Phoenix, AZ (July 1, 2023) — Tim Morehouse Fencing Club added to its medal count with a second medal on day two of Summer Nationals the best way.

Saber Fencer Robert Wang fought hard to come out in the top of the Division I Men’s Saber group, coming in sixth place. Teammate Shaun Kim narrowly missed the medal stand, finishing in 11th place.

In Junior Men’s Foil, Nickolas Rusadze finished in the top-64, tied for 34th place. James Ball joined him, finishing in 63rd place. In Junior Women’s Saber, Madison Four Garcia made the top-32, finishing in 20th place. Madison Duckett (33) and Brynnley McKee (61T) made the top-64.

The National Championships and July Challenge (Summer Nationals) are in Phoenix, AZ, from June 30 to July 9. This signature tournament features 96 events (and 96 medal ceremonies) over 10 days. Medals — and national championships — will be on the line in every USA Fencing classification, from the youngest (Y10) to the most seasoned veterans (Vet 80).

Tim Morehouse fencers at Summer Nationals and July Challenge:

Division I Men’s Saber/332

6 - Robert Wang
11 - Shaun Kim
133 - Gabriel McCarthy

Junior Men’s Foil/344

34T - Nickolas Rusadze
63 - James Bell
87 - Jonah Lee
211 - Brendan Lee
306T - Leon Shapiro

Junior Women’s Saber/203

20 - Madison Four-Garcia
33 - Madison Duckett
61T - Brynnley McKee
152 - Sofia Schaible
185 - Varvara Mankova

Day TWO: Robert Wang Medals and Hard Work Abounds

Lisa Marsh