Five-time Olympian Khatuna Lorig (right) coached actress Jennifer Lawrence for “The Hunger Games.”
By USA Archery
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. -- From side braids to "Capitol" fashion and makeup, "The Hunger Games" franchise has influenced teen culture in numerous ways, but staggering growth statistics from USA Archery show that the sport of archery could be the biggest winner of all.
After all, archery's relationship with the mega-popular film goes back to 2011, when five-time Olympian Khatuna Lorig coached actress Jennifer Lawrence, helping the star prepare for her role as Katniss Everdeen.
USA Archery, which is the National Governing Body for the Olympic sport of archery, has been tracking event participation and membership since four months prior to the release of the...