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    Happy Labor Day, Fencers and families!

    I hope your summer was fun and memorable.  High Plains Fencing Guild had some "firsts" that we can all be proud of. ​

    Nationals!

    In July, Coach Elliot Ferrell-Carretey and Armorer Trevor Wilson traveled to Columbus, Ohio to compete in the National Championships in Epee.  They did great, had a lot of fun and represented us well. ​

    first ever northern colorado sanctioned tournament!

    ​In August, we hosted our first sanctioned epee competition at the Library Innovation Center in Greeley.  10 of our fencers participated, most in their first sanctioned tournament and 2 medaled.  The tournament winner was Nelson Trujillo of Boulder and Cheyenne Fencing and Modern Pentathlon.  Can't wait to see what the rest of the year will bring!

    high plains returns to aims community college

    Professor Coach Josh offers epee through AIMS Community College on the Greeley Campus beginning 11/2/24-12/14/24 on Saturday mornings from 9-10.  Here is the link to sign up: https://aimsced.augusoft.net/index.cfm?method=ClassListing.ClassListingDisplay

    Need extra coaching?

    Your coaches are available to provide one-on-one coaching.  Rates are $25.00 per 15 minute coaching block.  Contact your coach for scheduling.  This is a great way to figure out that tricky parry or learn what to work on to become competition ready!

    thanks!

    In August, Bridget Garcia served as head referee for our in class tournaments.  Thanks to all of our volunteers and each of you for making the tournament a success!
    USA FENCING MEMBERSHIP FOR ALL STUDENTS  THIS IS ENFORCED  NEW SEASON STARTED AUGUST 1

    ​If you haven't already, it's to renew your USA Fencing membership.  Think about upgrading to Competition membership so you can join our competition team at regional tournaments!  Each student is required to be a member of USA Fencing after their first class or you will not be eligible to participate in class.  The entry level membership for students is access membership ($29.00).  Competitive membership is $99 and required for competition level fencers.  See your coach if you have any questions.  USA Fencing offers a discounted club rate for High Plains Fencing Guild, which allows us to keep fencing affordable for the students.  Go to  https://member.usafencing.org/  to sign up. 

    USA FENCING MEMBERSHIP IS MANDATORY TO PARTICIPATE IN CLASSES LED BY HIGH PLAINS FENCING GUILD COACHES. 
    Membership will be checked and required before students are allowed to participate in classes beginning in June. Please renew now to prevent a delay in your student's class attendance.


    GEAR INFORMATION:  Doesn't it feel better to have your own gear?  We offer rental gear, but the fit tends to be better with your own gear!  When you buy gear, make sure to write the fencer's name in sharpie on mask, glove, jacket, and the pad of the weapon.  If gear is left in class, it goes into the bin and may be checked out by a student in another class.  If we don't know who owns it, someone else may check it out.  Thanks! 

     
    AUGUST 10 High Plains Fencing Sanctioned Epee Tournament @ the LINC
    GOLD             Nelson Trujillo
    SILVER           Laine Wright
    BRONZE        Nik Korolainen, Thomas Magnuson


    AUGUST 10 Unsanctioned Intermediate Youth Tournament @ the LINC
    GOLD             James West
    SILVER          Walker Thompson
    BRONZE        Henry Kuhlman, Liam Hernandez


    AUGUST 10 Unsanctioned 7-10 Youth Tournament @ the LINC
    GOLD             Oden Quatrano
    SILVER          Henry Nutt
    BRONZE        Julianne Xu, Greyson Mioduski (first medal)


    AUGUST WINDSOR CLASS TOURNAMENT RESULTS:
    YOUTH SABER:
    GOLD             Kaleb Feighny (first tournament)          
    SILVER          Jocelyn Frei (first tournament)
    BRONZE        Madi and Luke (first tournament)
     
    YOUTH BEGINNER EPEE
    GOLD             Valeon Simmons 
    SILVER          Henry Nutt
    BRONZE        Greyson Mioduski, Gael Hernandez (first tournament)     
     
    YOUTH INTERMEDIATE EPEE
     GOLD           Walker Thompson
    SILVER          Vincent Thoma
    BRONZE        Liam Hernandez, Oden Quatrano (first intermediate tournament)
     
    ADULT EPEE 
    GOLD             Cullan Kirwan (first club tournament)  
    SILVER          Dexter Player
    BRONZE        Clara Knowles, Nate Wagner
     
    REMEMBER-the last class of each month is a tournament and we have to hustle to get all the matches in our time slot.  Late attendees cannot participate after the tournament begins.
     
