With 143 athletes, Neuquén participates in the 31st edition of the Araucanía Games in Chile, promoting youth sports.
A delegation of 143 athletes from Neuquén left this Saturday for Chile to participate in the 31st edition of the Araucanía Binational Games, which will be held in the Chilean regions of Aysén and Magallanes. This traditional competition, which promotes competition and brotherhood between Argentina and Chile, will have its official opening on Monday, while the competitions will run until Friday, November 15.
The Neuquén delegation was farewelled by the Minister of Human Development, Local Governments and Women, Julieta Corroza, who highlighted the commitment of the provincial government to sport. “We are proud that they continue participating in this competition. The Araucanía Games are maintained thanks to the governor’s decision to promote public sports policies,” said Corroza.
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The delegation includes athletes from soccer, cycling, basketball, volleyball, judo, swimming and athletics, from various locations in Neuquén, including Andacollo, Villa La Angostura, Chos Malal, San Martín de los Andes and Neuquén capital. Four soccer players based in Buenos Aires also joined.
The Secretary of Sports and Youth, María Fernanda Villone, highlighted the efforts of the athletes and coaches who have prepared for months for this competition. “Neuquén’s participation in these games reflects the commitment of our government to the development of sports in the province,” commented Villone.
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In this edition, the competitions will take place in three Chilean cities. Coyhaique will host athletics, judo and volleyball; Puerto Aysén will host basketball and swimming; while in Punta Arenas, located in the Magallanes Region, cycling and soccer will be played in different settings.
The Araucanía Binational Games, which have been held since 1991, bring together provinces of Argentine Patagonia and regions of southern Chile, promoting youth sports development in both nations.
