Asti Archers Shine at Regional Indoor Championships
The cantalupa gymnasium hosted the thrilling Regional Indoor Archery Championships,organized by the Arceri Iuvenilia.Nine talented archers from Asti participated,returning home laden with medals,showcasing the region’s prowess in the sport.Leading the charge was Roberto Marengo, a familiar face on the podium. Marengo dominated the Master Olympic class,securing the regional title with an impressive 552 points. He further solidified his victory by leading his team to a first-place finish with a combined score of 1633 points. In the overall competition, Marengo placed a commendable fourth individually and clinched the silver medal in the team event alongside Simone Dezani.
Following in her father’s footsteps, Giada Marengo delivered an exceptional performance, claiming the Allieve Olympic regional title with a remarkable 557 points. she secured a spot in the final four of the overall competition and battled her way to a bronze medal. Teaming up with Botto and Mjino, Giada led her team to the top spot in the Allieve category, ultimately earning a silver medal after a hard-fought final against the Iuvenilia team.
Simone Dezani, competing in the Senior Olympic class, secured a well-deserved second place with 558 points and contributed to his team’s second-place finish with a combined score of 1630 points. Even though he faced a quarter-final defeat against Marengo in the individual competition, Dezani joined forces with him to claim the silver medal in the team event.
Patrizia Atzeni, representing the Prealpi Biellesi archers, also added to the medal tally. She achieved a fifth-place finish in the Master Olympic category with 500 points and played a crucial role in her team’s victory, securing the regional title with a combined score of 1485 points.
The Cantarana archery club also celebrated success. Carlo Pani secured a silver medal in the Olympic Junior category with an impressive 545 points. Alessandro Paesante, competing in the Olympic Boys category, also earned a silver medal with a score of 517 points. Massimo Musso, in the Compound Master category, placed 15th with 536 points, while Stefano Vettore achieved a 10th-place finish in the Olympic Master category with 520 points.
representing the Arcieri Astarco, Massimo Moscatiello competed in the Master Olympic category, achieving a commendable score of 507 points.
Archery Expertise: An Interview with Former Olympian Silvia Di Dio
The Asti Archers recently returned from the Regional Indoor Archery Championships with a haul of medals, proving this region is a breeding ground for archery talent. To shed light on these notable results, I sat down with Silvia Di Dio, a former Olympian and seasoned archery coach, to discuss the triumphs, tactical marvels, and the future of the sport.
Me: Silvia, thanks for joining me today. The regional championships clearly saw some outstanding performances from the Asti archers. Roberto Marengo seems to be a force to be reckoned with, dominating the Master Olympic category and leading his team to victory. What are your thoughts on his performance?
Silvia Di Dio: Roberto is truly a remarkable archer. His consistency and focus are commendable, and his leadership within the team is evident. Winning both the individual and team titles in the Master Olympic category testifies to his exceptional skill and tactical awareness.
Me: Absolutely! And his daughter, Giada, following in his footsteps with a win in the Allieve Olympic category is simply inspiring.What do you make of this father-daughter duo’s success?
Silvia Di Dio: Giada’s performance speaks volumes about her dedication and potential. It’s wonderful to see a young archer with such talent stepping onto the podium, and under the guidance of a seasoned archer like her father, she’s bound for even greater achievements. Their shared love for the sport undoubtedly fuels their success.
Me: There were also some strong performances from other clubs, like Patrizia atzeni from Prealpi Biellesi securing a fifth-place finish in the Master Olympic category and contributing to her team’s victory. This highlightes the depth of talent within the region.
Silvia Di Dio: Exactly. Archery is thriving in this region, and seeing archers from various clubs perform well at such a high level is truly encouraging.It fosters healthy competition and pushes everyone to improve. patrizia’s contribution to her team’s victory highlights the importance of teamwork and camaraderie in archery.
Me: What excites you most about the future of archery,both locally and internationally?
Silvia Di Dio: The future looks luminous for archery. We are seeing a surge in interest, particularly among youngsters. Organizations are actively promoting the sport, and the talented archers showcased in these regional championships are a testament to the dedication and hard work being put in at the grassroots level.
Me: To our readers, what advice would you give to aspiring archers?
Silvia Di Dio: Archery requires immense patience, focus, and precision.Always remember that consistency is key. keep practicing, believe in yourself, and enjoy the journey. Seek guidance from experienced coaches and learn from every experience, both success and setbacks.It’s a sport that rewards dedication and perseverance.
