Atalanta was a human huntress whose name derives from the Greek 'atalantos,' which means 'equal in weight. ' She swore an oath of virginity to Artemis to prove her devotion, and these two themes, virginity and hunting, dominate most myths about her.
What does BC mean in Atalanta?
Full name Atalanta Bergamasca Calcio S.p.A.
---------- ---------------------------------
President Antonio Percassi
Head coach Gian Piero Gasperini
League Serie A
2019/20 3rd
Why was Atalanta turned into a lion?
In the most famous story, one popular with ancient and modern artists, Atalanta offered to marry anyone who could outrun her—but those whom she overtook she speared. Atalanta and her husband, overcome with passion, made love in a shrine of the goddess Cybele (or of Zeus), for which they were turned into lions.