Oct 7 update

The first tournament of the season is under the belt for many people, and congratulations to all who fenced.  Robyn and I were impressed by the improvement in every single fencer this weekend, independent of results, and this is the true measurement.  Everyone moved forward in the results, how they responded, selected actions and in attitudes/confidence.  Well done!  if you haven't paid attention, there is a bit of an arms race in foil right now with many strong clubs producing strong athletes and our group more than held their own and produced excellent performances.
And especial congratulations to Parker Lambert who managed his first podium in a very strong cadet group! (see photos)

And, given the arms race that seems to be in fencing right now, Robyn and I must mention our parents who demonstrated the most appropriate attitudes and responses to an ever increasing miasma of parental interference that is plaguing sport in general.  Sadly fencing is not immune to this but our group, as one official told me, seems to be happy to support their athletes and to be positive.  Well done to the Moms and Dad (and siblings).


Schedule:
All is as usual this week except it is Thanksgiving Weekend!  Enjoy the seasonal weather, turkey and family.  No training for any classes on Sat/Sunday.
- Darren, Robyn, Alecs and Scott.