DETAILED TIMELINE OF RECENT EWFC HISTORY
VASSAR TO STAGE 2022 EWFC CHAMPIONSHIPS
The 2022 EWFC Dual Meet & Individual Championships are scheduled for Sunday, February 20, 2022, at Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, New York. This will mark the second occasion for the Brewers to host this event, after previously doing so for the first time in 2017, but not being able to stage the 2021 edition due to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic upon intercollegiate athletics.
EWFC MOVES TO 10 WITH DENISON & WELLESLEY
2021 APRIL 23 (HOBOKEN, NJ): The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is pleased to welcome Denison University as the league's newest member. Located in Granville, Ohio, Denison's addition, coupled with the earlier membership announcement of Wellesley College, will expand the EWFC to a record-setting 10 programs going into the 2021-22 academic year.
Denison is the first Eastern Women's Fencing Conference member based in the Midwest, while Wellesley from suburban Boston is the first in New England. The EWFC was initially conceived as a New York City area league ahead of the 2000-01 season before expanding to encompass eight programs representing four Mid-Atlantic states over the ensuing two decades.
"I know the quality of Denison athletics from competing and cheering against the Big Red when I was a student at North Coast Athletic Conference rival Allegheny College," said EWFC commissioner Damion Jones. "I have no doubt they and the Wellesley Blue will both bring high standards to this league as we continue to exemplify the NCAA Division III spirit."
Like many athletic competitions across the NCAA landscape, the Eastern Women's Fencing Conference was not able to stage its annual Dual Meet & Individual Championships during the 2020-21 academic year, due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. But the league is looking forward to returning with its biggest-ever contingent of members in the 2021-22 season.
"I'm happy to add two strong Division III programs to the EWFC," stated Vassar College coach Bruce Gillman. "Wellesley has become a strong program over the last few years, and Denison is an up-and-coming program, leading the way for many other club programs to work their way up to NCAA Division III. The future is bright for the EWFC and NCAA Fencing."
The EWFC crowns its team champion through a single-day round robin dual meet, which is followed by individual tournaments to decide Fencer of the Year and All-Conference honors in the foil, epee, and saber categories. Team plaques are also offered in the three weapons classifications, along with a Team Spirit award, and a Woman of the Year selection.
"I especially want to thank Stevens Institute of Technology coach Linda Vollkommer-Lynch for spearheading the efforts to bring Denison and Wellesley into the EWFC," added Jones. "As the league's founder, she has always advocated strongly for us to embody the NCAA Division III model, and that includes extending our competitive umbrella as far as possible."
The EWFC was founded in 2000-01 and includes charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University. Former program Bard College was replaced by Drew University in 2002-03, while Haverford College joined in 2005-06, Johns Hopkins University entered in 2007-08, and Vassar College onboarded in 2014-15.
Johns Hopkins has won the last two team titles and eight since the 2009-10 campaign, with Stevens claiming the other three in that span and five overall. Drew has lifted the trophy six times and Haverford once. The next EWFC Dual Meet & Individual Championships are slated to take place on February 20, 2022 at Vassar, which is located in Poughkeepsie, New York.
Denison is the first Eastern Women's Fencing Conference member based in the Midwest, while Wellesley from suburban Boston is the first in New England. The EWFC was initially conceived as a New York City area league ahead of the 2000-01 season before expanding to encompass eight programs representing four Mid-Atlantic states over the ensuing two decades.
"I know the quality of Denison athletics from competing and cheering against the Big Red when I was a student at North Coast Athletic Conference rival Allegheny College," said EWFC commissioner Damion Jones. "I have no doubt they and the Wellesley Blue will both bring high standards to this league as we continue to exemplify the NCAA Division III spirit."
Like many athletic competitions across the NCAA landscape, the Eastern Women's Fencing Conference was not able to stage its annual Dual Meet & Individual Championships during the 2020-21 academic year, due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. But the league is looking forward to returning with its biggest-ever contingent of members in the 2021-22 season.
"I'm happy to add two strong Division III programs to the EWFC," stated Vassar College coach Bruce Gillman. "Wellesley has become a strong program over the last few years, and Denison is an up-and-coming program, leading the way for many other club programs to work their way up to NCAA Division III. The future is bright for the EWFC and NCAA Fencing."
The EWFC crowns its team champion through a single-day round robin dual meet, which is followed by individual tournaments to decide Fencer of the Year and All-Conference honors in the foil, epee, and saber categories. Team plaques are also offered in the three weapons classifications, along with a Team Spirit award, and a Woman of the Year selection.
"I especially want to thank Stevens Institute of Technology coach Linda Vollkommer-Lynch for spearheading the efforts to bring Denison and Wellesley into the EWFC," added Jones. "As the league's founder, she has always advocated strongly for us to embody the NCAA Division III model, and that includes extending our competitive umbrella as far as possible."
The EWFC was founded in 2000-01 and includes charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University. Former program Bard College was replaced by Drew University in 2002-03, while Haverford College joined in 2005-06, Johns Hopkins University entered in 2007-08, and Vassar College onboarded in 2014-15.
Johns Hopkins has won the last two team titles and eight since the 2009-10 campaign, with Stevens claiming the other three in that span and five overall. Drew has lifted the trophy six times and Haverford once. The next EWFC Dual Meet & Individual Championships are slated to take place on February 20, 2022 at Vassar, which is located in Poughkeepsie, New York.
EWFC ADDS WELLESLEY COLLEGE AS NINTH MEMBER
2021 MARCH 01 (HOBOKEN, NJ): The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is proud to announce the addition of Wellesley College as the league's ninth member. Located in Wellesley, Massachusetts, 12 miles west of Boston, Wellesley is one of the nation's leading liberal arts colleges for women. The Blue will give one of America's most stable single-sport leagues its first team in the New England region while further strengthening its high level of competition.
"Wellesley has a well-earned reputation as one of the nation's finest colleges and that is also reflected in the many achievements of the Blue athletic program," said EWFC commissioner Damion Jones. "The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference members that regularly participate in the NCAA Northeast Regionals have witnessed very closely the Blue's development on the strips over the years, and along with our teams that annually take part in the NCAA Mid-Atlantic/South Regionals, can now look forward to competing against Wellesley on a completely new level as league opponents."
After calling off this winter's EWFC Championships due to the coronavirus pandemic, the league looks forward to competing with nine programs in 2021-22. The EWFC was founded in 2000-01 and includes charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University, who were joined by Drew University in 2002-03, Haverford College in 2005-06, Johns Hopkins University in 2007-08, and Vassar College in 2014-15.
"Wellesley has a well-earned reputation as one of the nation's finest colleges and that is also reflected in the many achievements of the Blue athletic program," said EWFC commissioner Damion Jones. "The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference members that regularly participate in the NCAA Northeast Regionals have witnessed very closely the Blue's development on the strips over the years, and along with our teams that annually take part in the NCAA Mid-Atlantic/South Regionals, can now look forward to competing against Wellesley on a completely new level as league opponents."