     
    Let me know if you have any questions.  It is a pleasure to be your coach!  
    Coach Bill Garcia
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    Hello Fencers and families!
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    JULY is Foil class! Time to put aside the Epee and don a Lamé. Those that haven't had a class with coach Josh are in for a treat on the 5th. While Coach Bill is at Nationals with Elliot and Trevor, Coach Josh will be filling in. 
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    NEED EXTRA COACHING? Your coaches are available to provide one-on-one coaching.  Rates are $25.00 per 15 minute coaching block.  Contact your coach for scheduling.  This is a great way to figure out that tricky parry or learn what to work on to become competition ready!
    SAVE THE DATE:  August 10, 2024
    ​    High Plains Fencing Guild is planning its first sanctioned competitive tournament.

    It will be held at the Library Innovation Center in Greeley.  We are also planning to hold a youth tournament (10 and under) followed by an older youth tournament (11-13).  These are non-sanctioned, which means that the winner will not receive national ranking, but will be a wonderful opportunity to showcase the great talent that we have in these age groups. 

    Sign up information will be sent separately.  The youth tournaments will be capped at 12 participants. The sanctioned adult tournament (14+) will be capped at 16 participants.  Access membership at a minimum is required for the non-sanctioned tournaments.  Competition membership in USA Fencing is required for the adult sanctioned tournament.
    THANKS! 
    ​In June, Bridget Garcia and Craig Nutt came to the tournaments and served as referees.  Armorer Trevor is heading up the August Tournament and doing a great job.    
    2023-24 USA FENCING MEMBERS  WE HAVE 70 REGISERED MEMBERS!

    Fencers, you can now go on and get your 2024-2025 membership and upgrade to competition membership, so you can join us at the tournaments.  The mutual support and camaraderie make it a great time for everyone. 
    www.usafencing.org/membership

    june windsor epee results

    YOUTH SABER​
    GOLD             James West
    SILVER          Vincent Thoma
    BRONZE        Xiao Burke (first medal), John Ginnity (first medal) 

    YOUTH BEGINNER EPEE
    GOLD             Vaelon Simmons 
    SILVER          Vincent Thoma
    BRONZE        Xiao Burke (first medal), John Ginnity (first medal) 
     
    YOUTH INTERMEDIATE EPEE
    GOLD             Max Kozusko 
    SILVER          Henry Kuhlman
    BRONZE        Tyler Simenson, Daniel Neilson​
     
    ADULT EPEE
    GOLD             Trevor Wilson  
    SILVER          Dexter Player
    BRONZE        Laine Wright, Marcus Everritt

    REMEMBER - the last class of each month is a tournament and we have to hustle to get all the matches in our time slot.
    Late attendees cannot participate after the tournament begins.

    MAJOR TOURNAMENT NEWs

    Coach Elliot Farrell-Carretey and Armorer Trevor Wilson will represent High Plains Fencing Guild at the National Championships in Columbus, OH in July!  Coach Elliot will participate in the Division 2 National Championship on Friday, July 5 and both Coach Elliot and Armorer Trevor will compete in the Division 3 National Championship on Sunday, July 7th.  I cannot be prouder of our fencers and look forward to attending the National Championships with them. 

    You can watch the Summer Nationals on the USA Fencing YouTube page:     USA Fencing - YouTube
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    Hello Fencers and families!

    Can't get enough of fencing?  Try saber classes with Coach Victor on Mondays, Youth (11-14) at 5:30-6:30 and Adult (14+) from 6:40-8.  Competition Epee with Coach Elliot on Wednesdays, 6:45-8:15, Friday epee  classes at 5 (youth beginner), 6 youth intermediate, 7 adult.  Go try a new class and weapon!  For competition classes, prior coach approval needed.  P.S., I went to Saber classes this past Monday and 7 youth and 4 adults were in attendance.  Saber is gaining a Windsor following!  

    SAVE THE DATE: 
    August 10, 2024 High Plains Fencing Guild is planning its first sanctioned competitive tournament.  It will be held at the Library Innovation Center in Greeley. 

    ​We are also considering a youth tournament for those under 14.  Let your coach know if you are interested in participating or assisting.  We will have referee opportunities and the possibility of getting referee certifications for those that pass the test and are approved through demonstration.  Referees are in demand throughout Colorado and referees are paid at tournaments.  Ask your coach or Referee Bridget Garcia about studying for the test and participating as a referee.

