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Women’s Team Épée Makes Medal Rounds

Posted on August 4, 2012 by S

I was pleasantly surprised to find that MSNBC broadcasted Women’s Team Épée quarter finals this morning.  Team USA beat Italy 45-35 to advance to the medal rounds. Although there appears to be some issues with the schedules being updated in … Continue reading →

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Google Spotlights Fencing

Posted on July 30, 2012 by S

Since it is not often that the world’s spotlight is thrown on fencing, it is interesting to note that today’s Google Doodle highlights fencing. Today’s Olympic fencing events focus on women’s épée.  Elimination rounds take place through 9:30 AM. Central … Continue reading →

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2012 Olympic Fencing

Posted on July 29, 2012 by S

Although very different from the classical style we practice at CCF, you may be interested in watching the 2012 Summer Olympic fencing in London.  Unfortunately, television broadcast of fencing is somewhat overshadowed, favoring the more mainstream sports such as cycling … Continue reading →

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Historical Fencing Resources from Cercle des Escrimeurs du Pays Vençois

Posted on May 23, 2012 by S

A French fencing website caught my attention recently. The site belongs to Cercle des Escrimeurs du Pays Vençois.  The page that sparked my interest consists of a series of fairly detailed fencing timelines organized by topic.  The topics are numerous … Continue reading →

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Web Site Revisions

Posted on May 10, 2012 by S

The Columbia Classical Fencing web site has changed in the last few weeks.  The necessary club info for prospective members is still available, but the site is now fully integrated into a blog.  Prior posts were categorized and tagged.  Patrick … Continue reading →

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