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The Capitol Clash 2014: a Recap
- By Damien Lehfeldt
- . February 5, 2014
“I AM THE COMEBACK KID.” Without a doubt, my favorite fencing event to attend as a spectator and coach is the Capitol Clash Super Youth

The Balancing Act: Managing Tournament Expectations with Parents
- By Damien Lehfeldt
- . January 30, 2014
“Dear competitors: May your opponents’ tears be sweet, may their coaches be overly invested, and may your parents keep you plied with adequate nourishment and

Breaking Down the Film: Cleveland NAC Division I Men’s Epee Final (Badger v. Ramirez)
- By Damien Lehfeldt
- . November 18, 2013
EDIT: Peregrine has requested that the video be taken down as CyrusOfChaos was sitting next to his coach. Video is down for now, but analysis is

Putting an end to the Bully Coach
- By Damien Lehfeldt
- . November 15, 2013
It isn’t a farfetched conclusion to say that USFA referees are among the most underappreciated officials in organized sport. Between the long hours that require

The Little “U” That Could (a True Fencing “Underdog” Story)
- By Damien Lehfeldt
- . October 31, 2013
He walked into DC Fencers Club with endless hopes and dreams. As he handed the bout committee his registration check, he gracelessly tripped on the