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33 Medals for the Deree Swim Academy at the “Southern Greece Winter Championship for Boys-Girls” at Olympic Athletic Center of Athens!

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The Deree Swim Academy participated with 49 athletes in the “Southern Greece Winter Championship for Boys – Girls” held on February 14-16 at Olympic Athletic Center of Athens.

The D.C.A.C. once again stood out, excelling in all categories. With successful performances, the Deree Swim Academy secured the 2nd place in the Girls, Youth, and Boys-Girls categories, winning a total of 33 medals.

Congratulations to all the athletes! 

Gold Medals (2):

  • Lora Ferra (2) – 50m and 100m Freestyle Youth

Silver Medals (18):

  • Konstantinos Geramanis (2) – 400m and 800m Freestyle Juniors
  • Marios Vlachakis (2) – 100m and 200m Butterfly Boys
  • Angelos Zografakis (2) – 100m and 200m Butterfly Juniors
  • Danae Petropoulou (2) – 50m and 100m Breaststroke
  • Lora Ferra – 200m Freestyle Youth
  • Marilia Darzenta – 1500m Freestyle Youth
  • Doreta Zarbouti – 100m Breaststroke Youth
  • Anastasis Birkos – 50m Backstroke Boys
  • 4×100 Medley Mixed Boys-Girls (Anastasis Birkos, Danae Petropoulou, Marios Vlachakis, Silia Xira)
  • 4×100 Freestyle Youth (Lora Ferra, Maria Exarchou, Marilia Darzenta, Doreta Zarbouti)
  • 4×100 Freestyle Mixed Boys-Girls (Marios Vlachakis, Anastasis Birkos, Foteini Angelidi, Silia Xira)
  • 4×100 Freestyle Mixed Juniors-Youth (Angelos Zografakis, Konstantinos Geramanis, Maria Exarchou, Lora Ferra)
  • 4×200 Freestyle Youth (Marilia Darzenta, Maria Exarchou, Doreta Zarbouti, Lora Ferra)
  • 4×100 Medley Youth (Christina Kakampoura, Areti Zarbouti, Maria Exarchou, Lora Ferra)

Bronze Medals (13):

  • David Merai (2) – 100m and 200m Breaststroke Boys
  • Silia Xira (2) – 1500m and 400m Freestyle Girls
  • Konstantinos Geramanis – 200m Freestyle Juniors
  • Marios Vlachakis – 400m Medley Boys
  • Marilia Darzenta – 400m Freestyle Youth
  • Areti Zarbouti – 200m Breaststroke Youth
  • Christina Kakampoura – 100m Backstroke Youth
  • Maria Gaitanidi – 200m Breaststroke Girls
  • 4×200 Freestyle Juniors (Angelos Zografakis, Aris Spyropoulos, Angelos Skouras, Konstantinos Geramanis)
  • 4×200 Freestyle Girls (Silia Xira, Anny Stavrianou, Melina Kalogeropoulou, Foteini Angelidi)
  • 4×100 Medley Girls (Anny Stavrianou, Danae Petropoulou, Silia Xira, Foteini Angelidi)

The team was accompanied by the DSWA Head Coach Mr. Antonis Antoniou and their coaches Mr. Vasilis Demetis and Mr. Ioannis Syrbopoulos.

1 Trophy and 22 Medals for the Deree Swim Academy at the “Southern Greece Winter Championship for Boys & Girls A’ and B’” at Olympic Athletic Center of Athens!

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The Deree Swim Academy participated with 27 athletes in the Winter Championship of Southern Greece for Boys & Girls A’ and B’, held at Olympic Athletic Center of Athens on February 7-9, and won 22 medals and 1 trophy in the Boys B’ category.

Congratulations to all athletes, as well as to their coaches Antonis Antoniou, Vasilis Demetis, and Giannis Syrbopoulos.

