Summary
- The Club Nàutic Sant Antoni won the Championship in the Young Promises category at the I Copa de España de Kayak de Mar.
- They secured a total of nine medals: 4 gold, 2 silver, and 3 bronze.
- The competition took place in Torrevieja, Alicante, under challenging weather conditions.
- Key participants included six young paddlers and two veterans from the club.
- The CNSA scored 238 points, edging out the competition from Lanzarote and Port d’Andratx.
Club Nàutic Sant Antoni Triumphs at I Copa de España de Kayak de mar
the Club Nàutic Sant Antoni (CNSA) has emerged as the champion in the Young Promises category during the inaugural Copa de España de Kayak de Mar, held last weekend in Torrevieja, Alicante. Competing against several established clubs, CNSA excelled in what turned out too be a challenging competition, marked by severe weather conditions that included heavy winds and rain.
Competition Highlights
Despite the adverse conditions that led to the suspension of Saturday’s races, the CNSA paddlers showed remarkable resilience and skill. All races were ultimately moved to Sunday morning, taking place within the confines of the port to ensure safety. Notably, the young paddlers from CNSA delivered outstanding performances that contributed to their club’s impressive medal tally of nine in total:
Medal Breakdown:
- Gold medals (4)
– Gabriela Mendes & Lara Ribas – SS2 Women Child A
– Liam López & Júlia Roselló – SS2 Mixed Children
– Lara Ribas - SS1 Women Child A
– Júlia Roselló – SS1 Women Child B
- Silver Medals (2)
- Laura Rubio & Odalis Posado – SS2 Women Child A
– Gabriela Mendes – SS1 Women Child A
- Bronze Medals (3)
– Albert Solé & José Luis González – SS2 Men Veteran
- Liam López – SS1 Men Child A
– Laura Rubio – SS1 Women Child A
Points and Placement
In the overall club standings for the Young Promises category, CNSA secured:
- Total Points: 238
- Runner-up: Club Marlines from Lanzarote wiht 231 points
- Third place: Club de Vela Port d’Andratx with 156 points
Conclusion
The success of the Club Nàutic Sant Antoni at the I Copa de España de Kayak de Mar not only highlights the talents of it’s young paddlers but also sets a promising tone for future competitions. Through skill, teamwork, and perseverance, CNSA has made a meaningful mark in the kayaking community.
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