The Italian 3D archery championship ended last Saturday in Torre del Pozzo, with the assignment of the Under and Over 20 individual podiums in the naked bow, instinctive bow, longbow and compound divisions. The event, which started on Wednesday 25 September, was organized by the Uras Archers, with the collaboration of the Fitarco Sardinia Regional Committee and the patronage of the Region.
Winning the men’s Over 20 team gold, the third after the successes of 2011 and 2015, are the Arcieri Fivizzano (Bellotti, Gallo, Pontremolesi) who got the better of the defending champions Arcieri delle Alpi (Lazzaroni, Seimandi, Vieceli) 109-103. Bronze for the Tigullio Archers (Baldini, Godano, Noceti), winning over the Costa Etrusca Archers (De Pietro, Fani, Rossi) 105-93. The other team titles were awarded on Friday. The women’s gold medal was won by Sagitta Arcieri Pesaro (Donati, Giorgetti, Marcaccini) who beat the athletes of the Arcieri Città di Pescia (Crocioni, Pennacchi, Sacchetti) by one point in the last place, while the bronze medal goes to the Arcieri dell’Airone trio (Clerici, Desilvestri, Maffiuletti) who beat Sardara Archery Team (Angius, Masala, Nioi) 55-49.
The Arcieri Altopiano Piné (Avi, Giovannini, Maccarinelli) won the youth men’s tricolor, beating the Arcieri dell’Airone (Medina Cerrato, Scudeller, Tironi) 80-73 in the final. Third place for the Archi del Grande Falco (Manca, Mazzi, Romano) winning over the hosts Arcieri Uras (Nalli, Onali, Pinna) 67-58.
The women’s tricolor also goes to the Arcieri Altopiano Piné (Maccarinelli, Melchiori, Sitkevich) who get the better of Pol. Pegasus (Griguoli S., Griguoli D., Toscano) 86-77. Bronze to the Uras Archers (Cotza, Delunas, Mura) who won the Sardinian derby 59-40 against the Torres Sassari Archers (Figus, Pilo, Sanna).
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The Italian individual and team titles in 3D archery were awarded to Torre del Pozzo
The Over 20 individual titles
In the compound the defending champion Marco Bruno (Fiamme Azzurre) confirms last year’s gold by beating Paolo Pockaj (Zarja) by one point 42-41, while Raffaele Gallo (Arcieri Fivizzano) earns third place with 41-38 over Giusto Magrelli (Archers of the Middle Chienti).
Among the women, Irene Franchini (Fiamme Azzurre) also manages to confirm the tricolor, reaching 5 titles, beating the home athlete Ilaria Spanu (Arcieri Uras) by one point 39-38, while Elisa Baldo (Arcieri Decumanus Maximus) wins the bronze with 43-36 over Anna Puricelli (Agm).
In the Instinctive Bow Giuliano Faletti (Arcieri delle Alpi) wins his first gold in this division by winning the final with Luca Rossi (Arcieri Costa Etrusca) 31-26. Third place for Ivano Lolli (Le Frecce di S. Margherita) who got the better of Massimo Cavanna (AGA) 28-24.
Among the women, the match for first place saw the victory, for the first time in her career, of Michela Donati (Sagitta Arcieri Pesaro) who beat Barbara Pagliuca (Arcieri Costa Etrusca) 24-18. Erminia D’Agostino (Arco Club Capri) gets the bronze with 23-18 over Simonetta Graziani (Arcieri della Volpe Bianca).
In the bare bow Alessio Noceti (Arcieri Tigullio), at the end of a balanced match, won the challenge for the tricolor with Giuseppe Seimandi (Fiamme Azzurre) 41-40, reaching his second title after the one in 2022. Bronze for Alessandro Morini (Ypsilon Arco Club) who beat Simone Barbieri (Malin Archery Team) 39-36.
