Viviez, France – Aurélie Autret, a prominent archer from Viviez, has been recognized for her outstanding achievements in the sport with a feature in the recently published annual publication of the French Archery Federation. The inclusion highlights a remarkable 2024-2025 season for Autret, solidifying her position as a leading figure in French archery.
Throughout the past season, Autret consistently demonstrated her skill and dedication, earning a string of impressive results. She secured the title of regional champion in field archery, finished fourth at the French Field Archery Championships, and placed ninth in both the French Olympic Archery Championships and the World Games held in China. Her success extended to international competitions as well, where she claimed the silver medal in the individual event at the European Championships in Poland, along with a silver medal as part of the French women’s team and a bronze medal in the mixed team event, also in Poland.
These accomplishments haven’t gone unnoticed by the governing body of the sport. The French Archery Federation’s annual publication dedicates several pages to Autret’s achievements, showcasing photographs from her various podium finishes. This recognition is a testament to her hard operate and dedication, and a source of pride for her club, Compagnie des Archers du Bassin, and the surrounding region.
The inclusion of Compagnie des Archers du Bassin alongside France’s larger archery clubs in the Federation’s publication underscores the growing prominence of the sport in the Aveyron region. It’s a significant moment for a club that emphasizes a discipline – field archery – that often receives less attention than more mainstream sports like football or basketball.
Autret’s journey to this point has been marked by consistent dedication. Her father and coach, Yves Autret, expressed immense pride in her accomplishments, noting that she has “worked hard and hasn’t taken a vacation for 15 years.” This commitment has clearly paid off, resulting in a career filled with notable achievements.
Looking back at the 2025 season, Autret’s performance at the French Field Archery Championships was particularly noteworthy. She qualified for the final phases with a first-place tie in the qualification round, scoring 351 points. A tiebreaker based on the number of sixes (highest possible score on a single shot) saw her edge out Marie Lejeune, with Autret recording 24 sixes compared to Lejeune’s 20. Although she ultimately fell short in the semi-finals, her performance demonstrated her skill and competitive spirit.
The Compagnie des Archers du Bassin is now looking ahead to its next event: a field archery competition scheduled for April 4th and 5th in Roussennac. This event will provide another opportunity for local archers to showcase their talents and continue to build the sport’s presence in the region.
For Aurélie Autret, this recognition from the French Archery Federation is a well-deserved honor, acknowledging a season of exceptional performance and unwavering dedication. It’s a moment of pride not only for her and her family but for the entire archery community in Viviez and beyond.
The next scheduled event for the Compagnie des Archers du Bassin is the field archery competition in Roussennac on April 4th and 5th. This will be a key event for the club and a chance for local archery enthusiasts to witness the sport firsthand.
