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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 ā€œNew Year Volleyball Tournament by G. Klaroudas,ā€ held on January 3-5 at the indoor gym of SPORTCAMP and the Municipal Indoor Gymnasium of Loutraki ā€œG. Galanopoulos.ā€ 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 ā€œPanhellenic Winter Cupā€!

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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 ZarboutiĀ – 200m Breaststroke: 3rd, 100m Breaststroke: 11th
  • Konstantinos GeramanisĀ – 800m Freestyle: 4th, 400m Freestyle: 5th, 200m Freestyle: 9th
  • Lora FerraĀ – 200m Freestyle: 5th, 100m Freestyle: 10th
  • Marios VlachakisĀ – 200m Butterfly: 5th
  • Silia XiraĀ – 400m Freestyle: 8th, 800m Freestyle: 8th
  • Marilia DarzentaĀ – 400m Freestyle: 9th, 800m Freestyle: 11th
  • Angelos ZografakisĀ – 200m Butterfly: 11th, 100m Butterfly: 12th
  • Doreta ZarboutiĀ – 200m Breaststroke: 13th
  • Maria GaitanidiĀ – 200m Breaststroke: 14th
  • Maria ExarchouĀ – 100m Butterfly: 15th
  • Artemis KrimpaĀ – 200m Butterfly: 15th
  • Danae PetropoulouĀ – 100m Breaststroke: 16th
  • Anny StavrianouĀ – 400m IM: 16th

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

CongratulationsĀ 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.

BigĀ congratulationsĀ 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 Aā€™ National Division – the Women’s team continue in the Bā€™ National Division!

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The Deree Tennis Academy competitive team achieved significant success at the recent National Bā€™ 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 Aā€™ Division.

The National Aā€™ 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 Aā€™ Division, they secured their place in the Women’s National Bā€™ Division, marking another noteworthy achievement.

The National Bā€™ 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

CongratulationsĀ 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!

 

The Deree Volleyball Academy U18 team among the top 24 teams of the Girls’ Championship!

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With the completion of the first round of the “U18 Girls’ Championship” and a win against Athens College, the Deree Volleyball Academy team has secured a spot in the next stage.

The U18-A team is now among the top 24 teamsā€”out of a total of 74ā€”that competed in the Eastern Attica.

Starting December 14, the team will face prominent clubs, including Panathinaikos, which ranked among the top 8 teams in Greece last year.

This achievement marks the fulfillment of the team’s first goal, and the players are determined to give their best as they aim for their next target: advancing to the top 12 teams in Eastern Attica.

A hugeĀ congratulationsĀ to our athletes and to head coachĀ Mr. Kosmas Fragkos, in achieving this significant milestone!

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Skills tests (first phase) for the Deree Soccer Academy on December 16-19.

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From Monday, December 16 to Thursday, December 19, the first phase of theĀ 2024-25 skills testsĀ for the athletes of the DereeĀ Soccer Academy will take place.

The tests concern the age groups:Ā U13, U15,Ā andĀ U17.

The assessments will be conducted in the following skills:

ā€¢ Speed

ā€¢ Speed with direction change

ā€¢ Aerial ball control

ā€¢ Speed with the ball

ā€¢ Target accuracy with direction change

The results will be compared with those of the second phase that will be carried out at the end of May, in order the coaches to draw useful conclusions and evaluate the progress of the athletes and the program.

After the tests, parents who wish to be informed about their children’s progress can schedule a meeting with the team coach.

 

37 Medals and “PAO Trophy” for the Deree Swim Academy in the Youth-Junior Category at the “8th PAO Trophy” at OAKA!

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The “8th PAO Trophy,” held on December 6ā€“8 at OAKA, concluded in the best possible way, with the Deree Swim Academy participating with 60 athletes, who achieved great performances and numerous personal bests.

The Deree College Athletic Club claimed a total of 37 medals and won the “PAO Trophy” in the Youth-Junior Category!

Gold Medals (13)

  • Ā Ā  Ā Konstantinos Geramanis (2): 200m and 400m Freestyle, Youth Boys
  • Ā Ā Ā  Angelos Zografakis (2): 100m and 200m Butterfly, Youth Boys
  • Ā Ā Ā  Konstantinos Emmanouil (2): 100m and 200m Backstroke, Boys’ B Group
  • Ā Ā Ā  Maria Exarchou: 100m Butterfly, Junior Girls
  • Ā Ā Ā  Areti Zarbouti: 100m Breaststroke, Junior Girls
  • Ā Ā Ā  David Meraj: 200m Breaststroke, Boys
  • Ā Ā Ā  Maria Gaitanidi: 200m Breaststroke, Girls
  • Ā Ā Ā  Silia Xira: 200m Freestyle, Girls
  • Ā Ā Ā  Natassa Painesi: 200m Breaststroke, Girls’ A Group
  • Ā Ā Ā  Renia Stavrianou: 200m Freestyle, Girls’ B Group

