Indian archery coach Kim Hyung Tak believes that India is poised to make history by clinching its first-ever Olympic medal in archery at the upcoming Paris Games. With improved team performance and a mix of experience and youth, the Indian archers are on track to achieve this elusive milestone. Let’s delve into the details of their journey and the factors contributing to their success.
Indian Archery Team’s Quest for Olympic Glory
India has a rich tradition in archery, but an Olympic medal has remained elusive. Between 2004 and 2020, the Indian men’s, women’s, and mixed teams made it to the quarter-finals six times, yet they couldn’t secure a podium finish. However, the tide seems to be turning, and Coach Kim Hyung Tak is optimistic about their chances in Paris.
The Indian archers recently stunned the world by defeating reigning Olympic champions South Korea to win a World Cup team gold. This victory showcased their potential and raised hopes for the upcoming Olympics. Notably, Dhiraj Bommadevara secured a quota place for India in archery for the Paris Games, and the recurve archers are currently chasing a team quota in a qualification tournament in Turkey next month.
Coach Kim Hyung Tak Highlights The Importance Of a Balanced Team
Coach Kim Hyung Tak emphasized the importance of having a balanced team. He praised the combination of experience and youth within the Indian camp. Let’s take a closer look:
“The average level of the team has got a notch higher,” Kim, told the Sports Authority of India.
“The frequent coaching camps… too are contributing to the cause, and constant collaboration is only helping the team get that elusive medal at the Olympics.”
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“There are many young archers and this is only good for the future of Indian archery,” said Kim, who has trained more than 500 archers from 30 nations.
“The experienced heads like Deepika, Tarundeep are guiding the young archers. This helps a lot in team building and this is very important in the build up to the Paris Games.”
Indian Archery Coach Kim was impressed by the coaching facilities at the SAI National Centre of Excellence in Sonipat, India. The use of technology and detailed training programs has elevated the team’s performance. The archers’ consistent exposure to coaching camps has also played a crucial role.
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