ORIGINAL: Leathal Diamonds
Being my first time in a league, I did not know about there not being a 3pt ring. A couple of us were counting the "outside" blue ring as 3's. I'll have to go back and see how many points that actually cost me.
As for perfecting my form and shot routine. I don't have a clue on how to improve. Natually, I can watch some of the others in the hunters class and some of the freestyle guys and pick up things here and there but I'm certainly not the expert. I can just shoot.
I did the exact same thing when I first started. ( counting 3's ) Gypt myself out of some points!
As far as perfecting your form and shot routine goes, I meant for you to practice shooting with good form like having a straight posture, not bending at the waist, keeping your head straight etc. One of the biggest things in having perfect form is to have your bow set up to fit you, not having you to fit your bow. Tweek the draw length and peep location until you are completely relaxed and straight at full draw. Don't bend your head to see through your peep, move your peep. It's hard to describe but only when your bow fits you perfectly, then sight it in. Also it is hard to shot wiith strict perfect form at first because your muscles are not used to it. Over time it will become much easier once it is in grained in you. Wait until you see what this does for your outdoor shooting! you'll be amazed.
Shot routine. All top shooters have a shot routine. You don't just get up there and fling 5 arrows. I can tell you mine and you can try it and modify it to fit you. 1) Step to the line and place your feet. I align myself with the center spot and have my right ( back ) foot 2 inches forward of my left. A slightly closed stance. NEVER move your feet until all 5 arrows are gone. 2) nock an arrow, put the release on the string and get my grip. Getting a neutral grip so as not to torque the bow is very important. 3) Look at the spot im going to shoot, point the bow at it, and draw straight back. 4) Anchor, aim and start the squeeze ( back tension ) AIM AIM AIM until the shot goes off and surprises you. Go to number 2 and start over, repeat until all 5 arrows are gone.
This may sound complicated and difficult but it's really not. It will make a world of difference in your shooting.
Good luck.