 World Champion is not a phrase we hear very often in the region, however that's about to change. As of last week, 13-year-old Chase Herndon of Holden, West Virginia was crowned the Middle School Division World Champion in the National Archery in the Schools Program Tournament at Myrtle Beach. It really didn't hit me yet, but I had intentions that I could win, but after I did it, it just didn't seem real. Herndon has been shooting a bow since before he can remember, but he didn't start competing until four years ago. It was just something I loved to do ever since I was old enough to do it. How much training does a world champion need? Every day for an hour at least. I just shoot till I shoot good and then shoot some more. Throughout his journey, Herndon has gained support from the community and even gained some sponsors. Now that he has earned the world champion title, he will now compete in the International Bow Hunting Organization Tournaments, which are a lot different. We went to Real Delight Doors in Salt Rock and got me a Matthews Halon. Big thanks to Eddie Wade for setting that up for me and working with me. You shoot like animal targets. They got rings on 8s, 10s and 12s and you try to get the best one to win. On Saturday, a special dinner will be held in Herndon's honor. Reporting in Holden for EKB News, I'm Shelby Steele.