Another is Easton, which is best known for its softball bats. The Ragsdales have shot Easton arrows for 10 years. In all, the Ragsdales have six sponsors. The sponsors pay their entry fees, expenses, and supply bonuses if their shooters place in the top three at events. The shooters also get to keep any prize money they win.
Sponsorships work on a three-year contract for most archers.
Archery has taken the Ragsdales all over the world. They competed in the Indoor Target World Championships from March 17-26, in Florence, Italy. Michelle placed 12th in the world championships.