Silver Medals (10)

  • Ā Ā Ā  Filio Mantzara (3): 200m Freestyle, 200m Backstroke, and 200m IM, Girls’ B Group
  • Ā Ā Ā  Silia Xira (2): 200m Backstroke and 200m IM, Girls
  • Ā Ā Ā  Lora Ferra: 200m Backstroke, Junior Girls
  • Ā Ā Ā  Danae Petropoulou: 50m Breaststroke, Girls
  • Ā Ā Ā  Natassa Painesi: 100m Breaststroke, Girls’ A Group
  • Ā Ā Ā  Thanasis Theodoulidis: 200m Breaststroke, Boys’ A Group
  • Ā Ā Ā  Konstantinos Emmanouil: 50m Backstroke, Boys’ B Group

Bronze Medals (14)

  • Ā Ā Ā  Maria Exarchou: 50m Butterfly, Junior Girls
  • Ā Ā Ā  Doreta Zarbouti: 200m Breaststroke, Junior Girls
  • Ā Ā Ā  Konstantinos Geramanis: 200m Backstroke, Youth Boys
  • Ā Ā Ā  Areti Zarbouti: 200m Butterfly, Junior Girls
  • Ā Ā Ā  Lora Ferra: 100m Backstroke, Junior Girls
  • Ā Ā Ā  Marilia Darzenta: 200m IM, Junior Girls
  • Ā Ā Ā  Maria Gaitanidi: 50m Breaststroke, Girls
  • Ā Ā Ā  Danae Petropoulou: 100m Breaststroke, Girls
  • Ā Ā Ā  David Meraj: 100m Breaststroke, Boys
  • Ā Ā Ā  Foteini Angelidi: 50m Freestyle, Girls
  • Ā Ā Ā  Anastasis Birkos: 100m Backstroke, Boys
  • Ā Ā Ā  Natassa Painesi: 200m IM, Girls’ A Group
  • Ā Ā Ā  Nikolas Tsoumpelis: 50m Breaststroke, Boys’ A Group
  • Ā Ā Ā  Renia Stavrianou: 200m Butterfly, Girls’ B Group

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

CongratulationsĀ to all the athletes!

The DCAC App is now available for the Deree Sports Academy members!

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We are thrilled to announce that the Deree College Athletic Club is stepping into a new era with the launch of the DCAC App, now available for all our valued members with the Deree Sports Academy added!
The DCAC App is designed to enhance communication, streamline services, and provide comprehensive information for all members regarding the programs and services offered.

Key Features of the DCAC App:

  • Effortlessly register for DCAC programs.
  • Conveniently renew your subscription, and make payments.
  • Stay up-to-date with training schedules.
  • Track your training attendance.
  • Make bookings with ease.
  • Receive real-time updates via push notifications.

The app is user-friendly and compatible with desktop computers, laptops, mobile phones, and tablets, ensuring accessibility across all devices.

Who Can Access the DCAC App?

The app is available to:

  • ACG Fitness members.
  • Deree Sports Academy members.

Always Improving:

This tailor-made application is continuously evolving to provide a high-quality user experience and exceed the expectations of our members.
You may find detailed instructions on how to install and use the DCAC App, for:

  • ACG Fitness members HERE
  • Deree Sports Academy members HERE

We look forward to enhancing your DCAC experience through this innovative platform!

12 medals for the Deree Swim Academy at the “7th Panathinaikos Trophy” in O.A.K.A.!

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The “7th Panathinaikos Trophy”, held at Olympic Stadium of Athens was successfully completed during the weekend Nov.30-Dec.1.

The competition hosted approximately 1300 men and women athletes. The Deree Swim Academy participated with 21 athletes, who improved their individual records and won a total of 12 medals.

Specifically:

GoldĀ 

  • Nikolas GeorgiadisĀ  (free style 400m., 200m.)
  • Nikolas RantzosĀ  Ā (breast stroke 200m.)

SilverĀ 

  • Konstantina Kapetanea (back stroke 200m.)
  • Nikolas Georgiadis (butterfly stroke 100m.)
  • Anastasi ā€“ Zoe PapafiliĀ  (breast stroke 100m.)

BronzeĀ 

  • Eleni Zafeiropoulou (free style 800m.)
  • Anastasi ā€“ Zoe PapafiliĀ  (breast stroke 50m.)
  • Giorgos Bergin (butterfly stroke 100m.)
  • Ioanna Bourika (back stroke 100m.)
  • Emmanuel Iliopoulos (back stroke 100m.)
  • Lydia KaravokyrouĀ  (butterfly stroke 50m.)

Congratulations to all for their participation and achievements and to the coach, Mrs. Samartzi Sofia!

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DEREE College Athletic Club