After calling off this winter's EWFC Championships due to the coronavirus pandemic, the league looks forward to competing with nine programs in 2021-22. The EWFC was founded in 2000-01 and includes charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University, who were joined by Drew University in 2002-03, Haverford College in 2005-06, Johns Hopkins University in 2007-08, and Vassar College in 2014-15.
ANNOUNCEMENT ON 2021 EWFC CHAMPIONSHIPS
The 2021 EWFC Dual Meet & Individual Championships will NOT be held on Sunday, February 14, at Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, New York, due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. While the NCAA and individual schools are sponsoring a reformatted fencing season in the spring of 2021, the EWFC plans to return in the 2021-22 academic year with the next edition of our championships.
CHEN WRAPS UP AS 2020 EWFC WOMAN OF THE YEAR
2020 MAY 20 (HOBOKEN, NJ): Eastern Women's Fencing Conference commissioner Damion Jones has announced the selection of Johns Hopkins University senior Erin Chen as the winner of the league's 13th annual Woman of the Year Award. This prize -- implemented to recognize the fencer who best combines the triple standards of success in athletics, excellence in academics, and participation in extracurricular activities -- was decided through a postseason vote by the EWFC's eight head coaches.
A Molecular & Cellular Biology major and Computer Science minor from Lumberton, New Jersey, Chen closed out her four seasons as a standout saber competitor during an exemplary 2019-20 campaign. The team captain for the Blue Jays became the second three-time EWFC Fencer of the Year in any weapon while also claiming All-Conference honors for the fourth time in a row. She also wrapped up each of her winters on the strips with Top 20 finishes at the NCAA Mid-Atlantic/South Regionals, to go along with a quartet of Top 5 placements at the NIWFA Championships including a title victory as a freshman in 2016-17, and leaves JHU as the program's record holder for most wins in a season and career.
Chen's academic achievements are highlighted by placement on the Dean's List, membership in the Alpha Epsilon Delta Pre-Professional Health Honor Society, and selection to the Google Cloud Academic All-District Team, as well as Research Assistantships at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine's Watanabe Laboratory and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia's Genetics Department's 22Q & You Clinic. Her extracurricular activities include serving as a Team Leader and Health Resource Counselor for the Charm City Care Connection, Head of the Family Thread Mentoring Program, Peer Leader to First-Year Students, and Home Care Provider for a local resident with Multiple Sclerosis, while also volunteering with JHU's Bayview Medical Center Emergency Department Transitional Program and spending time as the Special Olympics Club's Vice President.
Seven student-athletes earning EWFC Woman of the Year honorable mention accolades are City College of New York senior Lia Castillo (Saber / International Studies & History), Vassar College junior Nicoletta Dinelli (Saber / Environmental Studies), Hunter College senior Mernayaser Eldesouki (Foil / Computer Science), Drew University junior Emily Huber (Saber / Biology), Haverford College junior Hanna Kopits (Foil / Environmental Studies), Yeshiva University senior Batsheva Lasky (Epee / Nursing), and Stevens Institute of Technology senior Allison Urban-Spillane (Foil / Visual Arts & Technology).
EWFC 2020 WOMAN OF THE YEAR TEAM • OVERALL WINNER
- Erin Chen (Johns Hopkins University / Saber)
EWFC 2020 WOMAN OF THE YEAR TEAM • HONORABLE MENTION
- Lia Castillo (City College of New York / Saber)
- Nicoletta Dinelli (Vassar College / Saber)
- Mernayaser Eldesouki (Hunter College / Foil)
- Emily Huber (Drew University / Saber)
- Hanna Kopits (Haverford College / Foil)
- Batsheva Lasky (Yeshiva University / Epee)
- Allison Urban-Spillane (Stevens Institute of Technology / Foil)
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference closed out its 20th season of competition in February. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College in the 2005-06 edition, Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 season, and Vassar College during the 2014-15 campaign. JHU claimed its record-extending eighth team title, and third in the last four years, with a 7-0 mark in this winter's league matches.
A Molecular & Cellular Biology major and Computer Science minor from Lumberton, New Jersey, Chen closed out her four seasons as a standout saber competitor during an exemplary 2019-20 campaign. The team captain for the Blue Jays became the second three-time EWFC Fencer of the Year in any weapon while also claiming All-Conference honors for the fourth time in a row. She also wrapped up each of her winters on the strips with Top 20 finishes at the NCAA Mid-Atlantic/South Regionals, to go along with a quartet of Top 5 placements at the NIWFA Championships including a title victory as a freshman in 2016-17, and leaves JHU as the program's record holder for most wins in a season and career.
Chen's academic achievements are highlighted by placement on the Dean's List, membership in the Alpha Epsilon Delta Pre-Professional Health Honor Society, and selection to the Google Cloud Academic All-District Team, as well as Research Assistantships at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine's Watanabe Laboratory and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia's Genetics Department's 22Q & You Clinic. Her extracurricular activities include serving as a Team Leader and Health Resource Counselor for the Charm City Care Connection, Head of the Family Thread Mentoring Program, Peer Leader to First-Year Students, and Home Care Provider for a local resident with Multiple Sclerosis, while also volunteering with JHU's Bayview Medical Center Emergency Department Transitional Program and spending time as the Special Olympics Club's Vice President.
Seven student-athletes earning EWFC Woman of the Year honorable mention accolades are City College of New York senior Lia Castillo (Saber / International Studies & History), Vassar College junior Nicoletta Dinelli (Saber / Environmental Studies), Hunter College senior Mernayaser Eldesouki (Foil / Computer Science), Drew University junior Emily Huber (Saber / Biology), Haverford College junior Hanna Kopits (Foil / Environmental Studies), Yeshiva University senior Batsheva Lasky (Epee / Nursing), and Stevens Institute of Technology senior Allison Urban-Spillane (Foil / Visual Arts & Technology).
EWFC 2020 WOMAN OF THE YEAR TEAM • OVERALL WINNER
- Erin Chen (Johns Hopkins University / Saber)
EWFC 2020 WOMAN OF THE YEAR TEAM • HONORABLE MENTION
- Lia Castillo (City College of New York / Saber)
- Nicoletta Dinelli (Vassar College / Saber)
- Mernayaser Eldesouki (Hunter College / Foil)
- Emily Huber (Drew University / Saber)
- Hanna Kopits (Haverford College / Foil)
- Batsheva Lasky (Yeshiva University / Epee)
- Allison Urban-Spillane (Stevens Institute of Technology / Foil)
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference closed out its 20th season of competition in February. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College in the 2005-06 edition, Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 season, and Vassar College during the 2014-15 campaign. JHU claimed its record-extending eighth team title, and third in the last four years, with a 7-0 mark in this winter's league matches.
