Exclusive Interview with Former Archery Champion,Élodie Dumont,on the⁢ Manche archery Championships 2025

Moderator: Welcome,Élodie‌ dumont,to our sports forum today. As a former French archery champion and‍ a coach with over two decades of experience, your insights are invaluable. Let’s dive into the upcoming Manche​ Archery Club Team Championship and Manche Youth Championship, set to take place on January 25 and 26, 2025,⁢ at the Courtilles Gymnasium in ⁣Coutances. What are⁤ your​ thoughts on this​ event? ‍

Élodie Dumont: Thank you ‍for having me. This event is a fantastic chance for archers in the Manche department to showcase their skills. Hosting both the Team ‍Championship and the Youth Championship on the ⁣same weekend is a brilliant move.It fosters camaraderie among clubs and ⁣provides younger archers with a platform ⁢to learn from experienced⁣ competitors.⁤

Moderator: ⁣ The article‍ mentions that⁣ over 60 participants will compete in the​ Youth Championship. How significant is⁤ this number ⁢in terms of youth engagement in ⁢archery?

Élodie Dumont: Sixty participants for a regional youth championship is quite impressive.‍ It shows that archery is gaining traction among younger generations. ​However, I believe⁤ we can do even better. Archery is a sport that teaches discipline,⁤ focus,⁤ and patience—skills that are invaluable in life. We need more initiatives to introduce archery in schools and communities to ⁤further⁣ boost participation.

Moderator: Maureen‌ Lebouteiller, the⁤ newly elected president of the rose au Bouais Club, mentioned that the competition will start at 9 a.m.and conclude with an awards‌ ceremony at 4:30 p.m. on ⁢both days. How does this schedule compare to other‍ archery events you’ve participated ​in or coached?

Élodie Dumont: The schedule is fairly standard for regional championships.⁣ Starting early allows ‍participants ⁣to compete in different categories without feeling rushed. The awards ceremony​ at 4:30 p.m. is ⁢a nice touch—it gives everyone time to reflect on ⁤their performance and celebrate their achievements. However,I’d like to see more‌ interactive sessions,such as​ workshops or Q&A panels with seasoned archers,to enrich the experience.

Moderator: The event is free⁣ for spectators, ⁤which ‌is a great way to attract more‌ interest in the sport. Do you think this approach helps ⁣in promoting archery? ​

Élodie ⁤Dumont: Absolutely! Making the event free removes ​barriers for‌ people who might be curious about‌ archery but hesitant to attend. it’s an excellent opportunity for spectators to witness the precision and​ intensity of the ⁤sport firsthand. I also hope the organizers use this platform to⁣ educate attendees about archery—perhaps by​ offering mini-demonstrations or try-it-yourself sessions.

Moderator: What advice would you⁤ give to the young archers participating in this championship?

Élodie Dumont: My advice would be to ‌focus on the⁢ process, not ‌just the outcome. Archery is as much ⁤a mental game as it is a physical one. Stay ⁢calm, trust your training, and‍ enjoy the experience. Win or lose, this event is⁤ a stepping stone in their archery ‌journey.

Moderator: what are your hopes for the⁢ future of archery in the Manche department ​and ‌beyond? ⁤

Élodie Dumont: ⁢I hope​ to see continued growth and investment⁢ in the sport. Events like these⁣ are crucial,but we ⁢also need more infrastructure,coaching programs,and media coverage to elevate archery to the next level.‍ Archery has the potential to be a​ mainstream sport, and I’m ⁣excited to see where ⁤it goes.

Moderator: ⁤thank‌ you, Élodie, for sharing your‍ insights⁤ and⁢ expertise. To our readers, what are your thoughts on the Manche archery Championships? Do you think archery deserves more attention in the sports world? Share your opinions and join the discussion below!

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