A Triumphant Ben Gutenberg SYC for Tim Morehouse Fencing Club

This past weekend, Tim Morehouse Fencing Club (TMFC) athletes delivered another slew of outstanding performances at the Ben Gutenberg SYC in Rochester, New York. TMFC fencers claimed multiple medals across various events, solidifying our reputation as a top contender in the Metro division. We’d like to give a special shoutout to our gold medalists Isaac Yook, Owen Tardiff, and Connor Chung for winning their respective events! We are tremendously proud of those who continue to represent our club with excellence, whether they are topping the podium or attending their first regional events ever. We wish all of our fencers the best of luck as they head to The 9 State RYC/RJC this weekend at TMFC’s very own Chelsea Piers location in Stamford, Connecticut. Several of the events at the 9 State will be broadcast regionally on NYC sports networks so stay tuned for information on how to watch.

Below is the full list of TMFC competitors at ben Gutenberg SYC, with medalists highlighted in bold:

Cadet Mens Foil

• Kenneth Chen (46th Place)

• Michael Grigoriev (39th Place)

• Ancen Wang (54T)

• Tyson Youm (51st Place) 

• Kai Toomre (15th Place)

Cadet Women's Saber

• Charlotte Choi (14th Place)

• Lily Laffy (13th Place)

• Sophia Ng (28th Place) 

• Sofia Schaible (10th Place)

Y10 Mens Foil

• Ziyue Lin (14th Place)

• Nolan Moon (25th Place)

• Owen Tardiff (36th Place)

Y10 Womens Saber 

• Grace Chang (8th Place)

• Chloe Chen (3T)

• Anika Von Marie Kabiling (9th Place)

• Nia Maluki (3T)

• Katherine Ong (14th Place) 

• Alaia Varah (2nd Place)

Y12 Womens Foil

• Kai De Castro (24th Place)

• Amelia Youm (36th Place) 

Junior Womens Foil

• Savannah Li (7th Place) 

Y14 Mens Saber

• Christopher Ao (33rd Place)

• Marcus Avery (20th Place) 

• Timothy Chang (36T)

• Ethan Dai (79th Place)

• Zihou Dai (7th Place)

• Aidan Datillio (63rd Place) 

• Gianni Mele (51st Place) 

• Daniel Oren (54th Place)

• Aidan Song (47th Place) 

• Vedh Srivats (30th Place)

• Theodore Wang (28th Place)

• Isaac Yook (1st Place)

• Royce Zhao (6th Place) 

Y14 Mens Foil

• Kenneth Chen (39T) 

• Thomas Czarnecki (53rd Place)

• Michael Grigoriev (27th Place)

• Ancen Wang (34th Place) 

• Tyson Youm  (82nd Place) 

• Kai Toomre (19th Place) 

Y14 Womens Saber 

• Sofia Cafagna (42nd Place)

• Charlotte Choi (22nd Place) 

• Ava Dibadj (67th Place)

• Lily Laffy (43rd Place)

• Jiyoung Lee (63T) FIRST REGIONAL EVENT!

• Nora Louisa McCarthy (52nd Place) 

• Sophia Ng (17th Place) 

• Bianca Sager (68th Place)

• Keira Wang (45th Place) 

• Sienna Young (58th Place)

Y12 Mens Saber 

• Marcus Avery (21st Place) 

• Ethan Dai (44th Place)

• Bennett Sabino (62nd Place)

• Leo Shapiro (27th Place)

• Aidan Song (3T) 

• Jack Brady (25th Place) FIRST REGIONAL EVENT!

