The 2nd State Silhouette Archery Championship 2026, held at the Lienzo Charro in Cuernavaca, marked the start of the 2026-2027 competitive season for Morelos, drawing more than 30 participants across five skill categories.
Competitive results and category winners
The championship featured both recurve and compound bow modalities, ranging from initiation to advanced levels. Competition results were categorized by skill and equipment type:
- Initiation: Adriana Salgado took first place, followed by Patricia Carrasco and Hannah Escalona.
- Intermediate Recurve: José Sotelo finished first, with Arturo Urban and Jorge Alberto Escalona rounding out the top three.
- Intermediate Compound: Miguel Ángel Márquez secured the top spot, ahead of Alexander Mendoza and Juan Carlos Gil.
- Advanced Recurve: David Méndez led the field, followed by Bruno Altamirano and Isaac Pastrana.
- Advanced Compound: Galo Valenzuela placed first, with Job Nicolás García and Luis Castañeda in second and third, respectively.
Institutional support and environmental focus
The event aligns with the vision of Margarita González Saravia to generate opportunities for athletes. Beyond the competition, the event organizers emphasized the importance of environmental stewardship, using the silhouette format to highlight the need to protect local wildlife and natural habitats.
Development of archery in Morelos
The Academia de Tiro con Arco de Morelos, under the direction of Martha Ortiz and Lot Méndez, continues with the formation of new talents and the preparation of athletes with state, national, and international aspirations. The academy helps to develop a discipline in which Morelos has a promising future.
Next steps for state competitors
The conclusion of the 2nd State Silhouette Archery Championship sets the stage for upcoming national tournaments. Athletes will continue their preparation as they look toward national competitions.
