Jordan has taken an important step in developing its local officiating structure with the organisation of the country’s first national archery judging course.
Held from 22-29 August at the Jordan Paralympic Committee in Amman, the national initiative brought together 20 participants with an interest in archery and judging. Following the training and examination, 13 participants qualified as national judges.
The course was led by Dr Ahmed Koura, an experienced international judging instructor, who delivered practical and theoretical training throughout the week.
The national judges course course covered the fundamentals of judging, including venue layout, safety, equipment inspection, shooting procedures and time control, scoring and calling arrow values.
Koura said the participants showed “passion and commitment” throughout the course, while also praising the federation’s preparation and organisation.
“The participants had great passion into archery and judging,” Koura said, noting that most of the participants had a connection to the sport and demonstrated a good level of English, which was required for the examination.
