Zoie Thompson- Staff Shooter
My greatest archery achievement to date is breaking a World Record in the 150 Elimination Match at the Buckeye Classic
in July of 2021. I scored a 149/150 at 50 Meters. I also earned a spot on the United States Archery Team as a first year
Cadet. Another highlight from my 2021 season was trying out for the Youth World Team. I won 5 of my 7 matches but
came into trials with lower points which placed me in 4th as an alternate for the team. I have been shooting archery for 8
years now. Some other achievements was taking 2nd place in Vegas in 2018 and winning Outdoor Nationals 2 years in a
row. Archery has given me a whole new circle of peers who I can call my archery friends and family. Everyone is so
supportive of me in reaching my goals and because of them I am a better person.
Some goals for the upcoming 2022 season: I would like to make the USAT team for the second year in a row. I will be
attending Indoor Nationals, Gator Cup, JOAD Nationals and the Buckeye Classic. I will also be attending Vegas, First
Dakota Classic, and Outdoor Nationals with a wide range of other tournaments throughout the year. I am also working on
achieving my Gold Indoor and Outdoor Achievement Pins for JOAD. Now that I am 15, I also plan to do the level 1 USA
Coaching course so I can be more helpful in my local archery club.
2021
USA Indoor Nationals, CADET 2nd place
Indoor National JOAD/ Cadet, 10th place
SD State JOAD/Cadet, 1st place
SD State USA Indoor/Cadet/ 1st place
Rushmore Rumble/YFFS, 6th place
ND State Indoor/YFFS, 1st place
Virtual Vegas/YFFS 4th place
Gator Cup/Cadet, 8th place
MN State 900/Adult, 1st place
MN State 50M/Adult, 1st place
Outdoor JOAD Nationals/Cadet, 2nd place
NFAA First Dakota Classic/YFFS, 2nd place
NFAA Outdoor Nationals/YFFS, 2nd place
Buckeye Classic/Cadet, 1st place
North State Open and Voyageur Cup/Cadet, 1st place
I am shooting R-strings and Cables and have been extremely happy with them. I will continue to support Rick and his
company because he has always been so supportive of me. I couldn’t have asked for anyone better than Rick to teach
me (and my parents) everything we need to know about archery. He is always ready, available and willing to help in any
way possible. Without Rick’s support and guidance I wouldn’t be the shooter I am today. Thank you Rick and R-Strings
and Cables for all your support over the past 8 years.
My greatest archery achievement to date is breaking a World Record in the 150 Elimination Match at the Buckeye Classic
in July of 2021. I scored a 149/150 at 50 Meters. I also earned a spot on the United States Archery Team as a first year
Cadet. Another highlight from my 2021 season was trying out for the Youth World Team. I won 5 of my 7 matches but
came into trials with lower points which placed me in 4th as an alternate for the team. I have been shooting archery for 8
years now. Some other achievements was taking 2nd place in Vegas in 2018 and winning Outdoor Nationals 2 years in a
row. Archery has given me a whole new circle of peers who I can call my archery friends and family. Everyone is so
supportive of me in reaching my goals and because of them I am a better person.
Some goals for the upcoming 2022 season: I would like to make the USAT team for the second year in a row. I will be
attending Indoor Nationals, Gator Cup, JOAD Nationals and the Buckeye Classic. I will also be attending Vegas, First
Dakota Classic, and Outdoor Nationals with a wide range of other tournaments throughout the year. I am also working on
achieving my Gold Indoor and Outdoor Achievement Pins for JOAD. Now that I am 15, I also plan to do the level 1 USA
Coaching course so I can be more helpful in my local archery club.
2021
USA Indoor Nationals, CADET 2nd place
Indoor National JOAD/ Cadet, 10th place
SD State JOAD/Cadet, 1st place
SD State USA Indoor/Cadet/ 1st place
Rushmore Rumble/YFFS, 6th place
ND State Indoor/YFFS, 1st place
Virtual Vegas/YFFS 4th place
Gator Cup/Cadet, 8th place
MN State 900/Adult, 1st place
MN State 50M/Adult, 1st place
Outdoor JOAD Nationals/Cadet, 2nd place
NFAA First Dakota Classic/YFFS, 2nd place
NFAA Outdoor Nationals/YFFS, 2nd place
Buckeye Classic/Cadet, 1st place
North State Open and Voyageur Cup/Cadet, 1st place
I am shooting R-strings and Cables and have been extremely happy with them. I will continue to support Rick and his
company because he has always been so supportive of me. I couldn’t have asked for anyone better than Rick to teach
me (and my parents) everything we need to know about archery. He is always ready, available and willing to help in any
way possible. Without Rick’s support and guidance I wouldn’t be the shooter I am today. Thank you Rick and R-Strings
and Cables for all your support over the past 8 years.