In the women’s category, the reigning champion Cinzia Noziglia (Fiammo Oro) confirms the Italian title and reaches six tricolors, the fifth in a row, narrowly surpassing the home favorite Eleonora Meloni (Arcieri Uras) 35-34 who is unable to complete the comeback at last arrow. Rania Braccini (Arcieri Lucca) takes the bronze by beating Alia Hamoude (Arcieri Virtus) 37-28.
In the longbow Ignazio Efisio Tiana (Annuagras) wins his first career tricolor thanks to 35-26 over Alfredo Dondi (Le Frecce di S. Margherita) and Riccardo Bergonzi (Shadow Archery Team) takes third place with 37-23 over Marco Pontremolesi (Fivizzano Archers).
Among the women, Gabriella Sabetta (Arcieri del Molise) also wrote her name on the event’s roll of honor for the first time, beating Cristina Fiorano (Le Frecce di S. Margherita) 29-15 in the final, while the outgoing champion Maria Cristina Giorgetti (Sagitta Arcieri Pesaro) takes home the bronze by beating her teammate Elena Garbugli (Sagitta Arcieri Pesaro) 31-21.
The Under 20 individual titles
In the compound the defending champion Mattia Corgiat Loia (Arcieri Iuvenilia) is overtaken at the last arrow by Davide Ciaccarini (Puma Riano), who takes home his first tricolor with the final 37-36. In the challenge for third place Mattia Celi (Compagnia degli Etruschi) wins at the last arrow 40-39 against Omar Cecco (Arcieri del Tagliamento) after a long head-to-head. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>
In the women’s category, the reigning champion Martina Del Duca (Sardara Archery Team) manages to confirm herself on the top step of the podium, with the complicity of Sofia Morari (Arcieri dell’Airone) who, leading at the last arrow, allows herself to be overtaken by Sardinian athlete 34-31. Ginevra Seneca (Arcieri Altopiano Piné) wins the derby for bronze at the last arrow with Sara Conci (Arcieri Altopiano Piné) with the final 34-32.
In the instinctive arch, Mattia Cabodi (Hunter Archery Team) wins gold again, beating Tiziano Piumatti (Arcclub I Falchi di Bra) 34-15. Third place already assigned to Gabriele Arras (Arcieri Torres Sassari).
In the women’s event, the defending champion Asia Genovese (Arcieri Sagittario) fails to defend the 2023 title, gold which instead goes to Ylenia Bianchi (Arcieri della Volpe Bianca), who won 28-25. In third place is Matilde Cabodi (Hunter Archery Team) who prevails 13-10 over Alessandra Schiavi (Le Frecce di S. Margherita).
In the bare bow Matteo Dessì (Annuagras) gets the gold medal by beating Gabriele Pizzutto (Arcieri della Fenice Fvg) 40-29 in the final and Gabriele Medina Cerrato (Arcieri dell’Airone) wins the bronze with 31-23 over Antonio Mottola (Archers of the Star).
In the women’s Emma Svaldi (Arcieri Altopiano Piné) wins the tricolor with 31-28 over Claudia Aluzzi (Arcieri della Stella), while third place goes to Sofia Toscano (Pol. Pegasus) overcoming Marta Malacrida (Arcieri dell’Airone) 34- 21.
In the longbow the match for gold sees the victory of Flavio Manca (Archi del Gran Falco) who beats the home athlete Edoardo Pinna (Arcieri Uras) 18-10 in the final. The bronze was won by Thomas Casula (Arcieri Terranoa Olbia) who closed the challenge with Alessio Tironi (Arcieri dell’Airone) 23-18.
In the women’s category, the Italian title was won by Elena Maccarinelli (Arcieri Altopiano Piné) overcoming Silvia Porretta (Arcieri delle Due Corone) 18-8, while Emma Calcagno (Le Frecce di S. Margherita) took third place with 15-11 over Deborah Griguoli (Pol. Pegasus).
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Arcieri Fivizzano (Brogi, Pontremolesi) won the tricolor in the longbow, beating Sagitta Arcieri Pesaro (Giorgetti, Ambrosi) in the final 60-54. Third place for the Frecce di S. Margherita (Forni, Dondi) who won the match against the Arcieri Torres Sassari (Bozzi, Arca) 50-38.
