Date of Birth: 5/21/91
Birthplace: Indianapolis, Ind.
Hometown: Danville, Ind.
Event(s): Women's 10m Air Rifle, Women's 50m Rifle Three Position
Personal
Sarah Beard began shooting in 2006, practicing air rifle in her basement. She is the daughter of William and Karen Beard, and has two brothers, Christopher and Stephen. Her father, a member of the 1984 Olympic Shooting Team, introduced her to competitive shooting, and they still shoot together. In addition to shooting, she enjoys hunting (duck, deer and turkey), reading, hiking, and fishing. She currently studies biology and Spanish at Texas Christian University and is a member of the TCU Women’s Rifle Team.
Competition Highlights
- 2011 Pan American Games, Bronze Medalist (3 Position)
- 2011 National Junior Olympic Championships, Silver Medalist (Air Rifle)
- 2011 USA Shooting National Championships, Silver Medalist (Air Rifle); Gold Medalist (3 Position)
- 2010 National Junior Olympic Championship, Bronze Medalist (3 Position)
- 2010 World Championships, Gold Medalist (3 Position Jr. Women’s Team), Silver Medalist (Jr. Women’s Prone)