EWFC STUDENT-ATHLETES CONCLUDE 2020 SEASON
2020 MARCH 08 (HOBOKEN, NJ): The student-athletes of the eight member programs which form the Eastern Women's Fencing Conference have concluded the 2019-20 season by competing in two separate NCAA Regionals that decided the qualifiers for this winter's NCAA National Championships. Drew University, Haverford College, Johns Hopkins University, and Stevens Institute of Technology are assigned to the Mid-Atlantic/South Region while City College of New York, Hunter College, Vassar College, and Yeshiva University are grouped with the Northeast Region.
The Mid-Atlantic/South Regionals were held at Duke University in Durham, North Carolina, and the EWFC's outings were accentuated by the Johns Hopkins saber duo of Alicja Tomaszewski, who finished 16th, and Erin Chen, who placed 17th. The league's foil entrants were paced by JHU's Alexandra McDonald, who came in 17th, while Blue Jays teammate Shaina Morris ended up 19th in the epee category. The Northeast Regionals at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, featured Vassar's Zoe Tolbert posting the best performance by ranking 18th in foil.
One week earlier, EWFC member Drew hosted the 92nd edition of the National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association (NIWFA) Championships in Madison, New Jersey. The league's top individual showing came from Claire McNeill of Stevens, who was the runner-up in the epee event, while JHU's Alexandra Szewc shared third place. JHU's Erin Chen tied for third in saber, with Kiera Barnes of Stevens finishing fifth, and JHU's Alicja Tomaszewski one spot behind in sixth. The foil competition saw Hanna Kopits of Haverford claim fifth-place accolades.
Three EWFC student-athletes were also named to the NIWFA All-Academic Team, with foil honors going to Lydia Segal of Drew and Nicole Strezewski from Stevens, while JHU's Erin Chen was selected to the list in saber.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference wrapped up its 20th season of competition last month. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College in the 2005-06 edition, Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 season, and Vassar College during the 2014-15 campaign. JHU claimed its record-extending eighth team title, and third in the last four years, with a 7-0 mark in this winter's league contests.
The Mid-Atlantic/South Regionals were held at Duke University in Durham, North Carolina, and the EWFC's outings were accentuated by the Johns Hopkins saber duo of Alicja Tomaszewski, who finished 16th, and Erin Chen, who placed 17th. The league's foil entrants were paced by JHU's Alexandra McDonald, who came in 17th, while Blue Jays teammate Shaina Morris ended up 19th in the epee category. The Northeast Regionals at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, featured Vassar's Zoe Tolbert posting the best performance by ranking 18th in foil.
One week earlier, EWFC member Drew hosted the 92nd edition of the National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association (NIWFA) Championships in Madison, New Jersey. The league's top individual showing came from Claire McNeill of Stevens, who was the runner-up in the epee event, while JHU's Alexandra Szewc shared third place. JHU's Erin Chen tied for third in saber, with Kiera Barnes of Stevens finishing fifth, and JHU's Alicja Tomaszewski one spot behind in sixth. The foil competition saw Hanna Kopits of Haverford claim fifth-place accolades.
Three EWFC student-athletes were also named to the NIWFA All-Academic Team, with foil honors going to Lydia Segal of Drew and Nicole Strezewski from Stevens, while JHU's Erin Chen was selected to the list in saber.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference wrapped up its 20th season of competition last month. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College in the 2005-06 edition, Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 season, and Vassar College during the 2014-15 campaign. JHU claimed its record-extending eighth team title, and third in the last four years, with a 7-0 mark in this winter's league contests.
JHU PICKS UP EIGHTH EWFC DUAL MEET TITLE
2020 FEBRUARY 16 (NEW YORK, NY): Johns Hopkins University has captured a record-extending eighth Eastern Women’s Fencing Conference Dual Meet Championship, the team’s second straight title and third in the last four years, with the program lifting all eight of its EWFC trophies over the last 11 seasons. The Blue Jays compiled an undefeated 7-0 mark to highlight the league's 20th anniversary round robin competition at Hunter College by defeating City College of New York 27-0, Hunter 26-1, Haverford College 23-4, Yeshiva University 26-1, Drew University 22-5, Stevens Institute of Technology 18-9, and Vassar College 20-7.
EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP SCORES • 2020 FEBRUARY 16 • NEW YORK, NY
R1: Haverford 9-18 Vassar / JHU 27-0 CCNY / Drew 27-0 Hunter / Yeshiva 1-26 Stevens
R2: Drew 17-10 CCNY / Haverford 6-21 Stevens / Vassar 27-0 Yeshiva / JHU 26-1 Hunter
R3: Hunter 0-27 Stevens / Vassar 22-5 CCNY / Haverford 4-23 JHU / Drew 23-4 Yeshiva
R4: Yeshiva 1-26 JHU / Haverford 13-14 Drew / Vassar 26-1 Hunter / CCNY 0-27 Stevens
R5: Haverford 26-1 Hunter / Stevens 19-8 Vassar / Yeshiva 6-21 CCNY / JHU 22-5 Drew
R6: Drew 12-15 / Vassar / Hunter 8-14 Yeshiva / Stevens 9-18 JHU / CCNY 7-20 Haverford
R7: CCNY 16-11 Hunter / Stevens 19-8 Drew / Yeshiva 8-19 Haverford / Vassar 7-20 JHU
EWFC 2020 DUAL MEET STANDINGS
7-0 John Hopkins University
6-1 Stevens Institute of Technology
5-2 Vassar College
4-3 Drew University
3-4 Haverford College
2-5 City College of New York
1-6 Yeshiva University
0-7 Hunter College
After the Dual Meet Championship was decided, the fencers returned to the strips for direct elimination tournaments in each of the three weapons classifications in order to determine this season's EWFC All-Conference Teams, consisting of 27 student-athletes – nine apiece in foil, epee, and saber. This marks the sixth time the conference has held both its Dual Meet and Individual Tournaments on the same day and at the same location.
EWFC 2020 DENISE O'CONNOR FOIL FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Brooke Stanicki (Johns Hopkins University) **
EWFC 2020 FOIL FIRST TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Zoe Tolbert (Vassar College) **
- Erika Wong (Johns Hopkins University) **
- Miya Herman (Johns Hopkins University)
- Kayleigh Kubit (Stevens Institute of Technology)
EWFC 2020 FOIL SECOND TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Tori Lubin (Vassar College)
- Hanna Kopits (Haverford College) ***
- Lydia Segal (Drew University) ***
- Sara Persau (Stevens Institute of Technology)
EWFC 2020 DENISE O'CONNOR EPEE FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Shaina Morris (Johns Hopkins University) **
EWFC 2020 EPEE FIRST TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Chloe Chinnadurai (Vassar College) **
- Alexandra Szewc (John Hopkins University)
- Leigha Capra (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Rosie Parker (Vassar College) **
EWFC 2020 EPEE SECOND TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Maia Carvalho (Haverford College) **
- Claire McNeill (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Sarah Blossom (Haverford College)
- Teny Odaimi (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
EWFC 2020 DENISE O'CONNOR SABER FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Erin Chen (Johns Hopkins University) ****
EWFC 2020 SABER FIRST TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Alicja Tomaszewski (John Hopkins University) ***
- Emily Huber (Drew University) ***
- Kiera Barnes (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
- Christine Drobish (Stevens Institute of Technology)
EWFC 2020 SABER SECOND TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Cecilia Taylor (Johns Hopkins University)
- Kayla Ogden (Drew University) **
- Caroline Donado (Haverford College)
- Emily Jones (Drew University) **
Other accomplishments recognized at the end of the day included Stevens Institute of Technology claiming Coaching Staff of the Year for the seventh time in league history, while Yeshiva University picked up the Roi Green Memorial Team Spirit Award for the third successive campaign, and record-stretching fifth time overall. Johns Hopkins University was named Top Foil Squad for the third straight season and seventh time in total, Top Epee squad for the third time ever, and Top Saber Squad for the fourth winter in a row and seventh time overall.
