Gómez Noya receives the silver caravel

The triathlete, bronze in the last Olympic distance World Championship, was grateful for the distinction in a packed Jofre theater, but declared himself optimistic and ambitious for the future: «I always think that the best is yet to come. Looking ahead to London 2012 we are extra motivated to bring success to Ferrol.

Javier Gómez Noya He received the main award at the Ferrol Sports Gala, which recognized more than fifty athletes, coaches, and managers. During the awards ceremony, which returned to the Jofre Theater, performances by the municipal band and magician Martín Varela were interspersed.

References to the next Olympics The London competitions were continuous. Archer Iria Grandal, who received the Municipal Sports Board Award, the second most important award at the gala, will compete in the coming weeks to secure a place in next summer's event.

During the gala, the mayor of Ferrol, José Manuel Rey Varela, and Susana Martínez, the president of the Ferrol Sports Board, organizer of the event, spoke.

Entities and athletes who stood out last season or throughout recent years received special mentions. Prizes were also awarded to the best in each specialty.

Source: .lavozdegalicia.es