In the intense fencing competition, two competitors face off on the strip, their every move watched by their coaches and parents. The stakes are high, and at the end of the match, one side will emerge victorious while the other tastes defeat. Amidst this drama, there...
It was just another typical day at the club when a fellow fencing parent approached me with that familiar look of pride mingled with uncertainty. Her 9-year-old son had recently discovered a passion for fencing, and like many parents, she wondered if she was doing...
Many parents I speak with express confusion about why their fencers should participate in Division 2 or Division 3 events. They often point out that the spotlight seems to be on age groups, especially starting with Cadet. With no national team for Div2 or Div3, some...
Imagine being in the midst of a heated bout, your attention laser-focused on the action when suddenly, your weapon shatters. In that split second, a flood of thoughts rushes in, including the lament, "Oh no! It was my favorite weapon!" I recall a young fencer who once...
We're thrilled to share an important update regarding the national event scheduling process. After months of efforts, we've achieved a significant milestone – coaches will now have representation in the event scheduling group! It all started at the end of February...
You’re at a fencing competition and you’ve had an amazing day. After training really hard, you are just sweeping the floor with your opponents, gliding through the pools and blasting your way through the DE. It’s been an incredible day, and you’re so excited about the...
Solar Eclipse Update (April 8)— There appears to be considerable excitement and inquiries made to USA Fencing regarding implementing the double-flighted events policy. Please note that changes announced on April 1st were part of our annual tradition of playing with...
Starting fencing as an adult or even as a senior citizen opens up a world of possibilities, but it also comes with its own set of considerations. While this blog primarily focuses on youth fencing and parenting topics, recent requests from adult and senior fencers...
The life cycle on this planet follows its inevitable course, and we inevitably bid farewell to friends as they depart from this world. Yet, some leave behind a profound impact—a legacy of kindness, mentorship, and gentle guidance. When such individuals depart, they...
In a competition in Washington DC, I witnessed a situation that immediately prompted me to write a post about it. Unfortunately, this is all too common in our sport, and I've never seen a competition without it. However, this time, the girl put it so eloquently in her...
