Binéfar, Spain – The municipality of Binéfar honored its athletes, clubs, coaches, and sponsors at the XXIV Gala del Deporte on Friday, March 27, 2026. The event, held at the Teatro Municipal de Los Titiriteros, recognized achievements across a diverse range of sports and underscored the town’s growing reputation as a sporting hub within the Aragon region.
The gala, attended by a capacity crowd, featured presentations to athletes excelling in both individual and team sports. Among those recognized was Álvaro Toyas of Club Baloncesto Binéfar, who received the award for best collective sports athlete. Toyas was lauded for his standout performance in the 2ª Territorial Senior Masculino league, where he earned MVP honors, set a league record with 44 points in a single game, and maintained an average of 17 points per game over the season, totaling 371 points. He also claimed victory in several three-point contest competitions and the summer 3×3 tournament.
Beyond Toyas, the gala celebrated a broad spectrum of talent. Ballalo Coulibaly, a cadet from Club Judo Binéfar, was named the best female promising athlete. Coulibaly’s accomplishments include being crowned champion of Aragon and winning the 2025 Spanish Championship in Age School, held in Huesca. Her international success includes a seventh-place finish at the European Cup in Rome, a gold medal at the San Joao de Madeira competition, and participation in both the European Championship and the European Youth Olympic Festival. She currently holds a ranking of sixth in the world for her age category.
Other award recipients included Marcos del Olmo (Club Atletismo Binéfar) as promising male athlete, Mama Coulibaly (Club Judo Binéfar) as absolute female athlete, Javier Cans (Club Pescadores Binéfar la Litera) as absolute male athlete, and the ARC Binéfar 77 tennis team as the collective with the greatest sporting merit. Finca Valonga was recognized as the sponsoring company, and Clara Zamorano received a special award from the Sports Department for her dedication to rhythmic gymnastics.
The event also acknowledged the contributions of numerous clubs, including Club Ciclista Binéfar 2010 (Daniel Lloret), Club Rítmica (Vega Pallás), Club Futsal (Laia Blanc), the tennis section of A.C.R. Binéfar 77 (Víctor Vistué), Club Badminton (Raúl Capdevila), Club Tenis Pádel (Francisco Garayoa), Club Atletismo (Laia Radigales), Club de Pescadores Binéfar y la Litera (Andrés García), Club Judo Binéfar (Rubén Ajates), Escuela Kick Boxing (Robert Mironescu), Club Fútbol Base (Nelsón Ballarín), Sociedad de Tiro (José Luis Aguarón), Club Ajedrez Binéfar (Adrián Cuello), Club Datchball (Carlos Citoler), Agrupación de Veteranos del C.D. Binéfar (Pablo Ribera), Club Baloncesto Binéfar (Jorge Berdala), A.D. Voleibol (María Pilar Gracia), Motoclub Binéfar 2.0 (Leo Middelmann), Auroclub Binéfar (Alberto Lacasa), and C.D. Binéfar (David Giménez).
Sergio Serra, the concejal (councilman) of Sports, emphasized the importance of the clubs, coaches, and young athletes who embody sport as a habit, identity, and future. “The work of clubs that promote sport, trainers and coaches who instill values, and a youth that demonstrates that sport can be a habit, identity and also a future,” Serra stated. Binéfar’s Mayor, Patricia Rivera, highlighted the role of sport as a tool for integration, coexistence, and personal development. “Sport is an effective tool for integration, coexistence and human formation. It has united different people, opened doors, created bonds and helped generations grow. And that has an enormous intangible value, beyond the medals,” Rivera said.
Rivera also announced the upcoming opening of a modern sports pavilion on the site of the historic El Segalar football field. Both the Director General of Sports for the Government of Aragon, Cristina García, and the Provincial Deputy for Culture and Sports, Carlos Sampériz, praised the wealth of clubs, athletes, and facilities in Binéfar.
Adding to the celebratory atmosphere, the Club Rítmica Binéfar provided a special performance during the gala, showcasing their skills with a dynamic and visually appealing exhibition. The event marked the 24th edition of the Gala del Deporte, with organizers already looking ahead to a special 25th-anniversary celebration next year.
Binéfar’s commitment to sport extends beyond recognition ceremonies. The recent approval of regulations for a co-working space in the bus station demonstrates the municipality’s broader efforts to foster a vibrant and supportive community for all its residents. This investment in infrastructure, coupled with the ongoing support for its sporting community, positions Binéfar as a growing center for athletic achievement in the Aragon region.
The gala served not only as a celebration of past accomplishments but also as a catalyst for future growth. With a renewed focus on developing its sporting infrastructure and nurturing its talented athletes, Binéfar is poised to continue its ascent as a prominent sporting destination.
Looking ahead, the focus will be on the completion of the new pavilion, which is expected to provide enhanced training facilities and opportunities for athletes across a variety of disciplines. The municipality will also continue to support its clubs and organizations, ensuring that they have the resources they necessitate to thrive.
What’s next for Binéfar’s sporting community? The opening of the new pavilion is the immediate priority, with a planned completion date yet to be announced. Stay tuned to Archysport for further updates on the development and its impact on the local sporting landscape.
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