From Terrible to Top: Houston’s Michael Barton Takes on the World Axe Throwing Championships

Michael Barton from Houston is heading back to the World Axe Throwing Championships, and this time he’s bringing along his practice partners from Hurling Hatchets. After years of practice and dedication, Barton has significantly improved his skills and is feeling confident about his chances at the Championships in Tulsa.

Barton will be competing in both Hatchets and Knives categories and his goal is simple – he wants to win. He is ready to give it his all and is determined to come out on top. When asked about the secret to throwing an axe accurately, Kendig emphasizes the importance of hard work, practice, and mastering different techniques. Barton adds that the key to excelling in axe throwing lies more in the mind than in physical skill. He believes that keeping calm and focused is crucial to being a successful axe thrower.

Five years ago, Barton tried axe throwing for the first time and it didn’t go well – he was terrible at it. But now, after years of practice and dedication, he is a skilled axe thrower who’s ready to take on the world at the Championships. With his practice partners by his side, Barton is confident that he can achieve his goal of winning and becoming a champion in axe throwing.