(Chris shown in the above photo, left of Center)
Archery Manitoba Provincial Team Member and esteemed member of Archery Canada’s Nationals Para Team, Chris Waterman, has once again demonstrated his prowess on the international stage. At the 2024 Para Pan American Championships, the premier continental para archery event in the Americas, Chris, alongside his teammate Kyle Tremblay, secured a remarkable victory, clinching the gold medal in the Men’s Double Team Event.
The journey to victory was not without its challenges. Facing formidable opponents, Chris and Kyle exemplified resilience and skill in every match they contested. In their initial showdown against Brazil, they entered as the underdogs. However, through sheer determination and precision shooting, they managed to upset their opponents with a narrow yet decisive victory, triumphing 146-144.
Undeterred by the odds stacked against them, Chris and Kyle faced their toughest test yet in the Gold Medal match against Mexico. Once again labeled as underdogs, they rose to the occasion with remarkable composure and unwavering focus. With nerves of steel and clutch performances, they outclassed their opponents, securing a resounding 150-144 victory and clinching the Gold Medal for Canada.
Their remarkable achievement reflected Chris’s immense pride in representing his country on the podium. “Yesterday, Kyle Tremblay and I took the Gold medal in the Para Men’s Compound Open Doubles at the 2024 Para PanAm Championships in Brazil,” Chris said. “I am so proud to be bringing this medal home to Canada. I would be lying if I said there wasn’t a tear in my eye as I watched our flag being raised to our National Anthem.”
Chris Waterman’s triumph at the 2024 Para Pan American Championships highlights his exceptional talent and dedication and is a testament to the indomitable spirit of para-athletes. His victory brings glory to himself and his teammates and inspires aspiring athletes across Canada and beyond. As Chris soars to greater heights in his archery journey, his achievements serve as a beacon of hope and inspiration for all.
