The city of Niort has integrated archery into its seasonal “Niort Plage” program, offering residents and visitors a structured environment to practice the sport throughout the summer months. Managed by the Ville de Niort, these sessions are designed to introduce the fundamentals of target archery to a broad audience, ranging from curious beginners to casual … Read more
Valentin Giraud, a distinguished French para-archer and current vice-champion of France, remains steadfast in his pursuit of a Paralympic Games appearance. Despite the intense competitive landscape of elite para-archery, Giraud continues to refine his technical precision and mental conditioning, aiming to secure a spot at the highest level of international competition. His journey reflects the … Read more
Valentin Giraud Remains Focused on Paralympic Ambitions Following National Success Valentin Giraud, a prominent figure in French para-archery, continues to pursue his long-term objective of competing at the Paralympic Games despite the challenges inherent in high-level international qualification. As the current vice-champion of France, Giraud’s recent domestic performances have reinforced his status as a top-tier … Read more
SAM Badminton Shifts Focus: Competition Ends in Moncoutant-sur-Sèvre The SAM Badminton club in Moncoutant-sur-Sèvre has officially moved away from competitive play, transitioning its operations to focus exclusively on leisure and recreational activities. This strategic shift marks a significant change for the local sports organization, which has long served as a hub for badminton enthusiasts in … Read more
French archer Julie Rigault-Chupin concluded her campaign at the Para-Archery World Ranking event in the Czech Republic in the round of 16. The competition, which serves as a significant marker in the international para-archery circuit, saw the French athlete exit the bracket following a closely contested series of ends. Performance in the Czech Republic Julie … Read more
Nueil-les-Aubiers has emerged as a focal point in French badminton following a season marked by historic achievements, according to multiple verified sources. The Badminton Club de Nueil-les-Aubiers, a local team competing in the French National Badminton League (LNB), secured its first-ever promotion to the top-tier LNB Division 1 after a remarkable campaign in the 2023–2024 … Read more
Les Archers Thouarsais Qualify for Regional Final on June 13-14: A Deep Dive Les archers thouarsais have secured their place in the regional final scheduled for June 13-14, according to multiple local sports authorities. The team, based in Thouars, France, advanced after a series of qualifying rounds that concluded on June 10, marking a significant … Read more
The Dark Side of the Bat: How a Retired Insurance Executive’s Trial Reveals the Hidden Dangers of Domestic Violence in Sports Culture By Daniel Richardson | Editor-in-Chief, Archysport May 28, 2026 | Updated 10:45 AM UTC (12:45 PM CEST) NIORT, France — The courtroom in Niort, France, is not typically associated with the roar of … Read more
Back in the Game: Anatole Chaboissant Sets Sights on French Championship Final Poitiers is currently gripped by a sporting fever that rivals the city’s biggest cultural events. As the Alterna Stade Poitevin prepares to host the first leg of the Ligue A championship final this Saturday, May 2, 2026, the narrative is as much about … 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