Culiacán, Sinaloa – The city of Culiacán delivered a dominant performance at the Sinaloa State stage of the National CONADE Olympics 2026, finishing atop the medal table with an impressive haul of 72 medals. The success across multiple disciplines underscores Culiacán’s strength as a sporting hub within the state.
The athletes representing Culiacán secured 28 gold, 30 silver and 14 bronze medals, solidifying their position as the leading municipality in the competition. This achievement highlights the dedication and skill of the city’s athletes and the effectiveness of its sports programs.
Archery Prowess Leads the Way
Culiacán particularly excelled in archery, showcasing remarkable talent across various age categories. Several athletes brought home gold medals, including Juan Antonio Reyes in the Recurvo 12-13 age group, Kevin Parra Castro in the Recurvo 18-20 age group, and David Gastélum in the Compound 12-13 age group. The archery team’s performance was a significant contributor to Culiacán’s overall success.
The dominance extended to team events as well. In the Compound 12-13 years women’s category, Culiacán swept the podium, with Ana María Morones, Alice Lugo Loera, and Annie Valentina Fuentes securing gold, silver, and bronze respectively. A similar clean sweep occurred in the 14-15 years women’s category, also in the Compound discipline, with Ana Patricia Barroso, Katherine Acosta, and Ximena Valenzuela Novelo taking the top three spots.
Football Success
Culiacán also demonstrated its strength in football, securing three gold medals and one silver. The Sub 14 women’s team triumphed over Mazatlán with a decisive 3-0 victory to claim gold. The Sub 15 women’s team also secured gold after a thrilling penalty shootout victory against Mazatlán, winning 7-6 on aggregate after a 2-2 draw in regulation time.
The Sub 15 men’s team added to the gold medal count, despite a 1-2 loss to Mazatlán. Their victory was secured due to a 1-1 draw between Ahome and Salvador Alvarado in another match. The Sub 14 men’s team earned a silver medal, falling to Mazatlán 0-1 in a closely contested match between undefeated teams.
Skateboarding and Baseball 5 Add to the Medal Count
Culiacán’s athletes continued to impress in other disciplines. In skateboarding, held in the port city of Mazatlán, Gaspar Ureta secured a gold medal in the Youth Major men’s Park category with a score of 2.16 points. Sofía Guerrero Salcido added a silver in the Youth Major women’s category, and Emiliano Melecio also claimed silver in the Youth Minor men’s category.
The delegation also achieved success in Baseball 5, earning a total of three medals: one gold in the Youth Minor category, one silver in the Youth Major category, and a bronze in the Promotional category.
A Testament to Sinaloa’s Sporting Future
The results from the State Olympic Games demonstrate the growing strength of sports programs in Sinaloa. Culiacán’s performance is a source of pride for the city and a positive sign for the future of athletics in the region. The dedication of the athletes, coaches, and supporting organizations has clearly paid off, setting a high standard for future competitions.
The Instituto Sinaloense del Deporte (ISDE) played a key role in organizing and supporting the event, as highlighted by their announcement of the dates and venues for the state stage of the National CONADE Olympics 2026. [1] This commitment to fostering athletic talent is crucial for continued success.
The success of Culiacán’s athletes is particularly noteworthy given the broader context of the National CONADE Olympics, which brings together the best young sporting talent from across Mexico. Sinaloa will be looking to build on this momentum as athletes prepare for the regional and national stages of the competition.
As the athletes celebrate their achievements, attention now turns to the next phase of the competition. The regional stage will determine who advances to the National CONADE Olympics 2026, where Sinaloa will aim to surpass its previous medal records. [4]
The city of Culiacán has proven its commitment to sports and its ability to nurture talented athletes. This success is a testament to the hard work, discipline, and dedication of everyone involved.
Stay tuned to Archysport for continued coverage of the National CONADE Olympics 2026 and updates on Sinaloa’s athletes as they compete on the national stage.
References:
[1] ISDE Announces Dates and Venues for State Stage of National CONADE Olympics 2026
[4] Dates Defined for Regional Stage of National CONADE Olympics 2026
