Le Croisic, France – A recent archery competition organized by a local club in Le Croisic, a coastal commune in Brittany, drew 60 participants, according to a report. While specific details about the event remain unverified due to limited publicly available information, the gathering highlights the growing popularity of archery in the region. Location and … Read more
Écommoy Archery Qualifier: France’s Crucible for 2026 National Championship Spots Écommoy, a historic town in the Pays de la Loire region, will host the 2026 French National Archery Championship qualifier—a pivotal event for athletes vying for a spot in the upcoming national championships. With France’s archery program still rebuilding after a challenging 2022 Olympic cycle, … Read more
Breaking Barriers in Brittany: How a Small Village is Redefining Archery Accessibility In the quiet landscapes of Vezin-le-Coquet, a small commune nestled in the Ille-et-Vilaine department of Brittany, France, a local archery club is proving that the distance between an archer and the gold center of a target has nothing to do with physical limitation. … Read more
Precision and Passion: Saint-Quay-Portrieux Hosts Successful Archery Competition In the quiet, coastal stretches of Brittany, where the Atlantic breeze often tests the resolve of any athlete, the sport of archery recently took center stage. Saint-Quay-Portrieux played host to a regional archery competition (concours de tir à l’arc) that underscored the enduring appeal of precision sports … Read more
Precision and Passion: Youth Regional Archery Tournament Shines in Morannes-sur-Sarthe-Daumeray By Daniel Richardson Editor-in-Chief, Archysport In the quiet stretches of the Pays de la Loire region, the focus of the sporting world shifted to a singular point of precision this past weekend. On Saturday, May 2, 2026, the town of Morannes-sur-Sarthe-Daumeray became the epicenter for … Read more
Quimperlé, France – In a heartwarming display of family dedication to sport, Léa Carriou and her father Franck Carriou recently showcased their archery skills at a regional competition in Quimperlé, demonstrating how shared passion can span generations. The father-daughter duo, both members of the Ataq Tir À L’arc club in Quimperlé, participated in the traditional … Read more
In the quiet commune of Locoal-Mendon in Brittany’s Morbihan department, a distinctive craft tradition is finding new appreciation through the work of Patrick Camenen, one of France’s few remaining traditional bowyers. Throughout April 2026, the local médiathèque hosted an exhibition showcasing Camenen’s handcrafted bows alongside photographic displays from regional archery clubs, highlighting both the artistry … Read more
S’arc Eivissa and Es Cubells Solidify Position Among Spain’s Archery Elite The archery clubs from Ibiza, S’arc Eivissa and Es Cubells, have reinforced their standing among Spain’s national elite after a strong showing at the II Gran Premio Iberdrola – GP Villa de Madrid held on April 18-19, 2026. Both teams confirmed their continued presence … Read more
Veteran French archer Nicolas Deboeuf marked his return to outdoor competition with a participation in the seasonal opening event in Thouars on Saturday, April 18, 2026. The 54-year-old archer, a former French national champion from 1995, competed alongside 26 other archers in the selection day organized by the Compagnie des Archers de La Trémoïlle. According … Read more
Locoal-Mendon: Traditional Bowmaker Patrick Camenen Showcases Craftsmanship In the picturesque commune of Locoal-Mendon in Brittany’s Morbihan department, master bowyer Patrick Camenen is presenting an exhibition of his traditionally inspired bows throughout April 2026 at the local médiathèque. The exhibition, running from April 4 to April 30, 2026, features Camenen’s handcrafted bows from his workshop, L’Archerie … Read more