• Harrison Wang (35T) 

Y8 Mens Saber 

• Alexander Wu (7th Place)

• Conrad Silverzweig (8th Place) 

Y14 Womens Foil

• Kai De Castro (46th Place) 

• Savannah Li (8th Place) 

• Amelia Youm (42nd Place)

Y8 Mens Foil 

• Owen Tardiff (1st Place)

Junior Mens Saber 

• Christopher Ao (33rd Place)

• Connor Chung (2nd Place)

• Kinoti Kiara (23rd Place)

• Vedh Srivats (20th Place)

• Isaac Yook (10th Place) 

Junior Womens Saber 

• Lily Laffy (5th Place)

• Sophia Ng (11th Place)

• Sofia Schiable (3T)

Y12 Mens Foil

• Thomas Czarnecki (19th Place)  

• Michael Grigoriev (2nd Place)

• Ziyue Lin (47th Place) 

• Ancen Wang (31st Place)

Cadet Mens Saber 

• Timothy Chang (30th Place) 

• Connor Chung (1st Place) 

• Zihou Dai (37th Place) 

• Kinoti Kiara (17th Place)

• Daniel Oren (34th Place) 

• Aidan Song (42nd Place)

• Vedh Srivats (7th Place)

• Royce Zhao (3T)

Y12 Womens Saber

• Grace Chang (37th Place) 

• Kylee Demry (23rd Place) 

• Nia Maluki (32nd Place) 

• Nora Louisa McCarthy (19th Place) 

• Keira Wang (22nd Place)

• Anna Willer (25th Place) 

• Sienna Young (18th Place)

Y10 Mens Saber 

• Bennett Sabino (10th Place)

Tim Morehouse Fencing Club Sweeps the Podium in Y12 Men's Saber @ Windy City SYC

TMFC fencers stormed into Chicago this weekend and made a remarkable showing at the Windy City SYC tournament. Competing against top youth talent from across the country, our athletes showcased their skill and determination, earning several podium finishes and personal bests. Notably, our Y12 boys swept the podium in Y12 Men’s Saber. Miles Chambers took the gold medal, William Lucas took the silver, and Marcus Avery took the bronze, with Aidan Song placing 5th. We are immensely proud of everyone who made the trip out to Chicago! See full list of medalists below:

• Miles Chambers, Gold, Y12MS

• William Lucas, Silver, Y12MS

• Marcus Avery, Bronze, Y12MS

• Aidan Song, 5th, Y12MS

• William Lucas, Silver, CDTMS

• Aidan Song, Bronze, CDTMS

• Miles Chambers, Bronze, Y14MS

In other news, vet TMFC fencer Aaron Waxler placed 7th at the MFC Liberty Cup & Tri State Veteran Saber Cup! We have had a tremendous season so far for our veteran fencers, who prove that fencing is a rewarding sport for athletes of any and all ages. TMFC’s adult fencers are always welcome to begin their competitive journey by attending local and regional events alongside our youngsters.

We look forward to an extremely busy October and November jam-packed with competition. Tim Morehouse Fencing Club is always working to produce the most (and most successful) youth fencers in the country, and all of you are part of that legacy. Thank you and see you at the club!

Miles, William, Marcus, & Aidan representing TMFC with their medals.

Tim Morehouse Fencing Club Leaders Take on Premier Challenge ROC in Suffern, NY + First TMFC Youth Cup Announcement!

September 17, 2024 — This weekend, Tim Morehouse Fencing Club showcased its talent at the Premier Challenge ROC competition in Suffern, New York. Our Cadet, Junior, and Veteran fencers in both foil and saber demonstrated the hard work and discipline that defines TMFC, serving as inspiring role models for younger athletes.

The competition highlighted not only their impressive skills but also the strong camaraderie within the club. Our fencers supported one another, embodying the spirit of sportsmanship that is integral to TMFC.

Overall, the event was a valuable opportunity for growth, showcasing the dedication and teamwork that will continue to propel our athletes forward. Congratulations to all TMFC fencers on a fantastic performance!

ALL of our younger fencers can gain valuable experience for regional tournaments by signing up for our upcoming in-house youth tournaments, featuring Y8, Y10, and Y12 events. Each of our Premier medalists started out at our TMFC Youth Cup competitions. The first tournament will take place on November 16th and 17th and you can sign up on askfred.net by searching “TMFC Youth Cup.”

