Lumezzane, Italy – Archers from Bra delivered a standout performance at the 2026 Csain National Indoor 3D Championship, held March 14-15 at the Palaenergia arena. The team secured a remarkable double podium finish in the modern recurve Master women’s category, showcasing the growing strength of Italian archery.
Chiara Mantovanelli claimed the Italian championship title, demonstrating precision and consistency throughout the competition. Her focused performance earned her the top spot on the podium. Teammate Barbara Bo followed closely behind, earning a silver medal and completing a one-two finish for the Bra archery club. Simona Ferrari of 4Hoods rounded out the podium in third place, according to reports from the event.
The Csain National Indoor 3D Championship brought together Italy’s top archers, competing in the Indoor 3D discipline. This format simulates shooting at three-dimensional animal targets within an indoor environment, testing both accuracy, and adaptability. The competition, as detailed on the Csain Cremona website, involved two days of competition with a unique scoring system – 40 3D Indoor Round on the first day and 40 3D Trophy Indoor with a single arrow per target on the second.
Beyond the category competition, athletes also participated in absolute category competitions, open to all bow types and genders. Only the top eight archers from each category advanced to this final stage. Mantovanelli continued her impressive weekend, adding a bronze medal in the absolute category to her championship title, confirming her excellent form. Bo also advanced to the quarter-finals, falling just short of a medal but delivering a strong performance nonetheless.
The success wasn’t limited to the team competition. The event also featured a Csain Kids Trophy on March 14th, fostering the next generation of Italian archers. The full schedule of events, including accreditation and opening ceremonies, can be found on the Csain Cremona event page.
This double podium finish and Mantovanelli’s individual success represent a significant achievement for the Bra archery club. The team’s dedication and skill continue to distinguish them on the national stage. The event, organized by C.S.A.In. Events in collaboration with asd Csain Cremona, showcased the growing popularity of 3D archery in Italy. A promotional video for the 2026 championship can be viewed on YouTube.
For those unfamiliar, Indoor 3D archery differs from traditional target archery by utilizing life-sized, three-dimensional animal targets at varying distances, mimicking a hunting scenario. Archers must accurately judge distance and account for environmental factors to score well. This discipline requires a unique blend of technical skill and instinctive shooting ability.
The Bra archery team’s performance at the National Indoor 3D Championship underscores the increasing competitiveness of Italian archery. With athletes like Mantovanelli and Bo leading the way, the future looks bright for the sport in Italy. The team will now look ahead to upcoming competitions, building on this momentum and striving for continued success.
The next scheduled event for the Csain circuit is currently unconfirmed, but updates and information regarding future competitions can be found on the official Csain website. Fans can also follow the team’s progress through local news outlets and social media channels.
