Youth Archery Thrives in Vineuil: A Day of Competition and community
Vineuil Sports Archery kicked off its adult competition season wiht a vibrant youth event at the Belleries gymnasium on Saturday afternoon,drawing clubs from across the department.The gathering wasn’t just about competition—it was a celebration of skill,camaraderie,and the growing popularity of archery among young enthusiasts.
A Challenge to Reward Young Talent
“These meetings allow young archers to compete against other clubs, but the focus isn’t solely on winning,” explained Jérôme Chartrin, president of Vineuil Sports Archery. “Our departmental challenge rewards young archers at the end of the season, with attendance being a key factor.”
Participants, grouped by age and skill level, shot from distances ranging between 10 and 15 meters, aiming at targets measuring from 122 to 40 centimeters. Each archer fired seven ends of three arrows twice, with a maximum possible score of 420 points.
A Discipline on the Rise
The event culminated in awards for the top three archers and the best arrow in each category. florine Navereau (Level 2) from Chouzy-sur-Cisse led the pack with an remarkable 388 points, followed by Marysa Bonaventure (Level 3) from ADA with 372 and Lucas Lhomme (Level 3) from Oucques with 366.
Archery’s popularity in Vineuil is soaring. “We’ve never had so many members,” Chartrin proudly noted. The club now boasts 120 members, including 46 young archers—a testament to the sport’s growing appeal.
A Bright Future for Archery
The event highlighted not only the skill and dedication of young archers but also the sense of community fostered by the sport. With participation on the rise and a thriving youth program, Vineuil Sports Archery is setting the stage for a bright future in the discipline.
Stay tuned for more updates on local archery events and follow Vineuil Sports archery’s journey as they continue to inspire the next generation of champions.
