French roller hockey team earns silver

Three roller hockey players from Montpellier helped the French team secure a silver medal at the world championships, marking a significant achievement for both the athletes and their club, Montpellier Mantas.

Montpellier players shine on the world stage

Coleen Martinez, Lilou France Bonnet, and Charlotte Chantre represented France in the competition. Their performance brought pride to the Montpellier Mantas club, where they are all based.

Charlotte Chantre joins the team

Charlotte Chantre recently joined Montpellier Mantas after playing for Grenoble last season. She moved to Montpellier for her studies, adding to the club's roster of international talent.

Coleen Martinez expresses mixed feelings

Coleen Martinez described the silver medal as a "big disappointment," though she acknowledged the hard work, sacrifices, and extra physical training that went into the effort alongside her professional responsibilities.

Team's growth and future goals

Martinez reflected on the team's progress, noting that reaching the final was particularly meaningful after being third in the world two years ago. Despite the younger team composition, they managed to make it to the final again.

Martinez as a team leader

Coleen Martinez sees herself as a leader in the team, having competed in her first world championships in 2019 and later winning the title in 2021 as an assistant captain. She believes there is still work to be done to reclaim the top spot.

Long-term partnership with the French team

The Montpellier Mantas club has been involved in training stages with the French national team since 2015, highlighting the club's ongoing contribution to French roller hockey.