Sparta, Wisconsin – Team Mathews finished the ASA season strong at the final Pro/Am of the year located in Cullman, Alabama, claiming 7 podiums overall and adding 4 Shooter of the Year titles to the resumé.
Team Shooter Dan McCarthy finished the last event of the year in 3rd place, securing critical points to earn the Men’s Pro Shooter of the Year title for the fourth year in a row with a Mathews in hand.
“Capping off my 21st professional archery season with a Shooter of the Year title is truly a blessing,” stated McCarthy. “I couldn’t be more thankful for my teammates and competitors who push me to do my best, the companies that support me, the fans who are constantly giving me uplifting words of support, and for the opportunity to chase these dreams”.
Women’s Pro Shooter, Cara Kelly, capitalized on another great season by claiming 3rd place this weekend, taking home another Shooter of the Year title for Team Mathews in back-to-back seasons.
In Men’s Known Pro, Team Shooter Kyle Douglas’ outstanding performances throughout this year’s ASA season earned him the rights to the Men’s Known Pro Shooter of the Year for the third year in a row.
Adding onto the team’s success, Team Shooter Tim Gillingham produced a dominant performance at the final Pro/Am of the year, taking 1st place and claiming the Shooter of the Year title in Senior Known Pro.
“The Classic was a great way to close out another amazing ASA season for Team Mathews,” stated Mathews Pro Staff Manager Derek Phillips. “Seeing McCarthy, Kelly, and Douglas defend the Shooter of the Year title multiple years in a row is a true testament to the hard work and dedication of our team, and the bows we’ve worked so hard on to perfect.”
Overall, Team Mathews had an outstanding event claiming 4 Shooter of the Year titles and 7 podiums across 4 Divisions including:
Shooter of the Year
Dan McCarthy – Men’s Pro
Cara Kelly – Women’s Pro
Kyle Douglas – Men’s Known Pro
Tim Gillingham – Senior Known Pro
Men’s Pro
Mason Dowell – 2nd Place
Dan McCarthy – 3rd Place
Men’s Known Pro
Jeff Raney – 3rd Place
Women’s Pro
Emily McCarthy – 2nd Place
Cara Kelly – 3rd Place
Senior Known Pro
Tim Gillingham – 1st Place
Rick Baker – 3rd Place
