Hi Henry
I saw your request for feedback, and so here is my thoughts on your short story.

I liked the topic, archery is something I once tried when I was about 11. (A loooong time ago!). So I appreciated the stubbornness of your hero, trying over and over again.

I'd have liked to read more of what he actually did, what techniques he tried, adjustments he made. It's an interesting topic after all!

I did get confused a little as his locations, that aren't actually described changed. Such as how he 'walked back' after lunch, when I'd thought he was still at the range. Expanding into some description of his surroundings would provide greater backdrop for your dialogue (which was fun to read).

You've made me want to have another go at archery again, I remember the string being so hard to pull. I think I only tried half a dozen times... no blue nor yellow for me, 100% grass green.