EWFC 2020 EWFC COACHING STAFF OF THE YEAR
- Stevens Institute of Technology
EWFC 2020 EWFC ROI GREEN MEMORIAL TEAM SPIRIT AWARD
- Yeshiva University
EWFC 2020 TOP FOIL SQUAD
- Johns Hopkins University
EWFC 2020 TOP EPEE SQUAD
- Johns Hopkins University
EWFC 2020 TOP SABER SQUAD
- Johns Hopkins University
The coaches and student-athletes from the Eastern Women's Fencing Conference will now largely turn their attention to postseason competition, including the NIWFA Championships and the NCAA Regionals, as the EWFC's eight member teams strive to wrap up the league's 20th anniversary campaign by qualifying for the NCAA National Championships.
EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP SCORES • 2020 FEBRUARY 16 • NEW YORK, NY
R1: Haverford 9-18 Vassar / JHU 27-0 CCNY / Drew 27-0 Hunter / Yeshiva 1-26 Stevens
R2: Drew 17-10 CCNY / Haverford 6-21 Stevens / Vassar 27-0 Yeshiva / JHU 26-1 Hunter
R3: Hunter 0-27 Stevens / Vassar 22-5 CCNY / Haverford 4-23 JHU / Drew 23-4 Yeshiva
R4: Yeshiva 1-26 JHU / Haverford 13-14 Drew / Vassar 26-1 Hunter / CCNY 0-27 Stevens
R5: Haverford 26-1 Hunter / Stevens 19-8 Vassar / Yeshiva 6-21 CCNY / JHU 22-5 Drew
R6: Drew 12-15 / Vassar / Hunter 8-14 Yeshiva / Stevens 9-18 JHU / CCNY 7-20 Haverford
R7: CCNY 16-11 Hunter / Stevens 19-8 Drew / Yeshiva 8-19 Haverford / Vassar 7-20 JHU
EWFC 2020 DUAL MEET STANDINGS
7-0 John Hopkins University
6-1 Stevens Institute of Technology
5-2 Vassar College
4-3 Drew University
3-4 Haverford College
2-5 City College of New York
1-6 Yeshiva University
0-7 Hunter College
After the Dual Meet Championship was decided, the fencers returned to the strips for direct elimination tournaments in each of the three weapons classifications in order to determine this season's EWFC All-Conference Teams, consisting of 27 student-athletes – nine apiece in foil, epee, and saber. This marks the sixth time the conference has held both its Dual Meet and Individual Tournaments on the same day and at the same location.
EWFC 2020 DENISE O'CONNOR FOIL FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Brooke Stanicki (Johns Hopkins University) **
EWFC 2020 FOIL FIRST TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Zoe Tolbert (Vassar College) **
- Erika Wong (Johns Hopkins University) **
- Miya Herman (Johns Hopkins University)
- Kayleigh Kubit (Stevens Institute of Technology)
EWFC 2020 FOIL SECOND TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Tori Lubin (Vassar College)
- Hanna Kopits (Haverford College) ***
- Lydia Segal (Drew University) ***
- Sara Persau (Stevens Institute of Technology)
EWFC 2020 DENISE O'CONNOR EPEE FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Shaina Morris (Johns Hopkins University) **
EWFC 2020 EPEE FIRST TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Chloe Chinnadurai (Vassar College) **
- Alexandra Szewc (John Hopkins University)
- Leigha Capra (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Rosie Parker (Vassar College) **
EWFC 2020 EPEE SECOND TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Maia Carvalho (Haverford College) **
- Claire McNeill (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Sarah Blossom (Haverford College)
- Teny Odaimi (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
EWFC 2020 DENISE O'CONNOR SABER FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Erin Chen (Johns Hopkins University) ****
EWFC 2020 SABER FIRST TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Alicja Tomaszewski (John Hopkins University) ***
- Emily Huber (Drew University) ***
- Kiera Barnes (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
- Christine Drobish (Stevens Institute of Technology)
EWFC 2020 SABER SECOND TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Cecilia Taylor (Johns Hopkins University)
- Kayla Ogden (Drew University) **
- Caroline Donado (Haverford College)
- Emily Jones (Drew University) **
Other accomplishments recognized at the end of the day included Stevens Institute of Technology claiming Coaching Staff of the Year for the seventh time in league history, while Yeshiva University picked up the Roi Green Memorial Team Spirit Award for the third successive campaign, and record-stretching fifth time overall. Johns Hopkins University was named Top Foil Squad for the third straight season and seventh time in total, Top Epee squad for the third time ever, and Top Saber Squad for the fourth winter in a row and seventh time overall.
EWFC 2020 EWFC COACHING STAFF OF THE YEAR
- Stevens Institute of Technology
EWFC 2020 EWFC ROI GREEN MEMORIAL TEAM SPIRIT AWARD
- Yeshiva University
EWFC 2020 TOP FOIL SQUAD
- Johns Hopkins University
EWFC 2020 TOP EPEE SQUAD
- Johns Hopkins University
EWFC 2020 TOP SABER SQUAD
- Johns Hopkins University
The coaches and student-athletes from the Eastern Women's Fencing Conference will now largely turn their attention to postseason competition, including the NIWFA Championships and the NCAA Regionals, as the EWFC's eight member teams strive to wrap up the league's 20th anniversary campaign by qualifying for the NCAA National Championships.
HUNTER TO HOST 2020 EWFC CHAMPIONSHIPS
The 2020 EWFC Dual Meet & Individual Championships are scheduled for Sunday, February 16, 2020, at Hunter College in New York, New York. This showcase will mark the league's 20th season of competition with the festivities at the site of the league's maiden round robin team event in 2003.