Gold Medals (4)

  • Natassa Painesi (2): 200m Breaststroke, 200m IM Girls A’
  • Konstantinos Emmanouil (1): 100m Backstroke Boys B’
  • 4×100 Medley Relay Boys B’ (1): (Konstantinos Emmanouil, Stavros Alivizatos, Nestor Giannoulis, Thanasis Minogiannis)

Silver Medals (7)

  • Konstantinos Emmanouil: 200m Backstroke Boys B’
  • Filio Mantzara: 200m Backstroke Girls B’
  • Renia Stavrianou: 400m Freestyle Girls B’
  • Vitalios Albanis: 400m IM Boys A’
  • Nestor Giannoulis: 100m Butterfly Boys B’
  • 4×100 Medley Relay Girls A’ (Kali Chalvantzi, Natassa Painesi, Angeliki Perdikari, Elena Kanari)
  • 4×100 Freestyle Relay Girls B’ (Filio Mantzara, Alexandra Angelidi, Ioanna Kostagiola, Renia Stavrianou)

Bronze Medals (11)

  • Filio Mantzara (2): 400m IM, 400m Freestyle Girls B’
  • Renia Stavrianou (2): 800m, 1500m Freestyle Girls B’
  • Konstantinos Emmanouil: 50m Backstroke Boys B’
  • Vitalios Albanis: 200m IM Boys A’
  • Nestor Giannoulis: 50m Butterfly Boys B’
  • Elena Kanari: 400m IM Girls B’
  • Thanasis Theodoulidis: 200m Breaststroke Boys A’
  • 4×100 Freestyle Relay Girls A’ (Elena Kanari, Vasiliki Geramani, Kali Chalvantzi, Natassa Painesi)
  • 4×200 Freestyle Relay Girls B’ (Renia Stavrianou, Alexandra Angelidi, Patricia Sokolaki, Filio Mantzara)

Great performances and personal bests for the Deree Swim Academy at the “A.O. Oceanos” Swim Meet at Olympic Center of Athens!

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On January 17-19, the Deree Swim Academy participated with a great success in the “A.O. Oceanos” Swim Meet at Olympic Center of Athens, with a total of 60 athletes, who achieved many personal records.

The DCAC won a total of 26 medals, as follows: 

Gold (6):

  •    Silia Xira: 100m Butterfly and 400m Individual Medley (Girls)
  •    Danae Petropoulou: 50m and 100m Breaststroke (Girls)
  •    Natassa Painesi: 200m Breaststroke (Girls A)
  •    Doretta Zarbouti: 100m Breaststroke (Youth)

Silver (14):

  •     Natassa Painesi: 200m Freestyle and 200m Individual Medley (Girls A)
  •     Angelos Zografakis: 100m and 200m Freestyle (Boys)
  •     Filio Mantzara: 400m Freestyle and 100m Backstroke (Girls B)
  •     Silia Xira: 100m Backstroke (Girls)
  •     Doretta Zarbouti: 50m Breaststroke (Youth)
  •     Lora Ferra: 400m Freestyle (Youth)
  •     David Merai: 50m Breaststroke (Boys)
  •     Anny Stavrianou: 200m Backstroke (Girls)
  •     Nikolas Tsoumbelis: 100m Breaststroke (Boys A)
  •     Elena Kanari: 400m Individual Medley (Girls A)
  •     Thanasis Minogiannis: 200m Backstroke (Boys B)

Bronze (6):

  •     Lora Ferra: 50m Butterfly and 200m Individual Medley (Youth)
  •     Maria Gaitanidi: 100m Breaststroke (Girls)
  •     Melina Kalogeropoulou: 400m Freestyle (Girls)
  •     Vitalios Albanis: 200m Individual Medley (Boys A)
  •     Thanasis Theodoulidis: 100m Breaststroke (Boys A)

The team was accompanied by their head coach, Mr. Antonis Antoniou and their coaches Mr. Vasilis Demetis and Mr. Giannis Syrbopoulos.

Congratulations to all the athletes for their performance!

 

Deree Sports Performance and Development Model – Scientific Approach to Athletic Performance for Deree Basketball Academy.

