GOTHAM ARCHERY
LEAGUE BROOKLYN

Where progress matters more than perfection

A FUN, SOCIAL, AND COMPETITIVE WAY TO DO ARCHERY

Looking for a reason to shoot regularly, meet other archers, and challenge yourself in a low pressure environment? Gotham Archery Leagues are designed to be fun, welcoming, and fair—whether you’re fairly new to archery or a seasoned shooter.

Our leagues focus on consistency, community, and friendly competition. Thanks to our handicap scoring system, archers of different experience levels can compete on an even playing field.

Bring your own equipment – Unlimited Compound, Bowhunter Compound, Olympic Recurve, Barebow or Horsebow – or rent equipment from us.

League at glance

Skill level: Open to all (Handicap-based scoring for fair competition)

Format: 45 arrows at 20 yards (rental equioment shoots at 15 yards)

Schedule: 4 leagues per year; Mon. or Wed. (separate leagues)12 weeks per league (Summer League: 8 weeks)

Time: League starts at 7:00 pm · Free practice from 6:00 pmTeams: 10 teams, 4 archers per team (40 archers max)

Equipment: Bring your own or rent equipment

Price: $25 per session · $5/session goes into the prize pot

Prizes: Cash prizes for the top 3 teams

Vibe: Fun, social, and low-pressure

League Dates

Spring League 2026:	Monday: April 6 – June 22 Wednesday: April 8 – June 24
Winter League 2026:	Monday: January 5 – March 23 Wednesday: January 7 – March 25
Summer League 2026:	Monday: July 6 – August 24 Wednesday: July 8 – August 26
Fall League 2026:	Monday: August 31 – November 16 Wednesday: September 2 – November 18

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League schedule & format

We run four leagues per year.

Each league lasts 12 weeks (Summer League runs for 8 weeks)
Leagues shoot on Mondays and Wednesdays

Monday and Wednesday sessions are independent, with separate standings. Choose the night that works best for you.

That means 8 total league sessions per year (4 seasons × 2 nights).

What league night is like

League night is structured, friendly, and very much a highlight of the week:

Structured scoring and plenty of shooting time
Shoot weekly with the same crew
Encouragement, banter, and good vibes throughout the night

After shooting, many league participants choose to head out for drinks nearby to continue hanging out and getting to know each other. These post-league outings are informal and organized by league members themselves (they are not hosted, managed, or affiliated with Gotham Archery).

As a perk of league night, participants often receive a discounted first round of drinks at a nearby bar.

Who is our archery league for?

Leagues are ideal if you:

Want a reason to shoot consistently
Enjoy friendly competition without intimidation
Are comfortable shooting safely on your own

You do not need to be an expert to join. Many league members use the league as a way to improve their shooting over time while having fun.

Fair competition with a handicap system

Our handicap system adjusts scores based on shooting level, allowing newer and experienced archers to compete together. Standings reward consistency and improvement, not just raw score.

The result? Close matches, exciting standings, and a league where everyone has a real chance to succeed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. If you can safely shoot a full end on your own, you’re ready. The handicap system keeps things fair at every level.
Missing a session won’t remove you from the league. We understand that schedules can change, and we’ve built flexibility into the format.
- Makeup scores can be shot during regular lane rental hours, either ahead of time or during the week of the missed league night
- Makeup scorecards must be submitted by closing on Saturday of the same week to count
- Makeups cannot be submitted after the final league date
If you’re unable to submit a makeup score for a given week, we will use the average of your previous three scores for that week. This helps keep team matchups and standings fair while allowing you to stay competitive.
League scoring is structured to be competitive, fair, and transparent—at both the individual and team level.
- Each week, archers shoot a 45-arrow round, divided into three games
- Each game consists of five ends
- Weeks 1 and 2 are used to establish individual handicaps
- Scoring and team competition begin in Week 3
- After Week 2, the two highest raw-scoring archers from each bow discipline become team captains
- The 10 team captains then draft three additional archers to form their teams
- Captains are provided with raw scores, handicap scores, and shooting style information to help create balanced teams
- Starting in Week 3, teams compete head-to-head each week
- Each team will shoot against every other team once before the league ends
- For each game, individual raw + handicap scores are combined to calculate the team’s game score
- Each week features three possible game points (one per game)
- A game win earns 1 point
- Ties split the point between both teams
- Team scores are finalized weekly and posted online so archers can track individual, team, and division standings
- The team with the most total game points at the end of the league wins
- If teams in the top three are tied, one archer from each tied team will shoot a three-end tiebreaker to determine final placement
The system rewards consistency, teamwork, and improvement—while keeping weekly matchups close and exciting.
No. Rental equipment is available, or you’re welcome to bring your own gear. Equipment rental will be an additional $15 per week.
Monday and Wednesday leagues are separate, with independent standings. Most archers choose one night but you can of course sign up for both days!

INTERESTED IN JOINING LEAGUE?

Registration opens before each season and spots are limited. Check the current league schedule or contact us with any questions!

Submitting this form does not register you for a league. It simply lets us know you’re interested. When registration opens for a specific league, we’ll email you with full details and instructions on how to officially sign up.

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