NEUHEARDT AWARDED 2019 EWFC WOMAN OF THE YEAR
2019 APRIL 22 (HOBOKEN, NJ): Eastern Women's Fencing Conference commissioner Damion Jones has announced the choice of Haverford College senior Anna Neuheardt as the winner of the league's 12th annual Woman of the Year Award. This prize -- implemented to recognize the fencer who best combines the triple standards of success in athletics, excellence in academics, and participation in extracurricular activities -- was decided through a postseason vote by the EWFC's eight head coaches.
An Economics major from Littleton, Colorado, Neuheardt wrapped up her four seasons as a saber competitor during the 2018-19 season. The team captain for the Fords missed much of her final campaign due to injuries but was a three-time EWFC Second Team All-Conference honoree in 2018, 2017, and 2016. She also closed out each of those years by placing in the Top 30 at the NCAA Mid-Atlantic/South Regionals and finished in the Top 10 at the NIWFA Championships on all three occasions as well.
Neuheardt's achievements in the classroom resulted in her selection to both the NIWFA All-Academic Team and the Philadelphia Inquirer Academic All-Area Team. Her extracurricular activities include participation in Haverford's Strength & Conditioning Committee, Residential Life Committee, and First-Year Orientation Committee, while also serving as a Resident Advisor and an Archivist in the College Library's Quaker & Special Collections Section.
Seven student-athletes earning EWFC Woman of the Year honorable mention nods are Johns Hopkins University junior Erin Chen (Saber / Molecular & Cellular Biology), Stevens Institute of Technology senior Amanda Choy (Epee / Business & Technology - Marketing & Information Systems), Drew University senior Caitlin Kotz (Foil / Biochemistry & Molecular Biology), Yeshiva University junior Batsheva Lasky (Epee / Nursing), City College of New York senior Nemesys Perez (Foil / Biology), Hunter College senior Michelle Rangel (Saber / Behavioral Neuroscience), and Vassar College senior Mirit Rutishauser (Foil / Environmental Studies).
EWFC 2019 WOMAN OF THE YEAR TEAM • OVERALL WINNER
- Anna Neuheardt (Haverford College / Saber)
EWFC 2019 WOMAN OF THE YEAR TEAM • HONORABLE MENTION
- Erin Chen (Johns Hopkins University / Saber)
- Amanda Choy (Stevens Institute of Technology / Epee)
- Caitlin Kotz (Drew University / Foil)
- Batsheva Lasky (Yeshiva University / Epee)
- Nemesys Perez (City College of New York / Foil)
- Michelle Rangel (Hunter College / Saber)
- Mirit Rutishauser (Vassar College / Foil)
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference wrapped up its 19th season of competition in February. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2003 championships, Haverford College in 2006, Johns Hopkins University as of 2008, and Vassar College during the 2015 campaign. JHU won its record-breaking seventh team title, and second in the last three years, with a 7-0 mark in this winter's league matches.
An Economics major from Littleton, Colorado, Neuheardt wrapped up her four seasons as a saber competitor during the 2018-19 season. The team captain for the Fords missed much of her final campaign due to injuries but was a three-time EWFC Second Team All-Conference honoree in 2018, 2017, and 2016. She also closed out each of those years by placing in the Top 30 at the NCAA Mid-Atlantic/South Regionals and finished in the Top 10 at the NIWFA Championships on all three occasions as well.
Neuheardt's achievements in the classroom resulted in her selection to both the NIWFA All-Academic Team and the Philadelphia Inquirer Academic All-Area Team. Her extracurricular activities include participation in Haverford's Strength & Conditioning Committee, Residential Life Committee, and First-Year Orientation Committee, while also serving as a Resident Advisor and an Archivist in the College Library's Quaker & Special Collections Section.
Seven student-athletes earning EWFC Woman of the Year honorable mention nods are Johns Hopkins University junior Erin Chen (Saber / Molecular & Cellular Biology), Stevens Institute of Technology senior Amanda Choy (Epee / Business & Technology - Marketing & Information Systems), Drew University senior Caitlin Kotz (Foil / Biochemistry & Molecular Biology), Yeshiva University junior Batsheva Lasky (Epee / Nursing), City College of New York senior Nemesys Perez (Foil / Biology), Hunter College senior Michelle Rangel (Saber / Behavioral Neuroscience), and Vassar College senior Mirit Rutishauser (Foil / Environmental Studies).
EWFC 2019 WOMAN OF THE YEAR TEAM • OVERALL WINNER
- Anna Neuheardt (Haverford College / Saber)
EWFC 2019 WOMAN OF THE YEAR TEAM • HONORABLE MENTION
- Erin Chen (Johns Hopkins University / Saber)
- Amanda Choy (Stevens Institute of Technology / Epee)
- Caitlin Kotz (Drew University / Foil)
- Batsheva Lasky (Yeshiva University / Epee)
- Nemesys Perez (City College of New York / Foil)
- Michelle Rangel (Hunter College / Saber)
- Mirit Rutishauser (Vassar College / Foil)
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference wrapped up its 19th season of competition in February. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2003 championships, Haverford College in 2006, Johns Hopkins University as of 2008, and Vassar College during the 2015 campaign. JHU won its record-breaking seventh team title, and second in the last three years, with a 7-0 mark in this winter's league matches.
EWFC STUDENT-ATHLETES WRAP UP 2019 CAMPAIGN
2019 MARCH 10 (HOBOKEN, NJ): The student-athletes from the eight member programs that constitute the Eastern Women's Fencing Conference have wrapped up the 2018-19 season by participating in two different NCAA Regionals which selected the qualifiers for this year's NCAA National Championships. Drew University, Haverford College, Johns Hopkins University, and Stevens Institute of Technology are aligned with the Mid-Atlantic/South Region while City College of New York, Hunter College, Vassar College, and Yeshiva University are slotted into the Northeast Region.
The Mid-Atlantic/South Regionals took place at Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania, where the EWFC's contingent was paced by a 15th-place showing by Julie McEldoon of Stevens in epee, along with a similar ranking of 15th by Miya Herman from Johns Hopkins in foil, while JHU's Erin Chen finished 16th in saber. The Northeast Regionals were staged on the campus of EWFC member Vassar in Poughkeepsie, New York, and the home team's two league Fencers of the Year stood out with Zoe Tolbert taking 19th in foil and Miranda Rose Hulsey-Vincent coming in 24th in epee.
The previous weekend saw EWFC member Drew put on the 91st annual National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association (NIWFA) Championships in Madison, New Jersey. Twin triumphs were the talk of the event for the league as Julie McEldoon of Stevens won the epee title for the second time in her career with Ducks teammate Amanda Choy and Shaina Morris from Johns Hopkins sharing third place, while Miya Herman from Johns Hopkins grabbed top honors in foil ahead of Drew's Lydia Segal, and Emily Huber of Drew tied for third in saber.
