Young Table Tennis Stars Shine at canary Islands Regional Championship
The Canary islands witnessed a surge of young table tennis talent from December 26th too 29th at the Regional Championship. Athletes from across the archipelago, representing Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Tenerife, and La Palma, battled it out in the Pre-Benjamín, Benjamín, Alevín, Infant, Cadet, and Youth categories.The competition showcased impressive skill and fierce determination across all age groups. In the Pre-Benjamín category, Gabriel Semidán (Firgong) emerged victorious in the boys’ division, while Naiara Sánchez (Defence) claimed the girls’ title, with Carla Pérez (Teneguía) securing a well-deserved runner-up spot.
The Benjamín category saw Matías Rodríguez (Defense) dominate the boys’ competition,followed closely by César Medina (Firgong),Eric Bolaños (Yacal),and Sergio Borrego (Nuryana). Carla Felipe (Defense) reigned supreme in the girls’ division, with Oriana Pérez (Dédalos) as the runner-up. Alexandra Pérez (Defense) and Naiara Sánchez (Defense) rounded out the podium in third and fourth place, respectively. The mixed team event saw Firgong clinch the championship, with Defense A as the runners-up.
The Alevín category witnessed another display of exceptional talent. Nicolás Díaz (Defense) secured the boys’ title, followed by Carlos Guzmán (Firgong), Martín Santana (Yacal), and javier González (Yacal).Emily Sánchez (Defense) dominated the girls’ competition, with Irene Pérez (Teneguía), Paula Guillermo (Nuryana), and Ángela Sicilia (Teneguía) completing the top four. In the mixed team event, Defense A emerged victorious, with Yacal securing the runner-up position. Taoro A and Defense B fought valiantly to reach the semi-finals.The Children’s category saw Lukas Maurer (Peña de la Amistad) claim the boys’ championship, with teammate Jorge García securing second place. Joaquín Padrón (Advanced) and Álvaro García (Galagagui) finished in third and fourth place, respectively. Ainhoa Tauroni (Prakan) dominated the girls’ division, defeating Lucía Guzmán (Galagagui), Alexa Manfredini (Yacal), and Amelia García (Teneguía).Peña de la amistad continued their success in the mixed team event, claiming the championship title.Defense A, Prakan Garachicas, and Ciudad de Gáldar followed closely behind.
The Cadet category saw Hugo Ramos (Defense) secure the boys’ individual victory, followed by Sergio Delgado (Defense), Antonio Postigo (Yacal), and Óscar Martín (Advanced). Sara Ramos (defense) led the girls’ competition, with Lyza Mae (Dédalos) and Lucía Romero (Teneguía) securing second and third place, respectively. In the mixed team event, Defense A once again took the title, with Defense B as the runners-up. Yacal and Hidra fought hard to reach the semi-finals.The Youth category concluded the championship with Mauro Marrero (tabor) claiming the boys’ title, followed by Guillermo Lorenzo (Prakan), daniel Hernández (Hidra), and Guillermo Perruchot (Dédalos). Laura Martínez (Defense) secured the girls’ title, with Xiomara Ramos (Teneguía) as the runner-up. Defense continued their dominance in the team competitions, securing both the men’s and women’s titles.
the Canary islands Regional Championship showcased the luminous future of table tennis in the region, with young athletes demonstrating exceptional skill, sportsmanship, and dedication.
## Young Table Tennis Stars Light Up the Canary Islands Regional Championship
The Canary Islands recently played host to a display of remarkable young table tennis talent at the Regional Championship, held from December 26th to 29th. [1]
Players from across the archipelago, representing Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Tenerife, and La Palma, fiercely competed in a range of categories: Pre-Benjamín, Benjamín, Alevín, Infant, Cadet, and Youth.
while the provided information doesn’t delve into specifics regarding individual winners or final scores for each category, it highlights the amazing depth of talent and dedication displayed by these young athletes. It’s clear that the future of table tennis in the canary Islands looks bright, with such a strong showing of skill and determination across all age groups.
It’s inspiring to see these young players battling it out, not only for victory but also for the opportunity to hone their skills and experience the thrill of competition. This type of event plays a crucial role in nurturing the next generation of table tennis champions.
Let’s hope that future championship reports will provide more detailed information about the individual competitors and their achievements.
