Ibiza’s Rising Archery Talent Shines at Fifth League Competition
Can Misses, Ibiza – The Galería de Tiro con Arco Víctor Juan in Can Misses played host to the fifth round of the Escolares League of archery on Monday, March 23, 2026, showcasing the growing strength of the Balearic Islands’ youth archery program. Young archers from various schools across Ibiza and Formentera participated in a competition marked by strong participation, a spirited sporting atmosphere, and an increasingly competitive level of skill.
U11 Divisions See Close Competition
The Recurvo U11 Men’s category saw Blai Vila, representing Can Misses 1, claim victory with a score of 343 points. Lluc Tur of Sant Antoni 1 secured second place with 309 points, while Daniel Escandell from Can Misses 2 rounded out the podium with a score of 273. In the Recurvo U11 Women’s division, Iris Cotaina of Desarrollo 1 dominated, achieving an impressive score of 348 points. Irie Sánchez (Sant Antoni 2) finished second with 311 points, and Aina Ferrer of Es Cubells took third place with 280.
U13 Category Highlights Tight Races
One of the most closely contested categories was the Recurvo U13 Men’s, with a remarkably tight leaderboard. Álvaro Prats, competing for Perfeccionamiento, emerged victorious with 332 points, narrowly edging out teammate Álvaro Madrid, who scored 330. Zyrel Xander Israel of Sant Antoni 1 finished third with 329 points. Miranda Romero, representing Sant Antoni 1, topped the Recurvo U13 Women’s category with a score of 343. Aretha Vidagany (Desarrollo 1) followed with 327 points, and Noa Ruiz, also from Desarrollo 1, secured third place with 323.
U15 and U18 Divisions Crown Champions
Lorenzo Castaño of Sant Antoni 2 was the sole participant and therefore the winner in the Recurvo U15 Men’s category. In the Recurvo U15 Women’s division, Daniela Ferrer of Santa Eulalia took first place with a score of 322, followed by Sara Prats of Perfeccionamiento (260) and Lara Hidalgo of Can Misses 2 (250). The Recurvo U18 Men’s title went to Dan Gabriel of Can Misses 1, who scored 312 points. Hilaryn Ariana Correa, competing for Sant Antoni 2, won the Recurvo U18 Women’s category with 295 points, with Yasmina Ferrer (Santa Eulalia) finishing second with 273 and Ayane Fuentes (Can Misses 1) taking third with 207.
The Galería de Tiro con Arco Víctor Juan, located on Carrer d’Albarca, is a key facility for the development of archery on the island. The club, reachable at +34 619 65 83 78 and online at arcoibiza.com, offers a welcoming environment for archers of all levels. The facility is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM and 4:00 PM to 7:30 PM (with Friday extending to 7:30 PM), and is closed on Saturdays and Sundays. The club also provides wheelchair access and adapted parking.
This fifth round of the Escolares League further underscores the growth of youth archery on Ibiza. The continued progress of these young athletes, competition after competition, confirms the excellent training operate being carried out in the various schools across the Pitiusas Islands. The dedication of coaches and the enthusiasm of the participants are clearly driving the sport forward in this region of Spain.
The Galería Víctor Juan Club S’Arc d’Eivissa, recognized for its commitment to the sport, provides a vital training ground for these aspiring archers. The club’s facilities and coaching staff are instrumental in nurturing the talent that was on display at the recent league competition.
Looking ahead, the next event on the Escolares League calendar is yet to be announced, but organizers are expected to build on the success of this latest competition. Fans and supporters can stay updated on the league’s progress and future events through the official website, arcoibiza.com.
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