Six EWFC student-athletes also received recognition on the NIWFA All-Academic Team, with foil accolades claimed by Nemesys Perez from CCNY and Lydia Segal of Drew, while saber laurels went to JHU's Erin Chen, Anna Neuheardt from Haverford, Hunter's Michelle Rangel, and Julia Yang of Stevens.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference completed its 19th season of competition last month. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2003 championships, Haverford College in 2006, Johns Hopkins University as of 2008, and Vassar College during the 2015 campaign. JHU won its record-breaking seventh team title, and second in the last three years, with a 7-0 mark in this winter's league matches.
The Mid-Atlantic/South Regionals took place at Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania, where the EWFC's contingent was paced by a 15th-place showing by Julie McEldoon of Stevens in epee, along with a similar ranking of 15th by Miya Herman from Johns Hopkins in foil, while JHU's Erin Chen finished 16th in saber. The Northeast Regionals were staged on the campus of EWFC member Vassar in Poughkeepsie, New York, and the home team's two league Fencers of the Year stood out with Zoe Tolbert taking 19th in foil and Miranda Rose Hulsey-Vincent coming in 24th in epee.
The previous weekend saw EWFC member Drew put on the 91st annual National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association (NIWFA) Championships in Madison, New Jersey. Twin triumphs were the talk of the event for the league as Julie McEldoon of Stevens won the epee title for the second time in her career with Ducks teammate Amanda Choy and Shaina Morris from Johns Hopkins sharing third place, while Miya Herman from Johns Hopkins grabbed top honors in foil ahead of Drew's Lydia Segal, and Emily Huber of Drew tied for third in saber.
Six EWFC student-athletes also received recognition on the NIWFA All-Academic Team, with foil accolades claimed by Nemesys Perez from CCNY and Lydia Segal of Drew, while saber laurels went to JHU's Erin Chen, Anna Neuheardt from Haverford, Hunter's Michelle Rangel, and Julia Yang of Stevens.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference completed its 19th season of competition last month. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2003 championships, Haverford College in 2006, Johns Hopkins University as of 2008, and Vassar College during the 2015 campaign. JHU won its record-breaking seventh team title, and second in the last three years, with a 7-0 mark in this winter's league matches.
JHU CAPTURES SEVENTH EWFC DUAL MEET TROPHY
2019 FEBRUARY 17 (NEW YORK, NY): Johns Hopkins University has won a record-breaking seventh Eastern Women’s Fencing Conference Dual Meet Championship, the team’s second in three seasons, claiming sole possession of the mark it previously shared with Drew University. The Blue Jays tallied a 7-0 slate to return to the top of the table in this year’s league event at Hunter College, edging reigning titleholders Stevens Institute of Technology 15-12 in their opening contest, before going on to defeat Vassar College 18-9, City College of New York 27-0, Yeshiva University 22-5, Haverford College 20-7, Hunter 24-3, and Drew 23-4.
EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP SCORES • 2019 FEBRUARY 17 • NEW YORK, NY
R1: JHU 15-12 Stevens / Yeshiva 13-13 Hunter / Haverford 19-8 CCNY / Vassar 14-13 Drew
R2: Hunter 6-21 CCNY / Drew 5-22 Stevens / JHU 18-9 Vassar / Haverford 26-1 Yeshiva
R3: Yeshiva 1-26 Drew / Hunter 3-24 Vassar / Stevens 18-9 Haverford / CCNY 0-27 JHU
R4: Vassar 18-9 Haverford / CCNY 4-23 Drew / JHU 22-5 Yeshiva / Stevens 27-0 Hunter
R5: Stevens 26-1 CCNY / JHU 20-7 Haverford / Hunter 3-24 Drew / Yeshiva 5-22 Vassar
R6: Hunter 3-24 JHU / Stevens 27-0 Yeshiva / CCNY 3-24 Vassar / Drew 16-11 Haverford
R7: CCNY 20-7 Yeshiva / Drew 4-23 JHU / Haverford 25-2 Hunter / Vassar 10-17 Stevens
EWFC 2019 DUAL MEET STANDINGS
7-0 Johns Hopkins University
6-1 Stevens Institute of Technology
5-2 Vassar College
4-3 Drew University
3-4 Haverford College
2-5 City College of New York
0-6-1 Hunter College
0-6-1 Yeshiva University
Once the Dual Meet Championship was decided, the fencers returned to the strips for direct elimination tournaments in each of the three weapons classifications in order to determine this season's EWFC All-Conference Teams, consisting of 27 student-athletes – nine apiece in foil, epee, and saber. This marks the fifth time the conference has held both its Dual Meet and Individual Tournaments on the same day and at the same location.
EWFC 2019 DENISE O'CONNOR FOIL FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Zoe Tolbert (Vassar College)
EWFC 2019 FOIL FIRST TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Brooke Stanicki (Johns Hopkins University)
- Lydia Segal (Drew University) **
- Caitlin Kotz (Drew University) ***
- Hanna Kopits (Haverford College) **
EWFC 2019 FOIL SECOND TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Erika Wong (Johns Hopkins University)
- Mirit Rutishauser (Vassar College) ****
- Katherine Xiang (Johns Hopkins University) ***
- Sophie Blumenstock (Vassar College) ****
EWFC 2019 DENISE O'CONNOR EPEE FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Miranda Rose Hulsey-Vincent (Vassar College) ***
EWFC 2019 EPEE FIRST TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Amanda Choy (Stevens Institute of Technology) ****
- Julie McEldoon (Stevens Institute of Technology) ****
- Rosie Parker (Vassar College)
- Chloe Chinnadurai (Vassar College)
EWFC 2019 EPEE SECOND TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Teny Odaimi (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Maia Carvalho (Haverford College)
- Shivani Bisen (Johns Hopkins University) **
- Katie Bradley (Haverford College) **
EWFC 2019 DENISE O'CONNOR SABER FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Kiera Barnes (Stevens Institute of Technology)
EWFC 2019 SABER FIRST TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Erin Chen (Johns Hopkins University) ***
- Michelle Drobish (Stevens Institute of Technology) ****
- Julia Yang (Stevens Institute of Technology) ***
- Rebecca Zhou (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
EWFC 2019 SABER SECOND TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Emily Huber (Drew University) **
- Kayla Ogden (Drew University)
- Michelle Rangel (Hunter College)
- Emily Jones (Drew University)
Other achievements recognized at the end of the day included Vassar College earning Coaching Staff of the Year for the first time ever, while Yeshiva University claimed the Roi Green Memorial Team Spirit Award for the second consecutive campaign, and record-setting fourth time overall. Johns Hopkins University was named Top Foil Squad for the second straight season and sixth time overall, as well as Top Saber Squad for the third winter in a row and sixth time ever, with Vassar College saluted as Top Epee Squad for the first time.
