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Two-fer weekend in June – fence at the Amazon Open or get certified at Referee Clinic

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May 7, 2013 On the weekend of June 8-9, we invite you to a two-for-one opportunity. REFEREE CLINIC Calling all parents, fencers, and fencing fans.  Becoming a certified referee is a quick route to understanding the sport and may help cover tournament travel costs!  On June 8-9, the Capitol Division is hosting a referee clinic run by Brad Baker, …

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DCFC wins big at Super Youth Circuit 2013 event at Mission Fencing in NY

May 7, 2013   DC Fencers Club members went sightseeing in New York and came back with trinkets and top spots at the 2013 Super Youth Circuit event at Mission Fencing Club in Rocky Point, NY last weekend.  Congratulations to all the DC Fencers Club members who competed, and a salute to the following fencers …

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RESULTS – April 2013 Division I/Wheelchair National Championships and North American Cup (Y10, Y12, Y14, 14TM)

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4/15/13   Congratulations to all DC Fencers Club members who competed in the April 2013 Division I/Wheelchair National Championships and North American Cup (Y10, Y12, Y14, 14TM), April 11 through Monday, April 15 in Richmond, VA.   A special congratulations to the following fencers on their stellar results.   Amanda Sirico, bronze, Division 1 Women's …

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Cherry Blossom Open 2013 – Results

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Cherry Blossom Open 2013 – Results   The massive Cherry Blossom Open 2013 held at the University of Maryland College Park on April 6-7, 2013 was one of the biggest tournaments on the East Coast this season.  DC Fencers Club made their presence known with multiple medals and top eight spots.    In the mixed …

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March 2013 Champagne Challenge Results

Time for some champagne!  Congratulations to DCFC members for representing at the Champagne Challenge events in Sabre and Epee this weekend.  Sunday's epee event was a very strong A4 tournament, with 64 fencers from as far away as Memphis, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey.  We saw some fantastic fencing many, including Olympian and three-time US National Men's …

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Results – 2013 Capitol Division Summer National Qualifiers

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March 4, 2013 Congratulations to all our members who competed in the Summer Nationals Qualifiers this weekend. It is very hard to compete with clubmates, and we appreciate your support of your fellow fencers. Thanks to the Capitol Division for a well-run event, and to all our fencers, families, and friends for your encouragement!   …

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DCFC members win championship titles, medals, and a trip to the World Championships

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 19, 2013   Contact: dcfencers@gmail.com   DC FENCERS CLUB MEMBERS WIN CHAMPIONSHIP TITLES AND TEAM BRONZE AT JUNIOR OLYMPIC FENCING CHAMPIONSHIPS   Gold Medalist Amanda Sirico earns a slot on US Team competing at Junior World Fencing Championships in Croatia    (SILVER SPRING, MD) – DC Fencers Club congratulates its members …

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Capitol Clash Super Youth Circuit and Cadet 2013 tournament – Results

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  DC Fencers Club congratulates our more than 60 youth fencers who competed in over a dozen events in the Capitol Clash Super Youth Circuit and Cadet 2013 tournament, the largest regional youth fencing event in the mid-Atlantic.   A special salute to the ten fencers who won 11 medals (one gold, five bronze, and five more …

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DC Fencers Club members medal at the January North American Cup

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  January 22, 2013   Congratulations to the twenty five DC Fencers Club members who brought their competitive spirit to the January 2013 North American Cup in Louisville, KY.  This four-day tournament featured events for youth fencers (Y14, U17, and U20) in epee, sabre, and foil.    North American Cups (NAC) typically combine several different …

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Hangover Classic – Results

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  1.7.13 DCFC rang in 2013 with 13 top eight spots at the Hangover Classic at the University of Richmond, Virginia. A special salute to Marta Lasota, Peter Souders, Jacob Asch, Ian Richards, Marie Lawson, Diane Trice, Julian Raul, and Clinton Rodell on their gold, silver, and bronze medal wins! Thanks to the organizers, the …

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