See all of our Premier ROC medalists below!

Tim Morehouse Fencing Club Foil Program Excels at Neil Lazar RYC/RJCC!

This past weekend, the foil fencers from Tim Morehouse Fencing Club delivered an exceptional performance at the Neil Lazar RYC competition, showcasing their skill, determination, and hard work. Under the expert guidance of Coaches Slava Grigoriev, Mohamed Essam, and Eddie Grigoriev, our fencers stood out among the competition, earning medals in an impressive eight events. Their dedication and teamwork continue to elevate the TMFC standard, proving once again why we are a force to be reckoned with in foil fencing in the New York City metro region and beyond.

Y14 Women’s Foil: Anastasia Roberts (5th) Kai De Castro (8th)

Cadet Men’s Foil: Ethan Chen (Silver), Luca Ghedini (5th)

Y12 Men’s Foil: Misha Grigoriev (6th)

Junior Women’s Foil: Ella Zhu (Silver)

Y10 Men’s Foil: Ziyue Lin (5th)

Junior Men’s Foil: Jonah Lee (Bronze)

Cadet Women’s Foil: Amabel Wang (Silver), Eleanor Li (Bronze)

Y12 Women’s Foil: Ella Zhu (Bronze), Amelia Youm (5th)

We’d like to extend a huge congratulations to all of our foil fencers on their impressive showing in Connecticut and we look forward to their successes that will follow in the rest of the season!

Tim Morehouse Fencing Club’s Saber Fencers Shine at Neil Lazar RYC/RJCC

This weekend, Tim Morehouse Fencing Club’s saber fencers showcased their talent and hard work at the Neil Lazar RYC/RJCC tournament. The event was a great success, with several of our athletes earning top positions and demonstrating the dedication they've put into their training. We’re so excited to have started the 2024-2025 season with more than a dozen medals across all events! Below are the medalists from each saber event:

Y12 Women’s Saber: Charlotte Choi (5th)

Y14 Men’s Saber: Marcus Pinto (Gold), Aram Clark (Bronze), Miles Chambers (7th)

Junior Men’s Saber: Matthew Fields (Bronze) Connor Chung (7th)

Y12 Men’s Saber: Miles Chambers (Gold), William Lucas (Silver) Aidan Song (Bronze)

Junior Women’s Saber: Brynnley McKee (5th)

Y10 Women’s Saber: Nia Maluki (Gold), Chloe Chen (Silver), Anika Von Marie Kabiling (5th)

Cadet Men’s Saber: Christopher Ao (8th)

We’d like to give a shoutout to not only our medalists but ALL of the fencers who represented Tim Morehouse Fencing Club on the regional stage this past weekend. As we celebrate the outstanding achievements of our saber fencers at this early-season competition, we are filled with excitement for what's to come. With Premier ROC coming up this weekend, we know our athletes are more motivated than ever to build on their success and continue making us proud. Here's to even more incredible performances and bringing home more medals as the season unfolds. Go TMFC!

Follow Tim Morehouse Fencing Club Olympians (And, The 7 Best Resources for Following Fencing at the Paris Olympics)

Tim Morehouse Fencing Club is proud to announce that six of our club members are competing at the 2024 Paris Olympics! As the excitement builds, here’s how you can follow the action and support our athletes without missing a moment.

Meet Our Paris Olympians:

• Ziad Elsissy (Saber) - Team Egypt

• Eli Dershwitz (Saber) - Team USA

• Amer Mohammad (Saber) - Team USA

• Sabrina Fang (Foil) - Team Canada

• Mohammad Essam (Foil) - Team Egypt

• Filip Dolgeiwicz (Saber) - Team USA

How to Watch and Follow the Action:

Given our Olympians are representing different teams and countries, tracking all their matches can be a bit challenging. Here are some excellent resources to keep you updated:

1. Peacock TV: For comprehensive coverage in the United States, you can stream all fencing events live. Authenticate with your cable subscription to access the streams at NBCOlympics.com.

