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59th Silver Dollar - Double American (UKRS) Competition, 2026
This year’s Silver Dollar saw a record number of entries from across the country, including one archer who travelled all the way from Cornwall. It was a great day of archery, made even more memorable by eight UK records being claimed by four archers.
The competition featured the challenging Double American round, where archers shoot 30 arrows at each of three distances: 60, 50 and 40 yards. This sequence is then repeated, creating two full American rounds and providing a real test of accuracy, consistency and endurance.
A total of 53 archers gathered on a particularly breezy Sunday morning to begin shooting. Despite the conditions, the standard of archery was excellent, with the top three places in several categories being decided by less than a handful of points.
The event was enjoyed by everyone in attendance, including the archers, judges, spectators and the dedicated club volunteers who had spent weeks preparing for the competition. Their hard work ensured the field was set up to a professional standard and that the day ran smoothly.
Four archers are claiming eight UK records at the event:
Bill Wilson of Lizard Peninsula Bowmen, shooting in the Barebow division, smashed the current UK records for the 50+ Open Double American and the 50+ Open American. Given the distance he travelled from Cornwall, it certainly proved to be a worthwhile journey.
Polly Davis of Eccles Archery Club Ltd, who achieved UK records for the Compound 50+ Female Double American and 50+ Female American at last year’s Silver Dollar, improved on those scores this year to claim the records once again.
Shelia Hudson of White Rose Archers, shooting in the Longbow division, exceeded the current UK records for the 50+ Female Double American and the 50+ Female American.
Sue Wolfendale of Clwyd Archers, shooting in the Recurve division, exceeded the current UK records for the 50+ Female Double American and the 50+ Female American.
Well done to everyone who took part and in particular to the archers claiming a UK record. We hope to see you all next year, our 60th Silver Dollar competition.
Published on: 01-06-2026