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Freshman sabre Nikita Kogan racked up 12 wins at the Vassar Invitational on Sunday. (Photo courtesy of Anna Silver '25)

Fencing sees mixed results at Vassar

By Dan Sullivan, Staff Writer November 15, 2024

The fencing team competed in its second tournament of the 2024-25 season, traveling to Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, New York, this past Sunday. For the men, the Leopards left with a 4-2 record, claiming...

Junior epee Emily Wells earned eight wins for the Leopards in their season opening meet. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)

Fencing opens season at Drew

By Jack Paradis, Contributing Writer November 8, 2024

The fencing team participated in its first tournament of the season at the Rangers Fall Invitational hosted by Drew University this past Sunday. On the men's side, the Leopards finished with a 5-2 record...

Fencing coach Dayn DeRose has multiple talents, including sambo. (Photo courtesy of Dayn DeRose)

Dayn DeRose carries coaching philosophy across sports

By Martin Familetti, Staff Writer April 26, 2024

The fencing team has been under the stewardship of Dayn DeRose for the better part of two years, but DeRose's career as a fencing coach spans four decades. His career in martial arts is just as storied. DeRose...

Seniors Amanda Manubag and Abby Schlotterbeck were honored during the home fencing tournament. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)

Fencing team lunges towards victory at home tournament

By Grace Sanborn, Assistant Sports Editor February 23, 2024

The fencing team hosted its home tournament on Sunday in Kamine Gym. The men’s team won three out of four matches, while the women dropped their sole match against Rutgers University 13-12.  The...

The track and field team attended three meets over winter break. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)

What you missed in athletics over winter break

By Martin Familetti, Contributing Writer January 26, 2024

There was no rest for the weary during winter break for College Hill athletes, as the basketball, track and field and fencing teams were each in the thick of their busy seasons. Here are the biggest developments...

The fencing team practices at 6 a.m. due to facility conflicts. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)

Fencing captain looks for administrative support

By Grace Sanborn, Assistant Sports Editor December 8, 2023

While multiple sports teams have found success this year, one group is in need of some more support from the athletics department, according to one of its captains. Senior co-captain of the fencing team...

The swimming and diving teams competed in their last meet of the 2023 season against Lehigh. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)

What you missed in athletics over Thanksgiving break

By Grace Sanborn, Assistant Sports Editor December 1, 2023

Despite the Thanksgiving holiday, Lafayette's athletes were hard at work on the court, on the strip and in the pool. Here is what you missed.  Men’s basketball The men’s basketball team (1-6...

Fencing now looks forward to hosting regionals after competing in the MACFA tournament. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Fencing finishes regular season with MACFA Championships

By Andreas Pelekis and Caroline McParland March 10, 2023

Over the past four weeks, the fencing team competed in the Mid-Atlantic Collegiate Fencing Association (MACFA) tournament. The team faced Johns Hopkins University on Feb. 12 and Drew University on Feb....

The Leopards faced formidable competition at the invitational. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Fencing kicks off 2023 at Penn Invite

By Andreas Pelekis, Contributing Writer January 27, 2023

Following offseason training in January, the Lafayette fencing team participated in an invitational hosted by the University of Pennsylvania last Saturday. Battling against esteemed athletic programs including...

Lafayette's men's fencing team finished 3-4 at Vassar. 
(Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)

Lafayette fencing competes in second event of year

By Nicky Nathanson, Contributing Writer November 18, 2022

The Lafayette fencing team took part in the Vassar Invitational on Sunday, finishing the day with mixed results.  On the men’s side, Lafayette defeated Cleveland State (14-13), Denison University...

Freshman Beninto Hergert (pictured) competing in foil, finishing in 28th place at the Penn State Open this past weekend. (Photo courtesy of Amir Whitehead '24)

Fencing makes an appearance at Penn State Opener

By Luke Ritchie, Contributing Writer November 12, 2021

The Lafayette fencing team participated in the Penn State Open over the weekend at the Multi-Sport Indoor Facility. The meet was highlighted by freshman Zoe O'Connor, who finished in 27th place in the...

Senior captain Bora Mutis won five bouts in foil against Drew. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Fencing ends spring season with two narrow losses to Drew University

By Craig Barbaro March 19, 2021

The Lafayette fencing team finished their regular season this past weekend with two matches against Drew University, losing both contests by a close 14-13 margin. The competition against the Rangers marked...

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