EWFC 2019 EWFC COACHING STAFF OF THE YEAR
- Vassar College
EWFC 2019 EWFC ROI GREEN TEAM SPIRIT AWARD WINNERS
- Yeshiva University
EWFC 2019 TOP FOIL SQUAD
- Johns Hopkins University
EWFC 2019 TOP EPEE SQUAD
- Vassar College
EWFC 2019 TOP SABER SQUAD
- Johns Hopkins University
The coaches and student-athletes from the Eastern Women's Fencing Conference will now largely turn their attention to postseason competition, including the NIWFA Championships and the NCAA Regionals, as the EWFC's eight member teams prepare to finish the campaign in a strong manner by qualifying for the NCAA National Championships.
EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP SCORES • 2019 FEBRUARY 17 • NEW YORK, NY
R1: JHU 15-12 Stevens / Yeshiva 13-13 Hunter / Haverford 19-8 CCNY / Vassar 14-13 Drew
R2: Hunter 6-21 CCNY / Drew 5-22 Stevens / JHU 18-9 Vassar / Haverford 26-1 Yeshiva
R3: Yeshiva 1-26 Drew / Hunter 3-24 Vassar / Stevens 18-9 Haverford / CCNY 0-27 JHU
R4: Vassar 18-9 Haverford / CCNY 4-23 Drew / JHU 22-5 Yeshiva / Stevens 27-0 Hunter
R5: Stevens 26-1 CCNY / JHU 20-7 Haverford / Hunter 3-24 Drew / Yeshiva 5-22 Vassar
R6: Hunter 3-24 JHU / Stevens 27-0 Yeshiva / CCNY 3-24 Vassar / Drew 16-11 Haverford
R7: CCNY 20-7 Yeshiva / Drew 4-23 JHU / Haverford 25-2 Hunter / Vassar 10-17 Stevens
EWFC 2019 DUAL MEET STANDINGS
7-0 Johns Hopkins University
6-1 Stevens Institute of Technology
5-2 Vassar College
4-3 Drew University
3-4 Haverford College
2-5 City College of New York
0-6-1 Hunter College
0-6-1 Yeshiva University
Once the Dual Meet Championship was decided, the fencers returned to the strips for direct elimination tournaments in each of the three weapons classifications in order to determine this season's EWFC All-Conference Teams, consisting of 27 student-athletes – nine apiece in foil, epee, and saber. This marks the fifth time the conference has held both its Dual Meet and Individual Tournaments on the same day and at the same location.
EWFC 2019 DENISE O'CONNOR FOIL FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Zoe Tolbert (Vassar College)
EWFC 2019 FOIL FIRST TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Brooke Stanicki (Johns Hopkins University)
- Lydia Segal (Drew University) **
- Caitlin Kotz (Drew University) ***
- Hanna Kopits (Haverford College) **
EWFC 2019 FOIL SECOND TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Erika Wong (Johns Hopkins University)
- Mirit Rutishauser (Vassar College) ****
- Katherine Xiang (Johns Hopkins University) ***
- Sophie Blumenstock (Vassar College) ****
EWFC 2019 DENISE O'CONNOR EPEE FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Miranda Rose Hulsey-Vincent (Vassar College) ***
EWFC 2019 EPEE FIRST TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Amanda Choy (Stevens Institute of Technology) ****
- Julie McEldoon (Stevens Institute of Technology) ****
- Rosie Parker (Vassar College)
- Chloe Chinnadurai (Vassar College)
EWFC 2019 EPEE SECOND TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Teny Odaimi (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Maia Carvalho (Haverford College)
- Shivani Bisen (Johns Hopkins University) **
- Katie Bradley (Haverford College) **
EWFC 2019 DENISE O'CONNOR SABER FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Kiera Barnes (Stevens Institute of Technology)
EWFC 2019 SABER FIRST TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Erin Chen (Johns Hopkins University) ***
- Michelle Drobish (Stevens Institute of Technology) ****
- Julia Yang (Stevens Institute of Technology) ***
- Rebecca Zhou (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
EWFC 2019 SABER SECOND TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Emily Huber (Drew University) **
- Kayla Ogden (Drew University)
- Michelle Rangel (Hunter College)
- Emily Jones (Drew University)
Other achievements recognized at the end of the day included Vassar College earning Coaching Staff of the Year for the first time ever, while Yeshiva University claimed the Roi Green Memorial Team Spirit Award for the second consecutive campaign, and record-setting fourth time overall. Johns Hopkins University was named Top Foil Squad for the second straight season and sixth time overall, as well as Top Saber Squad for the third winter in a row and sixth time ever, with Vassar College saluted as Top Epee Squad for the first time.
EWFC 2019 EWFC COACHING STAFF OF THE YEAR
- Vassar College
EWFC 2019 EWFC ROI GREEN TEAM SPIRIT AWARD WINNERS
- Yeshiva University
EWFC 2019 TOP FOIL SQUAD
- Johns Hopkins University
EWFC 2019 TOP EPEE SQUAD
- Vassar College
EWFC 2019 TOP SABER SQUAD
- Johns Hopkins University
The coaches and student-athletes from the Eastern Women's Fencing Conference will now largely turn their attention to postseason competition, including the NIWFA Championships and the NCAA Regionals, as the EWFC's eight member teams prepare to finish the campaign in a strong manner by qualifying for the NCAA National Championships.
HUNTER TO STAGE 2019 EWFC CHAMPIONSHIPS
The 2019 EWFC Dual Meet & Individual Championships are scheduled for Sunday, February 17, 2019, at Hunter College in New York, New York. This will be the Hawks sixth overall time hosting this competition, and first in three years, since putting on the league's inaugural round robin in 2003.
KAYE ANOINTED AS 2018 EWFC WOMAN OF THE YEAR
2018 MAY 14 (HOBOKEN, NJ): Eastern Women's Fencing Conference commissioner Damion Jones has announced the confirmation of Stevens Institute of Technology senior Abigail Kaye as the recipient of the league's 11th annual Woman of the Year Award. This prize – implemented to recognize the fencer who best combines the triple standards of success in athletics, excellence in academics, and participation in extracurricular activities – was decided through a postseason vote by the EWFC's eight head coaches.
Kaye, an Electrical Engineering major set to pursue a Master's Degree in Computer Science from Gahanna, Ohio, wrapped up her four seasons as a foil competitor with an impressive 2018 campaign. The team captain for the Ducks became the first three-time EWFC Fencer of the Year in any weapon while also claiming All-Conference honors for the fourth time. She won her second straight title at the NIWFA Championships, took top honors in the Christmas Invitational, and placed 24th at the NCAA Mid-Atlantic/South Regionals as well.
The list of academic highlights for Kaye is topped by her consistent presence on the Dean's List and President's List at Stevens along with earning a FIRST Technology Scholarship. Her extracurricular activities include serving as President of the Chinese Students Association, Fundraising Chair for the Society of Asian Scientists & Engineers, and Community Service Project Fundraiser for the Women Victims of Domestic Violence Safe House, as well as holding membership in the Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers.
