Emilia Romagna Crowns Fresh Indoor Barebow Champions in Castelfranco Emilia
The race for the 2026 Emilia Romagna regional archery titles has officially kicked off. In a high-stakes opening event held in Castelfranco Emilia, 106 athletes gathered to compete in the first of three scheduled meetings designed to determine the region’s champions for the 2026 season. This particular encounter focused exclusively on the Arco Nudo (Barebow) division, testing precision and nerve under the classic “two-minute start” shooting format.
For those unfamiliar with the discipline, Barebow archery removes the stabilizers and sights found on Olympic recurve bows, placing a higher premium on the archer’s instinctive aiming and consistent form. The event served as a critical benchmark for athletes looking to establish dominance early in the championship cycle.
Individual Standouts in the Senior and Master Divisions
The senior men’s category saw a dominant performance from the Ypsilon Arco Club. Simone Figliola and Alessandro Morini secured the top two spots on the podium, leaving Fabio Ciotti of the Arco Club Riccione in third place. This result underscores a strong start for Ypsilon, which has positioned itself as a powerhouse in the regional circuit.
In the senior women’s division, Matelda Miolo of the Arcieri Bizantini Ravenna claimed the top spot. She was followed by Livia Fabris and Simona Giovani, both representing the Malin Archery team, who took second and third place, respectively.
The Master categories showcased the enduring skill of the region’s veteran shooters. In the Master Oro men’s division, Simone Pizzi took first place, followed by Loris Degli Esposti of Castenaso A.T. And Daniele Braglia of Ypsilon Arco Club. The Master women’s category was led by Vania Monti of the Arcieri del Forte, with Fabia Rovatti (Terre di Castelli) and Daniela Chellini (Real Sala Bolognese) rounding out the top three.
Youth Categories: The Next Generation
The competition also highlighted rising talent across the youth divisions, where the fight for the podium was equally intense.
In the Allieve women’s category, Sara Malavasi from the Arcieri Torre di Formigine took first place. Chiara Lucchi and Nicole Pasquini, both representing the Arcieri del Forte, secured the second and third positions. The Ragazzi men’s division saw Tommaso Corradini of the Arcieri Orione emerge victorious, with Giorgio Zanelli (Rimini Seven Arrows) and Samuele Tazzioli (Torre di Formigine) following in second and third.
The Ragazzi women’s category was topped by Anouche Aurora Briganti of the Rimini Seven Arrows, although Anastasia Shevchenko of the Arcieri del Torrazzo claimed the second spot.
Team Dominance and Absolute Titles
The team competitions mirrored the individual successes, with a few clubs asserting clear control over their respective divisions. The Ypsilon Arco Club swept the senior men’s team title with the trio of Figliola, Morini, and Gabbi. They were followed by the Arco Club Riccione (Ciotti, Giannotti, Bartolini) in second and the Arcieri Terre di Castelli (Maccagnoni, Muzzarelli, Venturelli) in third.
The Malin Archery Team claimed the senior women’s team championship, led by Fabris, Giovani, and Maier. The Arcieri Bizantini Ravenna (Miolo, Bandini, Segurini) took second, and the Arcieri del Torrazzo (Borciani, Ilari, Munari) finished third. In the Master team category, Castenaso A.T. Emerged as the victors.
Beyond the category-specific rankings, the event also determined absolute titles. According to FITArco records, the absolute men’s title went to Loris Degli Esposti, who beat out Fabio Ciotti and Massimo Venturi, who finished third.
Quick View: 2026 Regional Barebow Results
| Category | First Place | Club |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Men (Ind.) | Simone Figliola | Ypsilon Arco Club |
| Senior Women (Ind.) | Matelda Miolo | Arcieri Bizantini Ravenna |
| Master Oro Men | Simone Pizzi | – |
| Master Women | Vania Monti | Arcieri del Forte |
| Allieve Women | Sara Malavasi | Arcieri Torre di Formigine |
| Ragazzi Men | Tommaso Corradini | Arcieri Orione |
| Ragazzi Women | Anouche Aurora Briganti | Rimini Seven Arrows |
| Senior Men (Team) | Ypsilon Arco Club | – |
| Senior Women (Team) | Malin Archery Team | – |
This event marks the conclusion of the first stage of the regional championships. As the Emilia Romagna regional circuit progresses, athletes will look to build on these results in the remaining two meetings to finalize the 2026 standings.
Stay tuned for official updates on the dates and venues for the next two championship meetings. Do you think Ypsilon can maintain their momentum through the rest of the season? Let us know in the comments below.
