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SWSC excels at Emirates Archery League 5th stage

February 18, 2025 / 7:53 PM
SWSC excels at Emirates Archery League 5th stage
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Sharjah24: The fifth stage of the Emirates Archery League wrapped up with fierce competition on February 15-16, 2025, at the Higher Colleges of Technology in Sharjah. The event showcased the involvement of the Sharjah Women's Sports Club (SWSC), Fujairah Martial Arts Club, Abu Dhabi Archery Club, D’Archers, and Al Nasr. Sharjah Women's Sports Club demonstrated impressive accomplishments, securing multiple podium finishes in different categories.

Day one highlights

The opening day featured intense rivalry among the five clubs, with Hessa Al Awadi taking the top spot in the Women’s Recurve Archery category, followed by Fatima Al Blooshi in second place and Snehal Devkar securing third. In the U-18 Women’s Recurve category, Marwa Al Serkal claimed the gold medal, with Sarah Al Blooshi finishing in second place and Nora Al Mazmi taking third. Amina Al Awadi maintained her impressive performance in the Compound Archery category for women by clinching the gold medal. Sarah Al Mazmi distinguished herself by securing victory in the Compound Archery category for U-18 girls, showcasing her remarkable talent.

Day two results

The thrill carried on to the second day of competition. Salama Al Ali secured the silver medal in the Recurve Archery category for U-12. In the U-15 girls’ Recurve Archery category, Samia Odiniva secured first place, while Shahd Jawhar took second. In the U-12 Compound Archery category, Moza Al Shamsi achieved gold, while Alia Al Shamsi earned the silver medal, and Shamma Al Shamsi finished in third place, highlighting the emergence of a new, determined generation in archery.

Commendation for achievement and development

Elina Lapsina, the technical director of archery at Sharjah Women's Sports Club, commended the players’ performance throughout the tournament. She observed that the women excelled on the podiums during the first day, underscoring their dedication to training and preparation. Elena also noted the remarkable progress of younger athletes, many of whom broke their personal records, suggesting a promising future for the sport. She conveyed assurance in the players' capacity for additional accomplishments, highlighting the excellence of the club’s training programs.

Athletes reflect on their success

Fatima Al Blooshi, who won silver in the Women's Recurve category, shared her contentment with her performance, highlighting the intense competition that motivated her to excel. She expressed, "I take pride in what I accomplished during this phase." Each competition presents a chance to grow and enhance my skills, and I am grateful to the coaching staff and my teammates for their unwavering support.

Hessa Al Awadi, the gold medallist in the Women’s Recurve category, expressed her enthusiasm about the victory, crediting her achievement to her unwavering dedication and the obstacles she encountered throughout the competition. "Winning this championship inspires me to continue putting in the effort and training to improve for the upcoming stages," she said.

Anticipating the future

These results reflect the dedication of both the athletes and the coaching staff at Sharjah Women's Sports Club, showcasing continuous progress in archery. The event has also provided a platform to showcase the dedication and drive of the athletes. The coaches are now focused on evaluating the results and refining training plans to enhance both the technical and physical readiness of the players for upcoming league stages and international competitions.

The fifth stage signifies the concluding round prior to the league’s grand finale, where the outcomes from the five preceding stages will establish the top four athletes in each category. The athletes are set to vie for the leading spots in the final stage, elevating the significance of the forthcoming preparation for this crucial round.

February 18, 2025 / 7:53 PM

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