Italian Para-Archery Championships Set for Novara
The Municipality of Novara, home to the Pala Igor, once again hosts the Italian para-Archery Championships, a highly anticipated event drawing over 100 athletes. This year’s competition, taking place January 25th and 26th, promises thrilling displays of skill and determination.
A Party of Paralympic Excellence
the event’s presentation, held today, brought together key figures including Ivan De Grandis, Councilor for Sport in Novara, Mario Scarzella (President, Fitarco), Paolo Ferrero (President, Regional Committee Fitarco Piemonte), Rocco Tarullo and Iacopo Latini (President and Secretary, Organizing Company). This collaboration, supported by the Province and Municipality of Novara, the Municipality of Cameri, and Atl Terre Alto Piemonte, underscores the dedication to organizing this premier federal event.
A Detailed Schedule
Athletes will arrive in Novara on Friday, January 24th, for accreditation. The competition kicks off Saturday morning with 60-arrow qualifying rounds, determining class champions and seeding athletes for the absolute title matches. Saturday afternoon will feature the initial elimination rounds, while Sunday will see the semifinals and finals for both individual and team competitions.
Categories and Defending Champions
- Curved Open: Elisabetta Mijno and Stefano Travisani aim to retain thier titles.
- Compound Open: giulia Pesci and Giampaolo Cancelli will defend their crowns.
- W1: Asia Pellizzari and Paolo Tonon will be strong contenders.
- Visually Impaired 1: Matteo panariello will look to repeat his success.
- Visually Impaired 2/3: Daniele Piran will strive for victory.
These categories, including curved Open, Compound Open, W1, and Visually Impaired 1 and 2/3, will compete for class titles based on the 60 qualifying arrows shot from 18 meters. Subsequent elimination rounds will determine the absolute Italian champions.
Broadcasting the Action
the entire championship will be meticulously documented across Fitarco’s communication channels. Highlights of the finals, crucial for determining absolute champions, will air on Rai Sport in the days following the event. Live streaming of the Saturday and Sunday matches will be available on youco,Fitarco’s official YouTube channel,and simultaneously on their Facebook,X (formerly Twitter),and Twitch platforms.
