Nature, Athletics, and Community: Festival Brocéliande Sport Nature Takes Over Lac au Duc There is a specific kind of energy that permeates the Brittany region of France when the weather turns and the community gathers for outdoor sport. Today, that energy is centered on Taupont, where the Festival Brocéliande Sport Nature has launched its highly … Read more
Baud Badminton Club Set to Host Departmental Championship in May The Badminton Club of Baud is preparing to host the 11th Departmental Morbihan Senior and Veterans Championships on May 30 and 31, 2025, at the Scaouët sports complex. This announcement comes from local sports coverage detailing the club’s role in organizing the regional badminton event. … 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
Pontivy GSI Holds Off Milizac Comeback to Secure 3-2 Derby Victory In a clash defined by regional pride and high stakes in the National 3, Pontivy GSI emerged victorious in a tightly contested Brittany derby on Saturday, April 11, 2026. Despite a spirited second-half surge from Saint-Pierre Milizac, the group leaders secured a 3-2 win, … Read more
Orléans, France – Thom Gicquel and Delphine Delrue secured the mixed doubles title at the 2026 Orléans Masters badminton tournament on Sunday, March 22nd, defeating Denmark’s Mathias Christiansen and Alexandra Bøje in straight sets, 21-19, 21-13. The victory marks the second time the French pair have triumphed at this Super 300 event, having previously won … Read more
Nivillac, France – The Le Basse Vilaine badminton club, based in Nivillac, Morbihan, will host a charity badminton tournament on Sunday, March 22, 2026, benefiting the association Embarquons avec Dydy. The event aims to raise funds and awareness for the organization while fostering a spirit of community through sport. The tournament, open to all skill … Read more
BIRMINGHAM, England – Thom Gicquel and Delphine Delrue are continuing a remarkable run at the All England Open, securing a spot in the semifinals on Friday with a decisive victory over China’s Jiang and Wei, the world No. 2 ranked pair, 21-16, 21-16. The French duo has yet to drop a set throughout the tournament, … Read more
The third edition of the 100% female tournament, the PondiBad Girls, organized on Sunday January 4 by the Réveil Laïque Pontivyen Badminton, attracted 80 players, including twelve Pontivyennes. “Our tournament is growing well. With, out of the eight series offered, players from NC to R4 level. For the first time, we welcomed a wheelchair player, … Read more
Badminton Renaissance: Gourin Club Eyes Comeback in D4 League November 25, 2025 By ArchySports staff Badminton enthusiasts, get ready for a resurgence! The Gourin Badminton Club is making waves this season with a triumphant return to senior league competition after a four-year hiatus. This move signals a renewed passion and a strategic push to invigorate … Read more
Brittany’s Archery Knights: A 50-Year Legacy of Tradition and precision Josselin, France – November 14, 2025 – In a display of enduring tradition and sporting excellence, the picturesque town of Josselin recently hosted a national gathering of the Knights of the Arc, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the local Josselinais archery association. This event … Read more