By Shannon Lukens.
Colorado Northwestern Community College is starting a Competitive Archery program on the CNCC campus in Craig. All students are invited to join. Coaches are Jason Wheeler and Kimber Wheeler, both from Craig and both national champion archers.
Press Release from CNCC; June 24, 2025.
CNCC Launching Archery Program in Craig
CRAIG, CO — Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC) is excited to announce the launching of a Competitive Archery Program on its Craig campus. It will be sanctioned under USA Archery’s Collegiate program. All CNCC students will be eligible to join the Archery team and will be able to compete in various disciplines, including Fixed Pins and Compound Unlimited, across 3D, indoor, and outdoor target events.
Jason Wheeler and Kimber Wheeler will serve as the coaches for the Archery Program, bringing a wealth of experience with them. Jason, a Craig native, and proud veteran having served in the United States Army and National Guard, has achieved a national championship and multiple state titles. He has also coached 4-H and S3DA and has helped others to get their start in archery. Kimber, who also hails from Craig, recently completed her collegiate career at The University of the Cumberlands in Kentucky, where she was a competitive archer. She is a 4x All-American and 3x National Champion, holding the USA Archery Collegiate Outdoor National record.
Jason Wheeler expressed his enthusiasm for the program, stating, “I have enjoyed competitive archery for the last 40 years. I started shooting Olympic Recurve and traditional but am currently shooting Bowhunter Compound. I am excited to help students develop their skills in this sport.”
Kimber Wheeler added, “I am thrilled for the opportunity to offer a competitive archery team here at CNCC! I am excited to come back and start my career here in northwest Colorado. While growing my archery resume, I also earned two bachelor’s degrees, one in Exercise Sport Science and one in Coaching.”
“We are looking forward to introducing a sport that aligns with Craig’s rural community, Archery and outdoor activities have been proven to improve students’ academic performance. We are thrilled to bring an Archery program to CNCC on our Craig Campus. Through 4-H, I have known the Wheelers a long time and trust they will be the best coaches and models to our students. I am looking forward to collaborating with them on this new program.” said Sarah Bacon, Coordinator of Campus Life.
The CNCC Archery Program aims to foster a love for archery and provide students with opportunities for personal growth and competitive success.
About CNCC: Colorado Northwestern Community College enhances people’s lives by providing an accessible, affordable, quality education. It is the college of choice for students seeking a unique education grounded in the Colorado experience.
Contacts:
Sarah Bacon, Coordinator of Student Life, 970.824.1124, sarah.bacon@cncc.edu
Jesse Aitken, Assistant Director of Marketing, 970.824.0869, jesse.aitken@cncc.edu