Barrio Bertossi Claims Collective Victory at II Copa San Francisco de Tiro con Arco
The sporting landscape of Córdoba witnessed a display of precision and nerves of steel this past weekend as the II Copa San Francisco de tiro con arco took center stage. In a tournament defined by high-stakes competition and national reach, the Club Barrio Bertossi de Brinkmann emerged as the overall champion, securing the title through a dominant collective performance that outshone a field of elite archers.
Held on Sunday, May 3, 2026, the event transformed the Superdomo in San Francisco into a hub of athletic excellence. Organized by the Club de Tiro con Arco de la Asociación Familia Piamontesa San Francisco with support from the local municipality, the competition was far more than a regional gathering. it was a sanctioned fixture on the official 2026 calendar of the Federación Argentina de Tiro con Arco (FATARCO).
A Gateway to the National Final
For the athletes involved, the II Copa San Francisco de tiro con arco represented a critical juncture in their season. The tournament was conducted in an indoor modality, a format that demands extreme consistency and focus. Beyond the immediate prestige of the trophy, the event provided essential points for the Argentine national ranking.
More importantly, the competition served as a high-pressure qualifying round for the upcoming National Final. According to official event details, the top performers in San Francisco have now positioned themselves for a shot at the national title, with the Final Nacional scheduled for August 15 and 16, 2026.
The scale of the event underscored the growing popularity of the sport in the region. Around a hundred archers from various provinces converged on the Superdomo, bringing a level of competition that organizers noted as a significant step up from the inaugural edition held on June 1, 2025.
Individual Brilliance and Podium Finishes
While Barrio Bertossi took the collective honors, the individual categories provided several standout moments of brilliance. In the highly competitive Recurvo Masculino division, Matías Ezequiel Dilhom, representing the Asociación de Arquería Asociac. Civil, claimed the gold medal.
Local talent as well made a strong showing in the same category. Pablo Esteban Bianchi Andreotti of Arqueros del Valle, San Francisco, secured the silver medal, while Marcelo Gabriel Leguiza of Tiro con Arco Paraná rounded out the podium with a bronze finish.
Other notable results included:
- Compuesto WA Femenino: Sofía Morales Fuchs Saitto of Arquería Fénix claimed first place.
- Recurvo Escuela 40: Víctor Emanuel Pinto emerged victorious in his division.
Inclusivity and Sporting Growth
One of the most significant aspects of the tournament was its commitment to inclusivity. The event featured archers competing in an adapted modality, ensuring that the discipline’s growth in Argentina remains accessible to all athletes regardless of physical capability.
For a global audience, it is helpful to note that indoor archery differs significantly from the outdoor “field” or “target” archery often seen in the Olympics. Indoor competitions typically use shorter distances and smaller targets, placing a premium on technical perfection and mental fortitude, as there is no wind to account for—only the archer’s own stability.
The success of the event further cements San Francisco’s reputation as a strong plaza
within the national archery circuit. By successfully hosting a FATARCO-sanctioned event of this magnitude, the Asociación Familia Piamontesa has demonstrated the city’s capacity to handle high-tier sporting logistics.
Key Tournament Takeaways
| Category/Detail | Result/Information |
|---|---|
| Overall Winning Club | Club Barrio Bertossi (Brinkmann) |
| Event Date | May 3, 2026 |
| Venue | Superdomo, San Francisco, Córdoba |
| Sanctioning Body | Federación Argentina de Tiro con Arco (FATARCO) |
| National Final Date | August 15–16, 2026 |
As the archery community begins to look toward the summer, the focus now shifts to the rigorous training required for the national stage. The athletes who excelled in San Francisco have a few months to refine their form before the definitive clash in August.
The next confirmed checkpoint for the sport is the National Final on August 15 and 16, where the best of the Argentine ranking will compete for the ultimate title.
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