ANYTA E. DAVIES

1926-


Born January 25, 1926 in Hannibal, Missouri, moved to California in 1940, Anyta became interested in archery as a result of her husband's involvement.

Belonging primarily to archery clubs in Southern California, she first joined the South Bay Archery Club in 1955, serving as Editor of that club's newspaper. In 1962 she joined the Redondo Beach Bow Hunters, serving as Secretary.

A top competitor from the mid-1950's to the mid-1960's, Anyta combined shooting skill with involvement in archery to become one of California's premiere lady archers during this period. Shooting a recurve in the days when archery ranges were largely unmarked, Anyta began archery shooting barebow, changing to freestyle in 1956. In addition to winning many local tournaments, Anyta did well at the State and National level.


1957 Freestyle State Field Champion

1958 Freestyle State Field Champion

1960 Freestyle Champion Fresno Safari

1963 Freestyle State Field Champion
1964 Freestyle National Field Champion N.F.A.A.A.

Anyta discontinued archery for 15 years in 1965. In 1980 at the age of 54, Anyta returned to archery, shooting a compound bow and a release. Still a supporter of organized archery, she joined the Nomad Archery Club in I3akersfield.

Anyta Davies - A lady of California archery

Inducted 1986