Adam Taylor: Behind the Scenes of the Central Florida World Cup
APR 1, 202549 MIN
Adam Taylor: Behind the Scenes of the Central Florida World Cup
APR 1, 202549 MIN
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<h1><strong>Organizing International Archery Events: Insights from Adam Taylor</strong></h1><p><br></p><p>Hello Archery Family! This is Episode 7 of the Archery Parent Podcast. </p><br><p>Manisha interviews Adam Taylor, former National Team member for Archery Ireland and the Director of Aimwell Events. For 2025, Adam is the head organizer for the Central Florida World Cup, being held from April 8-13, 2025, in Auburndale, Florida. This is the chance to learn what it takes to put on an event that brings the world's best Archers together, Stage 1 of the World Cup series.</p><br><p>In the episode, Adam shares his journey from a thirty-something couch spectator watching the London 2012 Olympic Games to becoming an international Archer, his role in organizing the Central Florida World Cup, and the logistics of coordinating a large-scale international event on behalf of the Hyundai World Archery World Cup series.</p><br><p>He emphasizes the importance of volunteers, the challenges of balancing athlete needs with putting on a great show, and advises parents and young Archers on how to navigate the sport. </p><br><p>To volunteer at the Central Florida World Cup:</p><p>Sign up at <a href="https://www.archeryworldcupamerica.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ArcheryWorldCupAmerica.com</a> or Email [email protected]</p><br><p><a href="https://www.archeryparentpodcast.ca/blog/adam-taylor-behind-the-scenes-of-the-central-florida-world-cup-comprehensive-recap-transcript/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Comprehensive Recap + Transcript</a></p><br><p>00:00 Introduction and Welcome</p><p>00:23 Adam Taylor's Archery Journey</p><p>02:54 Archery Accessibility in Ireland</p><p>04:32 Organizing the Central Florida World Cup</p><p>08:10 Challenges and Experiences in Event Planning</p><p>19:13 Opportunities for Involvement and Volunteering</p><p>21:59 Balancing Athlete Needs and Spectator Experience</p><p>24:15 Central Florida's Appeal for Archery Events</p><p>24:47 Creating a Special Experience for Archers</p><p>25:35 Balancing TV Schedules and Local Flavour</p><p>26:49 Technology and Logistics in Archery Events</p><p>28:07 Environmental Sustainability Efforts</p><p>30:11 Shaping the Future of Archery</p><p>31:28 Advice for Young Archers and Parents</p><p>40:16 The Importance of Volunteers</p><p>42:48 Final Thoughts and Call for Volunteers</p><p>45:42 Closing Remarks and Upcoming Events</p><br><p>------------------------</p><br><p>ATTRIBUTION: Permission granted for the use of "The Stranger" by Michal Menert and Adam Corey Tenenbaum of Wooden Flowers</p><p>MUSIC: "The Stranger"</p><p>ARTIST: Wooden Flowers (Michael Menert and Adam Corey Tenenbaum)</p><p>ALBUM: "Goldtrails", Gravitas Records</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/giantmetalcrickets?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Giant Metal Crickets</a> & <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michalmenert?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Michal Mener</a>t </p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@giantmetalcrickets2020" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"></a>Website: <a href="https://www.giantmetalcrickets.bandcamp.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://giantmetalcrickets.bandcamp.com</a></p><p>YOUTUBE: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@giantmetalcrickets2020" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@giantmetalcrickets2020</a></p><p>Listen to Wooden Flowers "The Stranger" on Spotify and all other streaming platforms:</p><p>Wooden Flowers -<a href="https://michalmenert.bandcamp.com/album/goldtrails" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Goldtrails</a></p><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>