and want to see you succeed.