Archery at the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles

Overview

Archery will be one of the featured sports at the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles (LA28), showcasing precision, focus, and athletic skill. The competitions will take place at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California, a venue renowned for hosting major international sporting events【2】【3】.

Events

Archery at LA28 will include both recurve and compound bow disciplines:

• Men’s Recurve Individual and Team

• Women’s Recurve Individual and Team

• Mixed Recurve Team

• Mixed Compound Team (Olympic debut)【1】【2】

The introduction of compound archery marks a historic milestone, as it will be the first time compound bows are featured in Olympic competition【3】.

Venue

• Location: Carson, California

• Stadium: Dignity Health Sports Park (home of LA Galaxy soccer team)

• Features: State-of-the-art facilities, previously hosted the 2003 FIFA Women’s World Cup final【3】【4】.

Archery events will be staged on the main stadium field, following the Rugby Sevens tournament【2】【4】.

Historical Context

Archery made its Olympic debut in 1900 and was among the first sports to include women, starting in 1904【1】. Since then, it has become a staple of the Games, known for its high-pressure knockout format where a single millimeter can determine victory.

Significance for LA28

• Innovation: The debut of compound archery adds a new dimension to the sport.

• Inclusivity: Both Olympic and Paralympic archery will be held at the same venue, highlighting accessibility and unity【2】.

• National Pride: As host nation, the USA will have full quotas for both Olympic and Paralympic archery, ensuring strong representation【2】.