In the Orne department of Normandy, France, a newly formed club is aiming to introduce Run Archery, a hybrid sport that merges elements of running and archery, according to multiple local reports. The initiative, backed by a group of sports enthusiasts, seeks to promote physical fitness and precision shooting in an innovative format. While details … Read more
Archery’s Mental Mastery: How Raphaël Armand’s Clarity Defines Success in the Sport of Precision By Daniel Richardson June 10, 2024 • Updated 14:30 UTC In the world of archery, where a single miscalculation can cost a medal, the margin between victory and defeat isn’t measured in centimeters but in milliseconds of mental focus. For Raphaël … Read more
Fête du Sport de Flers: Normandy’s Multisport Festival Unites 40+ Disciplines in 9th Edition Flers, France — The 9th edition of the Fête du Sport de Flers is set to transform the Norman town into a vibrant hub of athletic competition, cultural exchange and community spirit this summer. Organized by local sports clubs and municipal … Read more
Departmental Field Archery Titles Decided in Tourtenay The natural terrain of Tourtenay provided a grueling test of precision and nerve this past weekend as the departmental field archery championship unfolded. On Sunday, April 5, 2026, 81 licensed archers from the Deux-Sèvres region and neighboring departments converged to compete for top honors in a discipline that … Read more
Falaise, France – The Entente Sportive Falaisienne (ESF) badminton club has appointed Aurélien Maurin as its new president, following the death of longtime leader Gisèle Maurin in January. The election took place Tuesday evening at the Guillaume gymnasium, marking a poignant moment for the club as members honored Maurin’s legacy. Gisèle Maurin, 59, passed away … Read more
Falaise, Normandy – The Entente Sportive Falaisienne (ESF) badminton club has appointed Aurélien Maurin as its new president, following the death of longtime leader Gisèle Maurin in January. The election took place Tuesday evening at the Guillaume gymnasium, marking a poignant moment for the club as members honored Maurin’s legacy. Gisèle Maurin, 59, passed away … Read more
The Flume Ille Badminton (FIB) team is poised for a crucial showdown with Racing Club de France as they aim to secure their position within the top four of the French Top 12 badminton league. With only one match remaining after today’s contest in Paris, the team is focused on maintaining their current standing and … Read more
La Chapelle-sur-Erdre will host a crucial match this Saturday, March 28, 2026, as the Flume Ille Badminton reserve team faces off in the 9th round of N3 competition. But the story of the club extends beyond this weekend’s contest, embodying a spirit of dedication and self-reliance exemplified by player Grégoire Bodin. Bodin’s path to competitive … Read more
Orléans, France – Alex Lanier reaffirmed his status as a leading force in men’s singles badminton, successfully defending his title at the Orleans Masters on Sunday, March 22, 2026. The 21-year-old Frenchman defeated compatriot Toma Junior Popov in straight sets – 21-11, 21-13 – at the Palais des Sports, a dominant performance that sends a … Read more
French Duo Gicquel and Delrue Triumph at Orléans Masters Orléans, France – Thom Gicquel and Delphine Delrue have continued their impressive form, securing the mixed doubles title at the 2026 Orléans Masters badminton tournament on Sunday, March 22nd. The French pair, currently ranked 5th in the world, defeated Denmark’s Mathias Christiansen and Alexandra Bøje in … Read more