The November gathering of the Elche Piensa civic platform took place at La Taula del Milenio restaurant. The session was led by the platform’s president, who welcomed participants from the Elche Handball Club and the AtticGo team, highlighting a shared commitment to sports development. AtticGo is led by coach Joaquín Rocamora, with captains María Flores and Núria Andreu contributing to the club’s leadership on the court and within the community.
According to Elche Piensa, this meeting with the city’s most sustained sports organization fits the platform’s strategy to boost sports tourism in Elche. The discussion emphasized the club’s long-running presence since 1958, marking more than half a century of continuous operation across local, provincial, and regional competitions. It was noted that many other clubs disappear over time, while AtticGo continues to grow. The conversation also celebrated the club’s youth program and the values of commitment, humility, development, and a strong sense of belonging. The majority of players have played pivotal roles in establishing the club as a model for both girls and boys, evident in every match at the Esperanza Lag stadium and during visits by players and coaches to local schools.
Behind the budget
The discussions also addressed financial challenges facing the club. AtticGo faces budgetary constraints yet remains at the top of the league, with players balancing training and competition alongside business activities as semi-professionals. This setup raises questions about family balance and the need for reliable support systems. The club is recognized nationally for its approach, highlighted by a member who is the mother of Alexandra do Nascimento, one of the world’s top players. Even very young children participate by accompanying their parents to training sessions and matches, often under care arranged by the club, illustrating the family-centered model in practice.
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JA Galvan provided coverage of the season’s standout achievements as Elche Piensa members highlighted the team’s dedication and impact. The civic platform takes pride in what the club represents for the city and for its players, who consistently strive to elevate Elche’s name through sport. The session also opened the door to future collaborations between the club and the platform, with potential projects of mutual interest discussed as a foundation for joint initiatives.
The meeting underscored a shared mission to place Elche on the map as a hub of athletic excellence and youth development, with the club serving as a living example of how sport can shape community identity and pride. The ongoing relationship between Elche Piensa and AtticGo signals a future rich with coordinated efforts aimed at promoting sports tourism, local engagement, and opportunities for young athletes to grow both on and off the court.
As the dialogue continued, attendees stressed the importance of maintaining robust support networks for families involved in semi-professional sport and ensuring that clubs remain sustainable long-term in the face of economic pressures. The momentum built during the meeting suggests a trajectory of increased collaboration between municipal platforms and sports organizations in Elche, aligning cultural and athletic excellence with community well-being.