Academy of Fencing Masters Blog

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 wonder about the value of fencing in these categories, especially considering the additional expenses and time away from work. Allow me to say it loud and clear: I LOVE Div2 and Div3 competitions at the Summer Nationals. The reason...

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 2024 when we launched a petition on Change.org to address the longstanding issues with the national event schedule. The petition quickly gained traction, with about 500 people signing it and many more reaching out to express their...

Dear Fencing Community, I've just launched a petition that speaks to the hearts of fencers, parents, coaches, and clubs across the nation. This petition is a rallying cry for an immediate revision of the Summer Nationals schedule, and here's why it's so crucial. The scheduling of national-level competitions has become riddled with issues that demand urgent attention. Take, for example, the April NAC in Men’s Epee, where the Senior Team event overlaps with Junior Men’s Epee. This year, we see a...