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At Deree Sports Academy, our priority is the scientific and evidence-based monitoring of each athlete’s development. Within the framework of the Deree Sports Performance and Development Model, we implement a series of physical performance tests for the U16 team of the Deree Basketball Academy, aiming to optimize various strength and fitness parameters, as well as to ensure the optimal preparation of our athletes.

In the beginning of the season, our athletes participated in specialized tests under the supervision of our Strength and Conditioning Coaches.

The results of these tests were analyzed and evaluated by the Head of Sports Performance and Development, Mr. Dimitris Liosis, who combines scientific data with evidence-based practice to draw conclusions.

Based on the results, personalized training program are provided, tailored to the needs of the team and the specificities of each athlete.

The program’s goal is to optimize athletic performance and reduce the frequency and severity of injuries, ensuring the overall well-being of our athletes.

The Deree Sports Academy strives for the continuous development of their athletes through modern scientific methods and an individualized approach in every aspect of their athletic journey.

10 Medals for the Deree Swim Academy at the “A.O. Okeanos” Swim Meet at Olympic Athletic Center of Athens!

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The Deree Swim Academy participated with a total of 19 athletes, aged 10-12, in the “A.O. Okeanos” Swim Meet, held on January 17-19 at Olympic Athletic Center of Athens.

Our swimmers gave their best effort, improved their personal records while securing 10 medals, showcasing their dedication and hard work.

Gold Medals (2):

  • George Bergin (50m Butterfly – Boys over 11)
  • Konstantina Kapetanea (50m Backstroke – Girls under 11)

Silver Medals (4):

  • Nick Georgiadis (100m Freestyle – Boys over 11)
  • Nick Georgiadis (50m Freestyle – Boys over 11)
  • Manos Iliopoulos (200m Backstroke – Boys over 11)
  • Lykourgos Kanaris (200m Individual Medley – Boys over 10)

Bronze Medals (4):

  • Konstantina Kapetanea (100m Backstroke – Girls under 11)
  • Lykourgos Kanaris (200m Freestyle – Boys over 10)
  • Iasonas Simos (100m Butterfly – Boys over 11)
  • Panos Kouzanidis (200m Individual Medley – Boys over 11)

The team was accompanied by their coach, Ms. Sofia Samartzi.

Congratulations to all the athletes for their hard work and impressive performances!

 

The new year started with a great energy for the Deree Volleyball Academy in Loutraki!

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The tournament in Loutraki concluded successfully and with a distinction for the Deree Volleyball Academy!

The girls athletes from the team-1 and team-2 participated in the “New Year Volleyball Tournament by G. Klaroudas,” held on January 3-5 at the indoor gym of SPORTCAMP and the Municipal Indoor Gymnasium of Loutraki “G. Galanopoulos.” The 3-day tournament featured numerous matches for our teams, as well as many beautiful moments, with our athletes not only improving their technical skills and gaining competitive experience, but also strengthening their team bond.

Girls of team-1 won the 3rd place in the championship they took part in – taking home their personal medals – while the girls of team-2 achieved the 8th place in their championship.

Congratulations to all our athletes and their head coach, Mr. Kosmas Fragkos, who also accompanied them!

Deree Basketball Academy participated in Youth Basketball Tournament in Thessaloniki!

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The Deree Basketball Academy (U14, U15, U16) took part in one of Greece’s largest youth basketball tournaments, held in Thessaloniki at the impressive Basketball Airdome, on January 3-5, in honor of Giorgos Valavanidis. The trip offered to players a 3-day experience, filled with games.

The U14 team showed consistent improvement despite initial losses, eventually clinching a win against A.G.E. Zakynthos (30-27). The U15 team performed strongly, winning several games and reaching the final, where they narrowly lost to AEK in a thrilling match. The U16 team faced tough opponents, including PAOK and Machites Pefkon, and fought valiantly throughout.