In naked arch, gold medal for the Tigullio Archers (Noziglia, Noceti) who beat the Città di Pescia Archers (Colombo, Pennacchi) 65-52. On the third step of the podium the home athletes of the Arcieri Uras (Meloni, Bandini) who came from behind to overcome the Arcieri dell’Ortica (Goldoni, Figliola) 64-63.
The Frecce di S. Margherita (Forni, Lolli) took the Italian title in the instinctive bow thanks to the 52-44 obtained over the Arcieri della Volpe Bianca (Graziani, Macciocca). Bronze for the Arcieri Costa Etrusca (Pagliuca, Rossi) who won the final 54-45 over Arcclub I Falchi di Bra (Bo, Panero).
The Arcieri dell’Airone (Maffiuletti, Tironi) took first place in the compound, overcoming the Arcieri Iuvenilia (Matzutzi, Bruno) 78-71, while the Arcieri delle Alpi (Franchini, Vieceli) placed third after the winning playoff over the Arcieri Grande Milano (Puricelli, Casiello) 83-83 (20-18).
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The youth longbow title goes to the Arcieri Altopiano Piné: Elena and Daniele Maccarinelli beat the home team of the Arcieri Uras (Cotza, Pinna) 38-15.
The Arcieri della Fenice Fvg won the bare bow gold in the youth competition with Monica and Gabriele Pizzutto beating the Arcieri del Falco (Carlini, Fagioli) 72-55. Third place for the Altopiano Piné Archers (Avi, Sitkevich) who got the better of the Airone Archers (Malacrida, Medina Cerrato) who finished 49-41.
Instinctive Bow – Matilde and Mattia Cabodi of the Hunter Archery Team take first place in the instinctive bow, beating the Uras Archers (Figus, Arras) 57-20.
Finally, the compound youth title goes to the Arcieri dell’Airone (Morari, Scudeller) who beat the Sardara Archery Team (Del Duca, Melis) 77-69 in the final. Bronze to the Arcieri Altopiano Piné (Melchiori, Giovannini) after 71-67 over Francesca and Antonio Garofalo of the Arcieri della Stella.
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In one way or the other, almost every Nigerian has heard of the mythical match between India Vs. Nigeria that ended with 99 goals to 1 with India being victorious.
Before the advent of the internet, this story successfully thrived among Nigerians, but with the emergence of the internet and easy access to social media, the truth behind the India Vs Nigeria 99-1 match was revealed.
Though there are different accounts of the match, but they all have the following in common:
That the match ended with India scoring 99 goals and Nigeria scoring just one goal.
That Indians later agreed that if Nigeria could score one goal, they would concede defeat.
That Samuel Okwaraji scored the winning goal and lost his life in the process because the ball turned into stone as he was about to kick it.
That FIFA banned India from soccer because they used juju (black magic) in that match.
Why did people believe the India Vs Nigeria 99-1 match story?
Even with the absence of the internet back then, this kind of claims should be immediately recognized as lies, the kind of lies they call “big fat lies”. But most people like to acknowledge this story as true with the fact that no one has ever seen India play in an International Football Match. Since no one actually saw India participate in most international soccer games, this gave a little credence to the story.
Another reason this lie thrived for long was that credible information was not easily accessible in Nigeria unlike now that even a 4-year-old child can debunk false claims within minutes with the help of Google. This Nigeria Vs India match story would have been fabricated by one community elder to children during an evening gathering; that’s our take at OldNaija.
What Actually Happened!
On the 12th of August 1989, Nigeria lost one of her best footballers, Sam Okwaraji who died during a football match. We wrote about how he died on the pitch and you can read it here. Sam Okwaraji was the player rumoured to have lost his life in that game when in truth he died during a FIFA World Cup qualifying game against Angola in the 77th minute. He collapsed and died of cognitive heart failure. May his soul rest in peace. AMEN!
