San Pietro Vernotico Archers Hit the Mark at Regional Championships
San Pietro Vernotico, Italy – The picturesque moat of Barletta Castle provided a stunning backdrop last Sunday, september 21st, as archers from the Asd Arcieri Amici di Reno club showcased their skills at the regional championships for the “Targa” specialty. This challenging discipline, set on an outdoor course with targets up to 70 meters away, tested the precision and focus of athletes vying for regional glory.
The “Targa” specialty, known for its engaging format, features 24 shooting positions where archers aim at metal plates.The scores accumulated over these positions determined the rankings,leading to an exciting final round on eight pitches where direct elimination duels decided the medalists.
The Asd Arcieri Amici di Reno club celebrated a triumphant day,with four archers clinching gold medals in their respective categories:
* Sara Levante: Junior Women’s Nude Bow
* Alessandra Massari: Female Boys’ Nude Bow
* Lorenzo Talò: Men’s Boys’ Olympic Arch
* erik Fiaschi: Men’s Compound Bow Allievi
further adding to the club’s success,Francesca Caramuscia secured a silver medal in the Women’s Olympic Bow category. cosimo Renna (Senior Men’s Olympic Bow) and Erwin Fiaschi (Men’s Compound Pupil Bow) both earned bronze medals, rounding out an impressive haul.
These results are a testament to the dedication and talent fostered by the Asd Arcieri Amici di Reno club and its coach, Cosimo Renna. The club’s junior athletes, in particular, have demonstrated exceptional prowess this year. Lorenzo talò, competing in the Olympic bow category, recently captured the national “Trofeo Pinocchio” for archery, a prestigious youth competition. Not to be outdone, Alessandra Massari achieved a remarkable feat at the 27th City of Spongano Trophy, an interregional double archery event. She not only secured first place in her category but also set a new national record in the 70/60m Round (Olympic) and 50m Round (Compound) disciplines.
For those inspired by these achievements and eager to try their hand at archery, the Asd Arcieri Amici di Reno offers accessible training opportunities. During the winter months, sessions are held at the San Pietro Vernotico middle school gym on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7 PM to 9 PM, and on Saturday afternoons from 4 PM to 6 PM. In the summer, the club moves to an outdoor field located along Strada Pagliarelle, near the small church of Madonna delle Grazie, just outside Torchiarolo. These summer sessions are open to everyone, including beginners looking to experience the thrill of archery in a kind atmosphere. The club provides all necessary equipment,and the first lessons are free – an excellent chance to discover this captivating sport.
Interested individuals can connect with the Asd Arcieri Amici di Reno via WhatsApp at 388 258 6827 or through their Facebook page, “Arcieri Amici di Reno.”