2. NBCOlympics.com:This streaming service will provide live coverage of every Olympic event, including fencing. You will still need to subscribe and log in at Peacock TV to watch.

3. Olympics.com: The official Olympics website offers detailed schedules and live streaming options for all events. Follow the fencing events on their fencing page.

Men’s Saber kicks things of tomorrow…here is the schedule for the first round and following rounds!

Fencing Schedule for Men’s Saber

Round of 32: (4:30am-8:30am EST)

• Ziad Elsissy 6:30am

• Colin Heathcock 6:30am

• Mitchell Saron 6:45am

• Amer Mohammad 7:20am

• Eli Dershwitz- 7:45am

The Round of 16: 9am-10:15am
Round of 8: (10:15am-11:15am)
Round of 4: 1:50pm-Start
Bronze Medal: 3:05pm
Gold Medal: 3:55pm

WHERE TO WATCH:
Team USA matches should be on the Peacock Network but …

Watching all the matches for athletes not on Team USA you should utilize the NBC Olympics Stream: (CLLICK HERE):
(Either one will require a paid membership to Peacock.)

Day 1 of Fencing (July 27, 2024)
Men’s Saber Individual Bracket (Click Here)

Good luck to our champions!

7 Great Resources for Following Fencing at the Paris Olympics

To follow the fencing matches at the 2024 Paris Olympics, you have several great options:

1. Cyrus of Chaos (Facebook/Youtube/Instagram): Cyrus of Chaos is one of the best resources for the sport of fencing. He always has a great eye for the practical things you need to watch and enjoy fencing. He has posted great brackets and overviews of the competition. Start with his facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/CyrusofChaos

   (The only problem I have with Mr. Chaos is he picked Ziad to lose in the first round. Sorry bro. Ziad all the way!)

2. NBC and Peacock (United States): NBC will provide extensive coverage of the fencing events, available both live and on-demand. You can watch fencing on the USA Network, CNBC, and E!. For streaming, subscribe to Peacock or authenticate with your cable subscription on NBCOlympics.com or the NBC Sports app​ (NBC Olympics)​.

3. Olympics.com (Global): The official Olympics website offers detailed schedules and streaming options for all events. You can find the full fencing schedule and live streams on their dedicated fencing page​ (Paris 2024 Olympics)​.

4. Tech Radar: (TechRadar)​​ : a great website for finding free streaming links from many places in the world

5. NBCOlympics.com: This website offers live streaming of all Olympic events, including fencing. You can authenticate with your cable subscription to access the live streams. Visit NBCOlympics.com for comprehensive coverage​ (NBC Olympics)​​ (NBC Sports)​.

6. GOOGLE! If you just Google “Paris Olympics 2024 Fencing Schedule” you get an easy to use breakdown of the event son each day and timings. (Image pasted below!)

7. Wikipedia: Below is an image of the brackets they created. Very clear and straight forward!

Let’s go Team USA and Tim Morehouse Fencing Club Olympians!

Mission and Goals: The Vision for Tim Morehouse Fencing Club

OUR MISSION

At Tim Morehouse Fencing Club, our mission is to be the "Champion" of fencing clubs, embodying excellence and leadership in the sport.

We strive not only to cultivate top-tier athletes but also to contribute to the overall growth and development of fencing both nationally and internationally. By setting high standards, fostering a supportive and competitive environment, and promoting the sport's values, we aim to inspire and elevate the entire fencing community, driving its evolution and expanding its reach.

OUR STUDENT DEVELOPMENT GOALS

• College Recruitment Leader: We aim to be the leading club for college recruitment, with the highest number of students on NCAA varsity teams.

• Best Youth Development Club: We strive to always be the best youth development club in the country, nurturing the highest number of new students each season and taking youth students from their first day of fencing to excelling in youth tournaments, achieving top results in Y10, Y12, and Y14, as evidenced by SYC and national medals, while preparing them for Cadet, Junior, and long-term competitive success.

