Thrust and parry: Fencing reigns as ‘New York’s Olympic sport’

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The sport’s popularity shows that swordplay isn’t just for Zorro and The Three Musketeers.

Twice a week, 67-year-old Madelon Rosenfeld does battle with anyone willing to take her on.

World Champion Fencer Sylvie Binder

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What Is It About Fencing Trailer

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Thrust and parry: Fencing reigns as ‘New York’s Olympic sport’

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The sport’s popularity shows that swordplay isn’t just for Zorro and The Three Musketeers.

Twice a week, 67-year-old Madelon Rosenfeld does battle with anyone willing to take her on.

Darien Fencing Club Competition Video, Part 1

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Darien Fencing Club Competition Video, Part 2

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Armonk Siblings Zachary, Sylvie Binder Win Fencing Honors

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ARMONK, N.Y. — Two Armonk siblings Zachary “Zach” Binder and Sylvie Binder excelled at this year’s USA National Fencing Championships and North American Cup held recently in Columbus, Ohio. Zach Binder bested a field of 122 fencers from across the United States to finish in the top spot as the national 2014 Y10 men’s foil champion. By winning the competition, Zach also earned his “D” rating moving up from his previously unrated (or “U”) status. The highest rating a fencer can obtain is an “A”. Zach’s win also helped him finish the fencing year with a number three ranking in the country based on points. The win caps a year in which Zach earned multiple gold medals in local and regional competitions – in addition to the Y10 age group, Zach competes in age-based competitions for fencers up to age 17. Sylvie Binder also had a superlative national competition taking home two silver medals – one for a second place […]

Fencing for Charity

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Fencing sensation Sylvie Binder of Armonk, New York is an eighth grader with initiative! She is ranked 10th in the country within her age group and has won numerous national competitions. In early 2012, Sylvie took the opportunity to blend her love for fencing with her love of the environment. She organized the “Go Green” Beginners Fencing Charity Tournament for fencers ranging in age from 8 to 12 years old. The tournament was a hit with more than 30 young fencers competing. It was so successful, in fact, that Sylvie decided to make the fencing tournament an annual event! All proceeds will again be donated to the Fund. Sylvie’s “Going Green” in 2013! The second annual fencing tournament will take place on April 20th with a new twist: beginner fencers will be paired with a more experienced fencer who can serve as a mentor throughout the competition. Sylvie said in a letter to the Fund, “I am happy to help […]

Nellya Fencers

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