By Jacob Ajom
Damilola Sholademi, a member of the Nigerian National Archery Team, has secured first place in his compound bow division at the USA Archery Indoor National Championship for the North East region, held between February 21 to 23, 2025, in Fiskdale, Massachusetts.
Over the past year, Sholademi has demonstrated exceptional prowess, amassing over 14 medals across various archery events both within the United States and internationally, proudly representing Nigeria on each occasion. This would be his second consecutive first-place ranking at the Indoor Nationals in Fiskdale, Massachusetts.
Sholademi’s journey in archery began during the COVID-19 lockdown in 2020. Since then, he has rapidly ascended the ranks, becoming a prominent figure in the Nigerian archery community. His dedication and skill have not only earned him national titles but also international recognition. He was part of the team that clinched silver medals at the African Continental Archery Championships in 2022 in South Africa (Nigeria’s first ever continental archery medals) and Tunisia in 2023.
He is ranked 7th in the compound bow category in Africa and holds the position of the most decorated archer in Nigeria across all bow categories.
Sholademi is also currently ranked number 2 in the state of Massachusetts in the USA. He is currently signed on the Ramrods Developmental Team; the first Nigerian to be signed on with a renowned archery equipment manufacturer.