• Lead in Elite Athlete Development: We aim to have the leading center for developing and supporting future and current Olympians, with the largest number of cadet, junior, and senior national team members and champions, as well as Olympic team members.

OUR SPORT DEVELOPMENT GOALS

• Scale and Grow The Sports Coaching Talent : Our goal is to scale excellence by increasing the number of active fencers across the country. We aim to achieve this by expanding the number of active fencers at TMFC into the thousands, establishing centers of excellence, creating new fencing clubs and facilities, and recruiting and developing the next generation of coaches, administrators, club owners, and leaders through our Fencing Corps initiative.

• Leading Provider and Supporter of School Programs: Our ambition is to be the foremost provider of resources for developing and expanding fencing programs, from introductory levels in elementary schools to varsity teams in high schools. This initiative is part of our broader vision to make fencing a more enduring and widely participated sport both nationally and globally.

• Innovate and Lead the Sport's Future: We aim to lead the sport of fencing into the future as a leading innovator in technology, equipment, coaching techniques, and resources. Our goal is to create an enduring impact through innovations that transcend traditional boundaries and make fencing more accessible to a wider audience.
  

ABOUT

Tim Morehouse Fencing Club currently operates four state-of-the-art facilities: two in Manhattan on the east and west sides, one in Port Chester, NY, and another in Stamford, CT. Our team consists of approximately 50 dedicated staff members, including around 25 highly skilled coaches. This team supports approximately 500 fencers across the TMFC network, catering to a wide range of ages from 6 to adults, and encompassing recreational, developmental, and competitive members. In addition to our coaching staff, we have a robust support team that includes member services, managers, human resources, marketing, sales, equipment and gear specialists, and a technology research and development department. This comprehensive team works together to ensure that our club runs smoothly and continues to provide exceptional training and service to our members.

Announcing our Fencing Corps: Welcome the 2024 Inaugural Class!

Announcing our Fencing Corps: Please Welcome the Class of 2024!

We are thrilled to announce the launch of the 2024 inaugural class of the Fencing Corps, a premier summer internship program designed to cultivate the next generation of fencing coaches. This summer, a select group of talented young fencers from colleges across the country will embark on an intensive journey of training and mentorship under the guidance of world-renowned experts. To learn more about each member of our inaugural class, please visit our website.

The Fencing Corps is honored to have three-time Olympian and Olympic silver medalist Tim Morehouse leading the program. With his unparalleled experience as founder and head coach of Tim Morehouse Fencing Club, Tim will provide invaluable insights and mentorship to our interns that reflect his utmost dedication to the sport of fencing.

Joining Tim is elite Coach Iba Keita, a distinguished figure in the fencing world. Coach Keita, who graduated as the Valedictorian with a “Master of Arms” diploma from the Fédération Internationale d'Escrime (FIE) in 2016 and acts as one of TMFC’s elite coaches, brings a wealth of knowledge and a passion for teaching that will inspire and elevate our interns’ coaching skills.

Throughout the summer, interns will train and teach at the prestigious Tim Morehouse Fencing Club summer camps in New York City. This hands-on experience will allow them to refine their fencing techniques and develop their coaching abilities in a dynamic and supportive environment.

The Fencing Corps program is already attracting some of the nation's best and brightest, and we look forward to solidifying our legacy as a place for top talent in years to come.

Stay tuned for more updates and join us in celebrating the 2024 inaugural class of the Fencing Corps! Learn more about the program at its official site here and be sure to follow their journey on our Instagram.

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Experience the thrill of fencing at Tim Morehouse Fencing Club, conveniently located on both the east and west sides of Manhattan. Our club boasts a track record of success, with countless kids discovering their passion for fencing and developing into exceptional fencers under our guidance. With expert coaching, state-of-the-art facilities, and a supportive community, Tim Morehouse Fencing Club offers an unparalleled experience for young athletes. Whether your child is a beginner or a seasoned fencer, our programs cater to all skill levels and ages, providing personalized instruction and opportunities for growth.