    THANKS!  In May, Bridget Garcia and Josh Miller came to the tournaments and served as referees in addition to Assistant Coach Nik Korolainen.    
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    CONGRATULATIONS! To Clara Knowles, on her promotion from Assistant Coach to Foil and Epee Coach.  Coach Clara will lead the Friday 5 P.M. youth class in Windsor.  Also, congratulations to Coach Clara, Jack Branum, Alex Miles, Heather Hepworth and Marcus Everitt-our newest high school graduates!  We look forward to great things in your future.

    may windsor foil results

    ​YOUTH BEGINNER (6 participants)​
    GOLD             Vaelon Simmons
    SILVER          Julianne Xu
    BRONZE        Henry Nutt, Marley Cotner  
     
    YOUTH INTERMEDIATE (9 participants)
    GOLD             Max Kozusko
    SILVER          Liam Hernandez (first silver)
    BRONZE        Matthew Werth (first medal), Silas Kuhlman
     
    ADULT (9 participants)
    GOLD             Josh Miller (first gold, first medal) 
    SILVER          Nik Korolainen
    BRONZE        Laine Wright, Jenessa Castillo​


    ​Reminder: The last class of each month is a tournament and we have to hustle to get all the matches in our time slot.  Late attendees cannot participate after the tournament begins.
    MAJOR TOURNAMENT NEWS
    Coach Elliot Farrell-Carretey and Armorer Trevor Wilson will represent High Plains Fencing Guild at the National Championships in Columbus, OH in July!  Coach Elliot will participate in the Divsion 2 National Championship on Friday, July 5 and both Coach Elliot and Armorer Trevor will compete in the Division 3 National Championship on Sunday, July 7th.  I cannot be prouder of our fencers and look forward to attending the Natinoal Championships with them. 

    ​Fencers, you can now go on and get your 2024-2025 membership and upgrade to competition membership, so you can join us at the tournaments.  The mutual support and camaraderie make it a great time for everyone.
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    Looks like we're not the only ones thrilled to see  two of our fencers head to Nationals this year. The Greeley Tribune put these two on the front page of the paper! HPFG is thrilled to be there to support our team and our community and we look forward to many more stories like this in the future. 
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    Hello Fencers and families!

    SAVE THE DATE: 
    August 10, 2024 High Plains Fencing Guild is planning its first sanctioned competitive tournament 

    It will be held at the Library Innovation Center (LINC) in Greeley.  We are also considering a youth tournament. Let your coach know if you are interested in participating or assisting. We will have referee opportunities and the possibility of getting referee certifications for those that pass the test and are approved through demonstration.

    THANKS!  In April, Bridget G, Dominic C, and Manager Mike M came to the tournaments and served as referees in addition to Assistant Coaches Clara and Nik.    
    2023-24 USA FENCING MEMBERS  WE HAVE OVER 60 REGISERED MEMBERS!

    april windsor epee results

    ​YOUTH BEGINNER (9 participants)​
    GOLD             Vaelon Simmons (first gold)
    SILVER          Jack Norris
    BRONZE        Canyon Caudill, Henry Nutt
     
    YOUTH INTERMEDIATE (9 participants)
    GOLD             Max Kozusko
    SILVER          Sawyer Suchy
    BRONZE        Liam Hernandez (first medal), James West
     
    ADULT (8 participants)
    GOLD             Nik Korolainen
    SILVER          Trevor Wilson
    BRONZE        Laine Wright, Dexter Player​


    ​Reminder: The last class of each month is a tournament and we have to hustle to get all the matches in our time slot.  Late attendees cannot participate after the tournament begins.
    TOURNAMENT NEWS

    If you are interested in participating in competitive tournaments,  you will need to have a competitive fencing membership with the USA Fencing and the requisite equipment.  Please see Trevor Wilson or your coach for more information.

    UPCOMING TOURNAMENTS (see Askfred.net for upcoming tournaments)

    In April, Coach Elliot and Josh Miller represented our club at ROC of the Rockies. Coach Elliot (epee), along with Jack Branum (saber), Bridget Garcia (foil) and Heather Hepworth (epee) represented HPFG at the Flower Power Tournament in Boulder. 
    Great job, everyone!
    • May 4-5           2024 Colorado D Y14, Div. II/III qualifier-Denver Fencing Center Josh Miller and Trevor Wilson participating.
    • May 11-12         Mandel Sporting Events Charity Tournament Denver Fencing Center
    • May 18-19    Colorado Youth Cup #6-Fencing Academy of Denver  Dexter Player participating.

    CHALLENGE YOURSELF-GIVE A TOURNAMENT A TRY!
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    Congratulations!

    We are very pleased to announce Coach Elliot and Trevor have secured their spots and qualified to head to the National Championships this Summer in Columbus Ohio!!

    It's a long and grueling road to get to Nationals and a great honor. With a lot of blood, sweat, and tears these two have fought their way through tournaments and rose to the top to secure their seats to fight against the best of the best. 

    Taking place from June 29 to July 8 in Columbus, Ohio, this prestigious event brings together top talent from coast to coast to compete for national titles and glory. 

    Summer Nationals truly is a sight to be seen. With more than 4,500 fencers from nearly every state expected to travel to Columbus, the National Championships is both the largest fencing tournament hosted by USA Fencing and one of the largest fencing tournaments held anywhere in the world.