Samuel Okwaraji (circled)
So, that is the only truthful thing about the India Vs Nigeria 99-1 match story, the fact that a Nigerian player died during a football match. That is what these lies was fabricated around. The match was not against India, Nigeria did not lose the match and as you must have guessed, and there were no lions or ball turning into a stone.
India was never banned by FIFA. It was India that withdrew from the tournament themselves. Here is how it happened.
Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) made it clear to India that they would not be allowed to play in the 1950 FIFA World Cup without footwear.
Then something happened. You see, when determining the make-up of the 1950 World Cup, FIFA determined that obviously the two defending finalists, Brazil and Italy, would be guaranteed slots. That left fourteen slots that needed to be filled.
FIFA decided that seven of those slots would come from Europe, six would come from the Americas and one would come from Asia.
The problem was that of the four Asian teams that were invited to the World Cup, three of them (the Philippines, Indonesia and Burma) withdrew from the tournament before the qualification round.
Therefore, India earned an automatic slot within the World Cup. It would be India’s first time appearing in the World Cup but India, too, withdrew from the tournament because FIFA would not allow them to compete barefoot.
The Hidden Financial Struggles of Footballers: Divorce’s Costly Toll
The glamorous image of professional footballers, with their luxurious lifestyles and multimillion-dollar contracts, often obscures a harsh reality: the financial devastation many endure through divorce. Behind the fame and fortune, several high-profile players have seen their wealth significantly depleted after parting ways with their spouses, a stark reminder that no amount of money can fully shield one of the financial pitfalls of personal relationships gone awry…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>
One of the most shocking examples is that of former Arsenal defender Emmanuel Eboué, who lost not only his properties in England but also custody of his children following a bitter divorce. Despite earning millions during his career, Eboué found himself stripped of almost everything. His situation became a cautionary tale, underscoring that even the wealthiest footballers can fall victim to the financial ruin that divorce can bring.
Eboué is not alone. Football legends such as Thierry Henry and Ryan Giggs have also experienced significant financial losses due to divorce. Henry reportedly paid £10 million to his ex-wife, while Giggs parted with an astonishing £40 million after his marriage ended. Louis Saha and Wes Brown, both former Manchester United players, also suffered substantial financial hits, with Brown declaring bankruptcy despite earning £50,000 per week during his time at the club. His case highlights how even vast earnings can quickly evaporate when faced with legal settlements and financial mismanagement.
David James, the former England goalkeeper, faced a particularly dire situation, losing much of his fortune after divorce and being forced to auction his personal belongings to make ends meet. Similarly, Ray Parlour, another Arsenal great, saw his ex-wife receive half of his £10 million fortune, including a £2.5 million house. Jamie Redknapp, a former Liverpool star, also faced a hefty settlement, parting with half of his estimated £15 million fortune after his marriage ended.
These are just a few of the many footballers who have faced financial disaster due to divorce. Keith Gillespie, once a key figure in the Premier League, lost over £7 million, leading to his bankruptcy in 2010. Despite earning significant wages during his career, his divorce and poor financial decisions left him in financial ruin. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>
Perhaps the most shocking case is that of Tendai Ndoro, a Zimbabwean striker who lost everything after registering all his properties in his wife’s name. Following their breakup, she kicked him out of the house, leaving him with nothing. Ndoro’s story serves as a grim reminder of the dangers of not protecting one’s assets, even in relationships where trust is implicit.
For footballers, whose careers often peak early, these financial setbacks can be devastating. While their salaries are among the highest in professional sports, the combination of short career spans, legal fees, and divorce settlements can quickly erode their fortunes. Many players also face additional challenges in managing their finances due to a lack of financial education or oversight during their playing years.
These stories underscore the importance of safeguarding personal wealth, especially for high-earning individuals like footballers, who may be more vulnerable to financial upheaval. Proper financial planning, asset protection strategies, and prenups are increasingly necessary tools for protecting one’s earnings and securing a stable future.
