Casey Kaufhold is a prominent American archer who has made significant strides in women’s recurve events on the international stage. Her career took off in 2019 when she showcased her exceptional talent at the Pan American Games in Lima, Peru, where she not only secured a bronze medal in the women’s individual recurve event but also triumphed with gold medals in both the women’s team recurve and mixed team recurve events. This early success set the tone for her future achievements and established her as a formidable competitor.

In 2021, Kaufhold continued to elevate her status in the archery world by winning a silver medal in the women’s individual event at the World Archery Championships held in Yankton, South Dakota. This remarkable feat marked the first time in over thirty years that an American archer had medaled in this prestigious event. Her victory over the reigning Olympic champion in the semi-finals highlighted her competitive spirit and skill, further solidifying her reputation as a rising star in the sport.

Kaufhold’s participation in the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo was another milestone in her career. Competing against the best in the world, she demonstrated her prowess by advancing through the rounds in both individual and team events. Following the Olympics, she continued to excel, winning multiple medals at the 2021 Junior Pan American Games and earning the title of Athlete of the Year by World Archery Americas in the recurve cadet women category.

Most recently, Kaufhold has continued to shine, winning two gold medals at the 2024 Pan American Archery Championships in Medellín, Colombia, and contributing to a bronze medal win in the mixed team event at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Her dedication to the sport and consistent performance make her a key figure in American archery, inspiring future generations of athletes.