News Notes

Wasatch Fencers Lin, Andersen and Chen Qualify for USA Fencing Nationals

Wasatch Fencers Eric Lin, Dallen Anderson and Stanley Chen qualified for the USA Fencing Nationals to be held in Anaheim, California beginning on June 30. In division 2 foil Lin placed 2nd and Chen placed 3rd to quilifiy for division 2 and 3 foil. Anderson placed lst in the division 3 foilevent to earn his spot.

Earlier this season Chen earned a qualifying spot at nationals in 14 and under foil by taking the gold medal at a RYC qualifier.

To see the complete results from the Division Qualifiers, click here.

2012 Utah Summer Games Fencing
Wasatch Fencing is again the sponsor of fencing at the Utah Summer Games being held June 7, 8 and 9 in Cedar City. We almost always have an "A" rated foil event, and "B" rated epee event. The Saber events are growing each year as well. More importantly, this is a great event for up and coming youth fencers as there are events for multiple ages and abilities.

For the schedule go to: http://www.utahsummergames.org/sports/fencing.html

To register go to: https://secure.utahsummergames.org/registration/login.aspx

Askfred.net will be updated every few days, but you must register on the Utah Summer Games site.

Adult Fencing Program Begins
Our adult fencing program is designed for people between the ages of 20 and 98 that have had the urge to pick up a sword and fence. So regardless if you have fenced or never fenced before, come join us for the fun.

Practice times for adults are from 7 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. No experience fencing is required to join. The monthly fee of $45 includes all equipment usage, coaching and instruction.

To sign up simply give us a call between 6:30 and 9:00 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday or just drop by and check us out.

Youth Can Experience Fencing in an Hour
If you have ever wanted to experience the sport of fencing, Wasatch Fencing's Youth program makes it easy. Just call, 801-497-9765, and schedule your first fencing lesson with Ron or James. The cost of the Lesson One is $25.

Once you complete your Lesson One, youth are welcome to start attending practices for their age groups where they will receive ongoing coaching and individual instruction. We have practice sessions that meet on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings for youth fencers. The cost of the youth program is $50 per month, which includes all equipment usage, coaching and individual instruction.

Donate to the "Tanner Holst Gold Fund"

The original Gold Fund was established in 1989 and has help dozens of financially challenged youth fencers train and participate in competitions at little or no cost to them. Funding comes from donations from individuals and businesses throughout northern Utah including many alumni who fenced at Wasatch Fencing during their youth. "It is more than fitting that our Gold Fund program carry Tanner's name," said club director Ron Hendricks. "As Tanner was always there to help fellow fencers out in any way he could."

Members were saddened by the unexpected passing of Tanner Holst on January 23 of 2009. Tanner had been an active member of our club for 5 years and had progressed to being one of the top junior fencers in the state. More importantly, Tanner brought joy into the lives of everyone who had the opportunity to know him.

If you are interested in donating to the Tanner Holst Gold Fund, please contact Ron at ronh@wasatchfencing.org