In conclusion, while the public sees footballers as insulated by their wealth, the reality is that they are just as susceptible to the financial hardships of divorce as anyone else. The personal struggles behind the scenes reveal that their lives, though glamorous on the surface, are often fraught with the same vulnerabilities and challenges faced by ordinary individuals. These cases serve as sobering reminders that financial security is never guaranteed, even for those at the pinnacle of success.
In February 2022, the Bengals missed the Super Bowl by three small points, but regardless, the future seemed bright in Cincinnati.
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In any case, that’s what we, the most seasoned experts in American football, believed, capable of seeing the future each season, often in a very impressive way; for example, this column has been predicting since 1970 that the New York Jets are not going to win the Super Bowl, and that’s still exactly what happens.
The Bengals have never won anything, but their presence on the big stage two years ago suggested that, a bit like the Nordiques in 1990, the best was yet to come.
Well, no.
As of this hour, the Bengals are a dismal 1-4, and even then, their only win came against the Carolina Panthers, who are about as bad as they are.
The good news for the Bengals is that this “landing” is fairly easily explained: their defense is pretty awful. The less good news is that it is probably already too late to try to solve this problem.
In five games, the Bengals have allowed a total of 145 points, which gives a pretty staggering average of 29 points per game. No one else in the American Association looks this bad, and in the league as a whole, only the Carolina Panthers are even worse in this regard.
Meanwhile, the Bengals are wasting the best years of Joe Burrow, who turns 28 in December. He wouldn’t be the first quality quarterback to waste his talent in this uniform.
Is it necessary here to remember that in American football, as in life in general, there is never anything certain? This reality reminds us of this sublime quote from Jean-Jacques Rousseau, who once wrote that “supreme happiness is a hundred times sweeter to hope for than to obtain”.
Rousseau must have been a Bengals fan, obviously.
You are probably aware that the New York Jets fired their coachbut that’s not the worst. The worst part is that poor Robert Saleh would have been escorted to the door like a pauper by security agents.
It’s undoubtedly one of the worst moments in the history of a club that collects the worst moments, from Mark Sanchez dropping a ball on his lineman’s pussy, to a visibly hot Joe Namath trying to to kiss a reporter live on TV (we’re going to move on to the naughty photo of Brett Favre because there are children here).
We can never repeat it enough: in football, as in life, everything starts from the top. The leaders of the Jets, who display a level of competence similar to that of the inventors of Pepsi Crystal, thus opted for the easy way, instead of realizing that their ground game is non-existent, and that their quarterback who hears voices in his head is finished.
In addition, barely installed, new coach Jeff Ulbrich decided to give control of the attack to assistant Todd Downing, who will call the plays from now on. This is not a detail because this task previously fell to offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett, close and confidant of Aaron Rodgers.
It’s obvious that this is going to end very badly. As per usual.
Someone whispers in my ear that the inbox is overflowing again, so let’s get to it right away.
First, Luc Girouard from Sept-Îles sends us this timely little comment: “Would Prince Rodgers have plotted to kick Robert Saleh out in order to take his place? »
We all see what you did, Luc.
Then, there is a certain Nicolas B. from Laval who sent this: “Hi Richard. Great weekly column on football. Really entertaining. In addition, you allow my teenagers to read about football in French, which is still a challenge […] If you ever make a reference to my comment, my sports travel gang is buying me a beer on our next trip. »
You will demand a micro beer, Nicolas. Finally, there is Marco Campanozzi who can no longer hear about “mixing” and the right chair: “I can’t do it anymore!!! »
We are Marco.
It will be another great opportunity to lock yourself in front of the TV while pretending to do something constructive, because Sunday’s menu is particularly spicy.
Thus, Commanders in a state of grace will go to Baltimore to prove that they are serious, the Chargers will go to Denver in the hope of recovering after two defeats in a row, and the Cowboys will host the Lions, in a match that they can’t really let slip away, just to build something following the little miracle last Sunday night in Pittsburgh.
Don’t forget to check out the colors during halftime.
