Bronze Success for Asd Arcieri Fata Morgana at Italian Indoor Archery Championships

The Italian indoor archery scene saw a standout performance from the Calabria region during the recent Campionati italiani di tiro con l’arco, as Domenico Pellegrino secured a podium finish for the Reggio Calabria-based club, Asd Arcieri Fata Morgana.

Competing at the Fiera di Roma from February 26 to March 1, the event brought together the nation’s top talent for the 18-meter indoor discipline. Among a competitive field, Pellegrino claimed third place in the barebow juniors category (arco nudo juniores), earning a bronze medal that underscores the growing strength of archery in southern Italy.

A Triumph of Discipline and Coaching

Pellegrino’s success was not a matter of chance but the result of a rigorous training regimen. The young archer was guided by technicians Giovanni Giarmoleo and Domenico Schiava, whose coaching helped him navigate the pressures of the national stage. According to reports, Pellegrino’s “commitment and tenacity” were pivotal in securing the bronze.

Beyond the technical coaching on the line, the athlete highlighted the importance of physical conditioning. Following the awards ceremony, Pellegrino dedicated his achievement to his family and his club, specifically thanking Cosimo Masciana and the Ckc gym for providing the facility and support necessary for the society to train effectively.

For those unfamiliar with the discipline, “barebow” archery refers to a style where the archer uses a bow without the aid of sights or stabilizers, relying instead on instinct and precise form to hit the target—making a podium finish in the juniors category a significant technical milestone.

Calabrian Presence in Rome

While Pellegrino took home the hardware, the event served as a broader showcase for the region. A total of 13 athletes from across Calabria traveled to Rome to compete, demonstrating a strong regional commitment to the sport. The Asd Arcieri Fata Morgana, led by president Grazia Alati, continues to establish itself as a key developer of young talent within the Italian archery circuit.

The consistency of the 18-meter indoor format requires immense mental focus and repetitive precision, and the presence of a dozen-plus athletes from a single region suggests a healthy pipeline of talent emerging from the south.

Looking Ahead: 3D and Target Championships

The bronze medal in Rome marks the end of the indoor season but the beginning of a new phase of preparation. The Asd Arcieri Fata Morgana has already shifted its focus toward the upcoming 3D and target (targa) championships.

The transition from indoor to outdoor and 3D formats involves significant adjustments in equipment tuning and wind reading. Pellegrino and his teammates have adopted a “head down” approach, emphasizing hard work and preparation to build on the momentum gained at the Campionati italiani di tiro con l’arco indoor.

With the indoor season concluded, the archery community now looks toward the outdoor circuit to spot if Pellegrino and the Asd Arcieri Fata Morgana can translate their indoor success into further national medals.

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