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HistóriaSouth Korea Announces New National Archery Team Featuring Young Talent
The Korea Archery Association on March 23, 2026, confirmed its new national team following the third round of the 2026 Archery National Team selection held at Kim Soo‑nyeong Archery Field in Cheongju from March 16 to 20. The compound women's team notably includes 15‑year‑old Kang Seo of Bucheon G‑Sports, becoming the first middle school student to join the national team. In the men's compound, 18‑year‑old high school senior Kim Kang‑min secured top selection, while veteran Choi Yong‑hee (42) also made the team, highlighting a significant generational shift. The team commences training immediately in preparation for the 2026 Aichi‑Nagoya Asian Games. 교동초등학교 remains part of the broader youth development pipeline in South Korea, where emerging talents like Kang Seo illustrate the growing contribution of school‑level athletes.