The archery community in Saône-et-Loire, France, witnessed a weekend of fierce competition and notable achievements as the Compagnie des Archers Mâconnais represented the region at both the Departmental and Regional double mixed archery championships. Archers from across the department and region converged to test their skills and the Mâconnais club demonstrated impressive form, securing a championship title and several other strong finishes. This report details the results from both events, held in Chalon-sur-Saône and subsequent regional competitions.
Departmental Championship Success
The Departmental double mixed championship took place on Sunday, March 1st, in Chalon-sur-Saône. The Compagnie des Archers Mâconnais fielded several teams, showcasing the depth of talent within the club. The highlight of the day was the victory of Eloïse Dorier and Evan Garnier in the compound bow mixed team event. Their performance earned them the title of Departmental Champions, a testament to their skill and teamwork.
Maryline Greffet and Artur-Louis Tinel also delivered a strong performance in the classic bow mixed team event, securing second place and earning the title of Vice-Champion. Another classic bow mixed team, comprised of Ronélyam Masrabaye and Joulaibibe Daouadji-Charbonneau, participated and demonstrated commendable spirit despite not reaching the podium. The competition also provided valuable experience for a debuting team: Marjolaine Colin and Johan Mary, who competed as a beginner team and acquitted themselves well under pressure.
Regional Championship Challenge
Building on their departmental success, Maryline Greffet and Alain Bourquard represented the Compagnie des Archers Mâconnais at the Regional double mixed championship on Sunday, March 8th. The regional competition presented a higher level of challenge, with teams from across the region vying for the title. Despite facing tough opposition, the Mâconnais duo demonstrated resilience and determination.
The tournament was structured with pool play leading to elimination rounds. Greffet and Bourquard faced teams from Montceau, Brienon-sur-Armançon, and Is-sur-Tille. Their opening match against Brienon resulted in a 6-0 loss. The second match against Montceau was a closely contested affair, with the score tied 4-4 before a tiebreaker arrow was needed. Despite a strong effort – Maryline Greffet shooting a 10 and Alain Bourquard a 9 – Montceau prevailed. The final pool match against Is-sur-Tille ended in a 6-0 defeat.
Following the pool play, Greffet and Bourquard participated in a shoot-off for placement, again achieving a 10 and 9 respectively, but ultimately falling short of securing a higher ranking. They then faced Paray-le-Monial, losing the match and subsequently competing for 7th or 8th place against Auxonne. This final match resulted in a 6-2 loss, leaving them in 8th place overall out of 16 participating teams. Even as not the result they hoped for, finishing in the top half of a regional competition is a promising achievement.
The performance of the Compagnie des Archers Mâconnais archers at both the Departmental and Regional championships underscores the growing strength of the club and the dedication of its members. The club’s commitment to fostering talent, from seasoned competitors to newcomers, is clearly paying dividends.
The club’s website, Compagnie des archers Mâconnais, provides further information about the club and its activities. You can also find more information about archery clubs in the area at Sports et Loisirs.
The next scheduled event for the Compagnie des Archers Mâconnais is currently unconfirmed, but information will be available on their website as it becomes available. Maintain an eye on their social media channels for updates and announcements.
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