SLO Tir à l’arc Prepares for Competitive Season
Two regional qualifying competitions for the French championships will headline the upcoming calendar in Bettancourt-la-Ferrée, jhm.fr reported.
The SLO Tir à l’arc club outlined its plans during an annual general meeting held at the Jean-Jaurès complex double room.
Club president Monica Vallelian led the assembly alongside bureau members and local officials, including USLO president Marie Chaumont and Bettancourt-la-Ferrée mayor Dominique Laurent. Departmental councillors Mokhtar Kahlal and Rachel Blanc also attended the gathering.
Club members participate in community events and workshops
The club currently counts 35 licensed members on its roster. Beyond competitive archery, the organization participated in community events such as the USLO flea market and Octobre Rose initiatives, while also hosting training workshops.
SLO Bettancourt holds two official labels awarded by the French Archery Federation. The organization receives financial support and subsidies from the municipalities of Bettancourt and Chancenay, alongside backing from the USLO.
Trophy Success in 2025-2026
Competitors secured 84 podium finishes during the previous indoor and outdoor campaign, capturing 45 gold medals across regional, qualifying, and national championship events. Young archer Nathan Mangin earned the French title in the U13 category.
Additional national recognition came at the French Defense Clubs Championship, where Giulia Vallelian finished as runner-up in senior 1 and Monica Vallelian took second place in senior 3. La saison a été satisfaisante et nous sommes heureux des résultats,
Monica Vallelian stated regarding the team’s performance.
Tournaments and school programs shape the upcoming schedule
The winter schedule features an indoor regional tournament on December 5 and 6 at the Jean-Jaurès complex gymnasium. An outdoor competition will follow on May 29 and 30 at the municipal stadium, serving as a direct qualifier for the national championships.
Youth outreach continues in March 2027 as local elementary school pupils from CM1 and CM2 classes at Bettancourt school participate in an introductory archery cycle. Bureau members Christophe Vallelian, Pauline Broutin, and Giulia Vallelian completed the administrative reporting during the November session.
Worth a look