Beyond results, the tournament fostered teamwork, skill development, and camaraderie among the players, who also enjoyed exploring the vibrant city of Thessaloniki.

Congratulations to all athletes, the DBA head coach Mr. Makrydimas, and the coaches Mr. Kardaras and Mr. Podaras for their dedication and effort.

Bronze medal and successful performances for the Deree Swim Academy at the “Panhellenic Winter Cup”!

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The Deree Swim Academy successfully participated with 18 athletes at the “Panhellenic Winter Men’s and Women’s Cup (Open)”, held at Olympic Athletic Center of Athens, on December 20-22.

Although the team mainly consisted of younger age-category athletes, it achieved notable performances in both minor and major finals.

Below the detailed rankings:

  • Areti Zarbouti – 200m Breaststroke: 3rd, 100m Breaststroke: 11th
  • Konstantinos Geramanis – 800m Freestyle: 4th, 400m Freestyle: 5th, 200m Freestyle: 9th
  • Lora Ferra – 200m Freestyle: 5th, 100m Freestyle: 10th
  • Marios Vlachakis – 200m Butterfly: 5th
  • Silia Xira – 400m Freestyle: 8th, 800m Freestyle: 8th
  • Marilia Darzenta – 400m Freestyle: 9th, 800m Freestyle: 11th
  • Angelos Zografakis – 200m Butterfly: 11th, 100m Butterfly: 12th
  • Doreta Zarbouti – 200m Breaststroke: 13th
  • Maria Gaitanidi – 200m Breaststroke: 14th
  • Maria Exarchou – 100m Butterfly: 15th
  • Artemis Krimpa – 200m Butterfly: 15th
  • Danae Petropoulou – 100m Breaststroke: 16th
  • Anny Stavrianou – 400m IM: 16th

The team was accompanied by coaches Mr. Antonis Antoniou, Vasilis Demetis, and Giannis Syrbopoulos.

Congratulations to all the athletes and their coaches!
We wish them a happy and successful year ahead!

The Deree Basketball Academy U18 team continues its journey toward promotion to the A1!

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The Deree Basketball Academy U18 team achieved a thrilling 58-59 away victory against the A.O. Pagkratiou team yesterday, securing their 14th consecutive win. This marks a decisive step toward their return to the A1 Division and the championship title in the A2 Division.

Big congratulations to all our athletes and coaches, who, through teamwork, discipline, consistency, and passion, make us proud!

The team dedicated this remarkable victory to their coach, Mr. George Kantzilieris, who recently experienced the loss of his father.

We stand by his side, expressing our deepest condolences. His strength and dedication to the team serve as an inspiration to us all.

We move forward together, stronger and aiming for the top!

Promotion of the DCAC and Deree Tennis Academy to the Men’s A’ National Division – the Women’s team continue in the B’ National Division!

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The Deree Tennis Academy competitive team achieved significant success at the recent National B’ Division Championship held in Rafina over two phases: November 29 to December 2 and December 6 to 9.

Our men’s team remained undefeated during the group stage and advanced to the second phase of the playoffs, securing first place and earning promotion to the Men’s National A’ Division.

The National A’ Division features 16 teams out of a total of 234 clubs.

The members of our men’s team were:

  • Thodoris Mitsakos
  • Giannis Sakkas
  • Dimitris Goutas
  • Loukas Podaropoulos

Our women’s team also remained undefeated in the group stage and advanced to the second phase of the playoffs. While they did not achieve promotion to the National A’ Division, they secured their place in the Women’s National B’ Division, marking another noteworthy achievement.

The National B’ Division includes 32 teams out of a total of 234 clubs.

The members of our women’s team were:

  • Elli Gerontikou
  • Elena Dapsi
  • Melina Papageorgiou
  • Valia Volonaki

Congratulations to both our teams, to head coach Giorgos Karagiannis, competitive team coaches Orestis Mitsios and Fiona Makri, as well as academy coaches Christos Houliaras and Iro Spyropoulou!

 

DEREE College Athletic Club