Hannah Neigebauer - Target Staff Shooter
I started shooting archery when I was five years old with the helpful guidance from Rick. Since then, I have placed in various tournaments such as the Iowa Pro Am, World Archery Festival, and the Minnesota State Archery Association Tournament. I also shot for the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point where I placed 7th in the outdoor national tournament and received All Academic and All American honors. When I’m not shooting at a target face, I like to bow hunt deer, bears, and turkeys while finding time to fish as well. I am currently using a Hoyt Pro Edge Elite for targets, and a Hoyt Carbon Spyder for hunting.
Rick makes a high quality product and is very knowledgeable with a wide range of equipment. I have had R Strings and Cables on all my bows in the past and will continue to use them in the future.
I started shooting archery when I was five years old with the helpful guidance from Rick. Since then, I have placed in various tournaments such as the Iowa Pro Am, World Archery Festival, and the Minnesota State Archery Association Tournament. I also shot for the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point where I placed 7th in the outdoor national tournament and received All Academic and All American honors. When I’m not shooting at a target face, I like to bow hunt deer, bears, and turkeys while finding time to fish as well. I am currently using a Hoyt Pro Edge Elite for targets, and a Hoyt Carbon Spyder for hunting.
Rick makes a high quality product and is very knowledgeable with a wide range of equipment. I have had R Strings and Cables on all my bows in the past and will continue to use them in the future.
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Cary Holmgren - Target Staff Shooter
I have been shooting Archery since 1985. I have shot many different bows and many different tournaments. I've had the pleasure to shoot with many great people and made a lot of lasting friendships over the years. My current setup is a Hoyt Podium 37, Acel sight and scope, Truball release, Fuse blade stabilizer and Easton arrows. I have been shooting R-Strings and Cables for a year now. Through the rain, wind and heat these strings preformed awesome. It has been my best year in archery yet. Can't wait for this next year to get started. |
Mike Ryan - Target Staff Shooter
Hello, my name is Mike Ryan. I've been shooting since the time we made our own bows with a branch and a twine string. I started hunting in 1969, with a 55lb Ben Pearson and wood arrows. The degree of accuracy was not something we'd brag about. In 1973 I shot my first league, there were no compounds in the league. From that point I was addicted to the whole archery world, competition, family friendly social environment, and all the equipment advancements. I am proud to be a member of the archery family. Archery has given me many opportunities, such as shooting the NFAA National Indoor tournament, many MSAA and MAA tournaments in different locations, and last year the Vegas shoot. Some accomplishments that have come my way over the years include: NFAA Nationals, 2nd place finish, and two times 3rd place finish Las Vagas, a first flight finish with 300-300-297 MSAA, 27 State Championships 6 Grand Championships Numerous 2nd and 3rd place finishes MAA, 8 State Championships Iowa Pro Am, 5 Championships 1 2nd Place 1 3rd Place State Records in the MSAA 300 Round 900 Round FITA Round Field Round I am happy to be on the R-Strings Staff. I have known Rick for a long time and respect his knowledge and experience in all things archery. I also respect his contributions to the Youth programs and his tireless effort to insure the success of their club. I can see his personality, and quest for perfection in every string he makes. |
Tim Fierke - Bowhunting Staff Shooter
I have been shooting bows and bowhunting since 1988, taking my first animal, a whitetail doe, the following year. I've been hooked on archery and bowhunting ever since. Thanks to a very understanding spouse, I have hunted whitetail deer, mule deer, Rocky Mountain elk, Quebec-Labrador caribou, black bears and 2 species of turkeys. I was very lucky to take a large male coyote while deer hunting in Iowa a couple years ago. I have bow hunted in 6 states and Canada. In the off season, I enjoy target & 3-D archery, running, bowfishing and preparing for the next hunting season! My wife, Julie also enjoys shooting target and bowfishing with me. I have shot R-Strings since the inception of the company, and never, ever had any issues with my strings and cables. The help and support I have received from Rick is immeasurable. No matter what bow I am shooting on the range or in the woods, R-Strings are on it! 
Tom Johnson
I am a long time MSAA member(35+ yrs), MAA member, (since inception), NFAA member (25+ yrs), US Archery member, IBO member, ASA member, North Dakota Bowhunters Foundation member and standing member. I’m also one of the founding members of the Lakes Area Archers. I have 9 NFAA National Championships in Barebow and Traditional shooting styles. I currently hold two national records. I have over 60 MSAA and MAA state championships, I also have won a number of North Dakota State Championships. I also have many MN and ND state records. |
