30 March 2011 - National structure development project successfully completed in Georgia

National structure development project successfully completed in Georgia Lausanne – 30 March 2011   Archie with Georgian archer Asmat DIASAMIDZE    World Archery and the National Archery Federation of Georgia have completed a "National Sports Structure Development" project funded by the Olympic Solidarity. The Georgian archers benefited from the expertise of the Korean Mr AN Hyung Seung—known as "Archie"—from November 2010 to the end of March 2011.   Archie provided a complete review of the archery infrastructure, equipment and human resources of the national federation. He says there is still a lot to be done and improve in order for our sport to progress in this country. He enjoyed his experience in Georgia, particularly the people who were so friendly.   The project was conducted in the two Georgian cities of Tbilisi and Batumi. The national archery team comprises of seven men, six women and ten coaches for the entire country. The Ministry of Sports, in collaboration with the National Archery Federation, is working towards the upcoming World Championships 2011 and the London 2012 Olympic Games. In view of these important events, Archie’s was offered a contract as head coach of the national team until July 2011, in order to prepare the team for the World Archery Championships in Turin, Italy.   He says that "In order to achieve high scores at the World Archery Championships, it is important to focus on physical and technical training as the remaining time is short. In the past months during my stay in Georgia, the archers have progressed considerably and it has allowed me to gain the trust of the archery family and sports authorities, which have then offered me this contract."   World Archery would like to congratulate Archie for his contribution to develop archery in Georgia and we look forward to collaborate with him in future projects. World Archery would like to thank the Olympic Solidarity for their valuable contribution as always and the National Archery Federation of Georgia for their great initiative to improve their know-how.   World Archery Development Department