Tarancón Archers Shine at Castilla-La Mancha Championship
The Castilla-La Mancha Archery Championship, held in Torrijos this past weekend, saw notable performances from Tarancón’s archery team. The event drew top archers from across the region, competing in various categories for both men and women.
Tarancón’s archery school,led by José María Párraga Villanueva,showcased its burgeoning talent,securing multiple podium finishes. Celia Hontana Olivas dominated the female junior category, claiming the championship title. Ainara Bermejo Jiménez also represented Tarancón well, securing third place in the same category.
The male junior category saw Arturo González Villalvilla emerge victorious, further solidifying Tarancón’s dominance in the competition.
José María Párraga Villanueva, the school’s director and a seasoned archer himself, also participated, achieving a commendable third-place finish in his category. All Tarancón archers competed with recurve bows.
Gonzalo Gismero García, competing in the senior customary bow category, placed eighth.
Despite the ongoing renovations at the Peña el Águila pavilion, which prevented the traditional christmas ham shoot this year, the Tarancón Archery School continues its active schedule, nurturing the next generation of archery stars. The school’s success at the Castilla-La Mancha Championship highlights the dedication and skill of its archers and coaches, solidifying Tarancón’s position as a force to be reckoned with in the regional archery scene.
Tarancón’s Archery Stars: A Conversation with Former Olympian, Miguel Angel García
Welcome back, archery enthusiasts, to “Bullseye Banter,” your weekly dose of all things archery! This week, we have a very special guest, former Olympic archer and three-time national champion, Miguel Angel garcía. miguel, welcome to the show!
Miguel: It’s a pleasure to be here. I’m always eager to talk about the sport I love.
Host: Perfect! As you know, we’re focusing on the recent Castilla-La Mancha archery Championship in Torrijos. Tarancón’s team absolutely dominated the junior categories, and I want to get your take on these rising stars. Celia Hontana Olivas claimed the female junior title, and Arturo González Villalvilla took the men’s title. That’s pretty remarkable for any archery school, let alone one with limited resources due to those renovations at their home pavilion.
Miguel: It’s truly remarkable what tarancón’s team has achieved. These young archers demonstrate incredible talent and dedication. Winning against top archers from across the region shows they’re not just good; they’re exceptional. It also speaks volumes about their coach, José maría Párraga villanueva. Leading by example, he himself secured a third-place finish!
Host: You’ve always emphasized the importance of strong coaching. Do you think José María’s success as an archer himself plays a critically important role in his ability to mentor these young talents?
Miguel: absolutely! I firmly believe that coaches who have competed at a high level possess a unique understanding of the mental and physical demands of the sport. They can relate to their students’ challenges and offer invaluable guidance based on their own experiences.
Host: That’s a great point. Now,let’s turn to the senior categories. Gonzalo Gismero García placed eighth in the senior customary bow category. Do you think that’s a respectable result, given the dominance of recurve bows in modern archery?
miguel: It’s definitely a commendable achievement. The conventional bow requires extraordinary precision and technique. To place in the top ten against predominantly recurve archers speaks to Gonzalo’s skill and dedication to a truly challenging discipline.
Host: Miguel, Tarancón’s team seems poised to make a bigger splash on the national stage. What advice would you give these young archers as they continue to develop their skills?
Miguel: Embrace the journey! Archery is a sport that demands patience, perseverance, and a love for the challenge. Enjoy the process of learning, continuously refine your technique, and never shy away from competition. Remember, it’s not just about hitting the target, it’s about pushing your limits and becoming the best version of yourself.
Host: Powerful words, Miguel. Thanks for sharing your insights and experience with us.
Now, archery fans, we want to hear from you! What are your thoughts on Tarancón’s performance at the Castilla-La Mancha Championship? Do you have any predictions for their future success? Let us know in the comments section below! Until next time, keep those arrows flying straight and true!
