A strong showing from archers in the Brianza region marked recent competitions in Nuvolento and Bellusco, Italy, as athletes demonstrated skill across various archery disciplines. The events, which included Hunter & Field and traditional archery tournaments, saw athletes from several clubs claim medals and set personal bests.
Nuvolento: Success in Hunter & Field
Four archers from the Brianza region competed in the Hunter & Field (tiro di campagna) competition organized by the Compagnia Arcieri Bresciani in Nuvolento. Chiara Pavone and Marco Gonzalez, representing Bosco delle Querce of Seveso, secured a bronze medal in the barebow category. Samuele Grazioli (Arcieri del Sole – Solaro) and Marco Sironi (Compagnia D’Archi – Meda) added to the regional success, winning gold medals in the longbow and Olympic recurve divisions, respectively.
Bellusco: A Showcase of Archery Talent
The archery action continued in Bellusco, where 122 competitors participated in a tournament hosted by Polisportiva Bellusco. The Arcieri del Borgia of Usmate Velate proved to be a dominant force, winning a total of five medals. The team secured a silver medal in the Senior men’s team event, while individual athletes excelled in the recurve bow category. Caterina Mareghello took gold, Alberto Duci earned bronze, and Anita Locatelli claimed silver in the Allieve (youth) division. Chiara Giorgeschi also contributed to the medal count, winning silver in the Senior barebow category. The Arcieri del Borgia’s men’s team – comprised of Alberto Duci, Nicolò Martino, and Marco Scaccabarozzi – also earned a silver medal.
Beyond the Arcieri del Borgia, other clubs also enjoyed success. The Compagnia di Monza e della Brianza secured two gold medals: Maurizio Cecchetto won the individual gold in the Master recurve bow category, and the team consisting of Cecchetto, Simone Canzi, and Massimo Marenghi triumphed in the team event. Burarco Vimercate also had a strong showing, with Camilla Brioschi, Marta Sannicandro, and Bianca Armillotta sweeping the podium in the compound bow category and adding a team gold to their collection. Matilde Arena (Polisportiva Bellusco) won gold in the barebow category for Giovanissime (youngest) athletes, while Letizia Mazzupappa (Polisportiva Besanese) secured silver in the Master recurve bow division.
Bosco delle Querce Athletes Compete in Regional Championships
Earlier in January, athletes from Bosco delle Querce also participated in the Regional Indoor Championships. According to a post on the club’s Facebook page, Paolo Nozza achieved a personal best and won a silver medal in the Senior men’s barebow category. Dimitri Casacci finished fourth, and Marco Gonzalez placed fifth in the same division. The three senior archers also won a gold medal as a team. Chiara Pavone also competed, finishing sixth in the women’s senior barebow category.
The club also competed at Assago, where Marco Gonzalez finished 11th in the Senior men’s division and Chiara Pavone won a silver medal in the women’s competition. At a competition in Pavia, Alyssa Bai won gold in the Allieve recurve bow category, and Mattia Innocente finished seventh in the Allieve division. Paolo Nozza secured a silver medal in the Master recurve bow category, and a bronze medal with his team alongside Massimo Valenti and Massimo Prandini.
These results highlight the growing strength of archery within the Brianza region, with athletes consistently achieving success at both regional and local levels. The athletes are now preparing for the Italian Championships in Rome later this month, aiming to build on their recent performances.
The Italian archery scene continues to demonstrate depth and competitive spirit, with these recent events showcasing the dedication and skill of athletes across various disciplines. As the season progresses, all eyes will be on Rome to see which archers will rise to the occasion at the national championships.
Next Up: The Italian Championships in Rome are scheduled for late February, where archers from across the country will compete for national titles. Stay tuned to Archysport for updates and coverage from the event.
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