VILLA MARÍA, Argentina – Archers from Club Tiro y Gimnasia made a significant impact at the start of the 2026 Federación Argentina de Tiro con Arco (FATARCO) homologation tournament calendar this past weekend in Villa María. The competition, conducted under FATARCO regulations, drew a record 128 competitors from across Argentina, featuring elimination rounds beginning with the quarter-finals. The “albinegros” – Tiro y Gimnasia’s team colors – delivered strong performances across multiple categories.
Maximiliano Cavallini showcased his skill in the Raso Masculino category, securing a 6th-place finish in the qualifying round and advancing to the quarter-finals. In the Raso Masculino +50 division, Daniel Pisani achieved a 3rd-place ranking in the general classification and maintained that level of performance through the decisive stages, earning a spot on the podium with a bronze medal.
Leo Ezequiel Vivas had a particularly impressive debut in the Recurvo Masculino Sub-21 category, finishing in 2nd place and claiming a silver medal. Vivas similarly demonstrated his versatility by achieving a 3rd-place ranking in the Senior category with a strong score, granting him access to the elimination rounds where he secured a bronze medal in the premier Recurvo division. This performance highlights the growing strength of archery within the Zona Norte region.
The success of Club Tiro y Gimnasia’s athletes builds on a strong 2025 season, where the club also saw notable results at the National Aire Libre Final in San Miguel de Tucumán. Last year, Cavallini finished 13th in the qualifying stage of the Raso Masculino category and reached the round of eight, ultimately finishing 9th. Pisani also excelled in 2025, securing 4th place in the Raso Masculino +50 individual classification and contributing to the team’s bronze medal win in the same category. Vivas, competing in the Recurvo Masculino sub-18 division, finished 5th qualifying for the mixed team event alongside Macarena Nuñez Reyes of Club Arqueros Andinos de Mendoza, where they won a silver medal. He also helped his team win the national championship in the men’s team event and reached the semi-finals in the individual competition, finishing 4th.
These recent achievements underscore the dedication and talent within Club Tiro y Gimnasia, based in San Francisco, Argentina. The club, located at Rosario de Santa Fe esquina Primeros Colonizadores, continues to be a prominent force in the Argentine archery scene. The club maintains an active presence on social media, including Instagram and Facebook, providing updates on their athletes and events.
The Federación Argentina de Tiro con Arco plays a crucial role in governing the sport nationally and these tournaments serve as vital qualifying events for larger international competitions. For athletes like Vivas, these early successes are particularly encouraging as they begin to establish themselves on the national stage. The Recurvo division, in particular, is gaining popularity, and Vivas’s performance demonstrates the potential for future growth in this discipline.
Club Tiro y Gimnasia’s participation in the Villa María tournament marks the beginning of a new season of competition, and the club’s athletes are poised to continue their success throughout 2026. The club’s commitment to developing young talent, as evidenced by Vivas’s achievements, is a key factor in its continued success. The next scheduled event for the team is currently unconfirmed, but updates will be available through the club’s official channels and the FATARCO website.
Fans can follow Club Tiro y Gimnasia’s progress and learn more about the sport of archery through their social media pages and the Federación Argentina de Tiro con Arco’s official website. The club’s dedication to excellence and its strong community support make it a valuable asset to the city of San Francisco and the broader Argentine sporting landscape.
