Consistency is Everything: How Molly Took Aim at an Archery World Record
When most athletes win by being unpredictable, Molly Y (Year 10) succeeds by doing the exact same thing every single time, and she does it better than anyone in the world.
Molly is the current World Record holder in two archery disciplines, the Field and Hunter rounds.
“What I love most about archery is the demand for discipline and consistency. In many sports, athletes succeed by being unpredictable, changing strategies, or reacting to an opponent. Archery is the exact opposite, as success comes from doing the same thing every single time.”
Since then, Molly has built an extraordinary list of achievements at both national and international level. In 2025, she represented New Zealand at the Trans Tasman Challenge, achieving a Top 5 individual finish at the international youth competition. She was also selected for the New Zealand team for the 2026 World Archery World Field Championships in the Marked and Unmarked 3D events.
No room for error
“There is no room for error, and a single minor mistake can cost you a place on the podium,” she says. “Seeing the repetition pay off on the target makes it such a fun and rewarding sport.”
With an extraordinary level of focus, discipline and determination already behind her, we look forward to seeing where archery takes Molly next and wish her every success for the future.
