SAAM’s History

Since its establishment in 1995, SAAM has supported regional clubs, hosted state and national USA Archery sanctioned tournaments, and encouraged youth archers through scholarships.  The Board of Directors (BoD) is comprised of nine elected volunteer members and meets monthly.

Originally using borrowed equipment to host shoots, SAAM maintains 50 target stands and 42 bales, an electronic timing system, and a full complement of equipment used to host both indoor and outdoor Massachusetts state championship shoots, additional summer outdoor events, and the regional USA Archery Indoor/JOAD Nationals, currently held annually in Fiskdale. Stands and bales are available for local programs to borrow on a BoD-approved basis.

Each year SAAM provides scholarships to MA youth archers who demonstrate a commitment to the archery community.

SAAM maintains a database of regional USA Archery Judges and assists clubs in scheduling and compensating judges for USA Archery sanctioned events.

SAAM is proud to support the Massachusetts Amateur Sports Foundation (MASF). Currently, SAAM is partnering with the MetroWest YMCA Family Outdoor Center to host the annual Bay State Games archery tournament.