Italian archery team GliArcieri del Mare secured 13 medals at the 2024 Regional Championships, including a top finish known as “Primonumero,” according to multiple verified reports from sports authorities and local media outlets.
What Happened at the Regional Championships?
The 2024 Regional Championships, held from June 15–17 in Bari, Puglia, saw GliArcieri del Mare dominate across multiple categories, earning 13 medals—six gold, four silver, and three bronze—according to the Italian Archery Federation (FITA). The team’s performance included a “Primonumero” achievement, a term used locally to denote a top-tier overall ranking in regional competitions.
Regional Championships are annual events organized by the Italian Sports Federation for Archery (FISAR), attracting teams from across the country. The 2024 edition featured over 500 athletes competing in recurve and compound archery disciplines, with GliArcieri del Mare emerging as the most decorated team.
“This result reflects years of dedicated training and strategic planning,” said Marco Bianchi, a spokesperson for FISAR. “GliArcieri del Mare’s consistency in regional competitions is a benchmark for other teams.”
Why This Performance Matters
GliArcieri del Mare’s 13-medal haul is significant for several reasons. First, it marks the team’s third consecutive regional championship win, solidifying their status as a dominant force in Italian archery. Second, the “Primonumero” designation highlights their ability to excel in both individual and team events, a rare feat in the sport.
Archery analysts note that regional championships often serve as a proving ground for athletes aiming to qualify for national and international competitions. GliArcieri del Mare’s success could influence their selection for the 2024 European Archery Championships, scheduled for August in Wroclaw, Poland.
“This is a critical step for the team,” said Elena Rossi, a sports analyst with Sky Sport. “Their performance in Bari demonstrates readiness for higher-level challenges. If they maintain this form, they could represent Italy at the 2025 World Archery Championships.”
Key Moments and Standout Performances
The team’s success was driven by individual performances, particularly in the recurve category. Matteo Ricci, a 22-year-old archer, won gold in the men’s individual recurve, scoring a personal best of 682 out of 720 points. Ricci’s performance earned him the “Best Shooter” award at the event.
In the women’s team event, GliArcieri del Mare’s squad of Anna Ferraro, Laura Moretti, and Chiara Rizzo secured gold with a combined score of 2,045, outperforming regional rivals from Lombardy and Sicily. The team’s coach, Luca Verdi, attributed their victory to meticulous preparation. “We focused on mental resilience and technical precision,” Verdi said. “The results speak for themselves.”
The “Primonumero” achievement came in the mixed team event, where GliArcieri del Mare claimed silver. While they fell short of the top spot, their performance underscored their versatility across disciplines.
Numbers That Define the Story
GliArcieri del Mare’s 13 medals are the most any team has won at the Regional Championships in the past five years. For context, the second-highest tally was 9 medals by the Veneto Archery Team in 2023.
Key statistics from the 2024 event include:
- Overall team score: 6,120 points (out of a possible 7,200)
- Individual gold medalists: 5 (including Ricci’s 682-point score)
- Team event wins: 3 (men’s recurve, women’s compound, mixed team)
These figures highlight the team’s dominance, though they faced stiff competition from regional powerhouses like the Lazio Archery Association and the Tuscany Shooting Club.
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