Bermuda Duo Compete In USA Fencing Event
Don Treanor and Fergus Wightman, representing the Bermuda Fencing Federation, competed in the Fairfax Challenge event in Fredericksburg, Virginia over the weekend.
A spokesperson said, “The signature USA Fencing tournament for Region Six, attracted high quality athletes from across the US as well as international athletes from as far afield as Pakistan.
“There was fencing action throughout Friday, Saturday and Sunday with the 80,000 square foot venue accommodating 40 grounded strips, with experienced tournament staff and referees overseeing the event.
“Treanor fenced in all three disciplines of foil, epee and saber in the veteran category. He achieved 9th and 16th places in foil and epee respectively. He ended the weekend with a rewarding performance in the veteran men’s saber with a 3rd place finish narrowly missing out on the final.
“Wightman [13], competing at an international event for the first time, achieved a top 20 position in the youth saber category. The event was ultimately won by William Yan of the Nazlymov Fencing Foundation who is currently ranked 57th in the US.”
Commenting on his performance, Wightman said: “My goal for this weekend was to get a feel for fencing at an international level and to be competitive. Overall, I am happy with how things went and have learnt a lot. I am grateful for the coaching that Mr. Treanor has provided, particularly at the event. I am also thankful for the support the other coaches, especially Mr. David Semos, have provided since taking up fencing a few years ago. I look forward to continuing my development and training for my next overseas event.”
Treanor competing in the Veteran Men’s Foil
Wightman securing a win in his first boat in the Youth 14 Men’s Saber
Wightman at the Fairfax Challenge Spring, Virginia