Seven student-athletes earning EWFC Woman of the Year honorable mention nods are Johns Hopkins University sophomore Erin Chen (Saber / Molecular & Cellular Biology), Yeshiva University senior Sara Dobkin (Epee / Business), Hunter College senior Jessica Hall (Foil / Media Studies), Vassar College senior Annie Innes-Gold (Saber / Biology), City College of New York senior Anna Kornak (Epee / Chemical Engineering), Drew University junior Caitlin Kotz (Foil / Biochemistry & Molecular Biology), and Haverford College senior Alexandra Morrison (Foil & Saber / Chemistry).
EWFC 2018 WOMAN OF THE YEAR TEAM • OVERALL WINNER
- Abigail Kaye (Stevens Institute of Technology / Foil)
EWFC 2018 WOMAN OF THE YEAR TEAM • HONORABLE MENTION
- Erin Chen (Johns Hopkins University / Saber)
- Sara Dobkin (Yeshiva University / Epee)
- Jessica Hall (Hunter College / Foil)
- Annie Innes-Gold (Vassar College / Saber)
- Anna Kornak (City College of New York / Epee)
- Caitlin Kotz (Drew University / Foil)
- Alexandra Morrison (Haverford College / Foil & Saber)
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference wrapped up its 18th season of competition in February. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2003 championships, Haverford College in 2006, Johns Hopkins University as of 2008, and Vassar College during the 2015 campaign. Stevens won its fifth all-time title, and third in the last four years, with a 7-0 mark in this winter's league matches.
Kaye, an Electrical Engineering major set to pursue a Master's Degree in Computer Science from Gahanna, Ohio, wrapped up her four seasons as a foil competitor with an impressive 2018 campaign. The team captain for the Ducks became the first three-time EWFC Fencer of the Year in any weapon while also claiming All-Conference honors for the fourth time. She won her second straight title at the NIWFA Championships, took top honors in the Christmas Invitational, and placed 24th at the NCAA Mid-Atlantic/South Regionals as well.
The list of academic highlights for Kaye is topped by her consistent presence on the Dean's List and President's List at Stevens along with earning a FIRST Technology Scholarship. Her extracurricular activities include serving as President of the Chinese Students Association, Fundraising Chair for the Society of Asian Scientists & Engineers, and Community Service Project Fundraiser for the Women Victims of Domestic Violence Safe House, as well as holding membership in the Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers.
Seven student-athletes earning EWFC Woman of the Year honorable mention nods are Johns Hopkins University sophomore Erin Chen (Saber / Molecular & Cellular Biology), Yeshiva University senior Sara Dobkin (Epee / Business), Hunter College senior Jessica Hall (Foil / Media Studies), Vassar College senior Annie Innes-Gold (Saber / Biology), City College of New York senior Anna Kornak (Epee / Chemical Engineering), Drew University junior Caitlin Kotz (Foil / Biochemistry & Molecular Biology), and Haverford College senior Alexandra Morrison (Foil & Saber / Chemistry).
EWFC 2018 WOMAN OF THE YEAR TEAM • OVERALL WINNER
- Abigail Kaye (Stevens Institute of Technology / Foil)
EWFC 2018 WOMAN OF THE YEAR TEAM • HONORABLE MENTION
- Erin Chen (Johns Hopkins University / Saber)
- Sara Dobkin (Yeshiva University / Epee)
- Jessica Hall (Hunter College / Foil)
- Annie Innes-Gold (Vassar College / Saber)
- Anna Kornak (City College of New York / Epee)
- Caitlin Kotz (Drew University / Foil)
- Alexandra Morrison (Haverford College / Foil & Saber)
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference wrapped up its 18th season of competition in February. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2003 championships, Haverford College in 2006, Johns Hopkins University as of 2008, and Vassar College during the 2015 campaign. Stevens won its fifth all-time title, and third in the last four years, with a 7-0 mark in this winter's league matches.
EWFC STUDENT-ATHLETES COMPLETE 2018 SEASON
2018 MARCH 11 (HOBOKEN, NJ): The student-athletes of the eight member programs which embody the Eastern Women's Fencing Conference have wrapped up the 2017-18 season by competing in two separate NCAA Regionals that determined the qualifiers for this winter's NCAA National Championships. Drew University, Haverford College, Johns Hopkins University, and Stevens Institute of Technology are assigned to the Mid-Atlantic/South Region while City College of New York, Hunter College, Vassar College, and Yeshiva University are grouped with the Northeast Region.
The Mid-Atlantic/South Regionals were hosted by Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania, and the EWFC's efforts were highlighted by Erin Chen of Johns Hopkins placing 18th and Haverford's Anna Neuheardt coming in 21st in saber, along with Katherine Xiang from JHU ranking 21st and Abigail Kaye of Stevens finishing 24th in foil, as well as Amanda Choy from Stevens taking 26th in epee. And in the Northeast Regionals at Brandeis University in Waltham, Massachusetts, Vassar's Annie Innes-Gold claimed the 12th spot in saber while Anna Kornak of CCNY ended up 16th in epee.
One week earlier the United States Military Academy in West Point, New York, staged the 90th edition of the National Women's Intercollegiate Fencing Association (NIWFA) Championships. EWFC entrants produced one trophy winner and a pair of runners-up as Abigail Kaye from Stevens captured her second career title while Haverford's Hanna Kopits rated fifth in foil, Amanda Choy of Stevens snagged second while JHU's Shaina Morris managed fifth in epee, and Johns Hopkins duo Alicja Tomaszewski garnered second while Erin Chen tied for third in saber.
Six EWFC student-athletes were also recognized via positions on the NIWFA All-Academic Team with foil laurels snapped up by Lydia Segal of Drew; epee plaudits earned by Yeshiva's Sara Dobkin, Julissa Gonzalez from CCNY, and Haverford's Amanda Soled; and saber honors bestowed upon Karen Kong of Stevens and Hunter's Michelle Rangel.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference wound up its 18th season of competition last month. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2003 championships, Haverford College in 2006, Johns Hopkins University as of 2008, and Vassar College during the 2015 campaign. Stevens won its fifth all-time title, and third in the last four years, with a 7-0 mark in this winter's league matches.
The Mid-Atlantic/South Regionals were hosted by Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania, and the EWFC's efforts were highlighted by Erin Chen of Johns Hopkins placing 18th and Haverford's Anna Neuheardt coming in 21st in saber, along with Katherine Xiang from JHU ranking 21st and Abigail Kaye of Stevens finishing 24th in foil, as well as Amanda Choy from Stevens taking 26th in epee. And in the Northeast Regionals at Brandeis University in Waltham, Massachusetts, Vassar's Annie Innes-Gold claimed the 12th spot in saber while Anna Kornak of CCNY ended up 16th in epee.
One week earlier the United States Military Academy in West Point, New York, staged the 90th edition of the National Women's Intercollegiate Fencing Association (NIWFA) Championships. EWFC entrants produced one trophy winner and a pair of runners-up as Abigail Kaye from Stevens captured her second career title while Haverford's Hanna Kopits rated fifth in foil, Amanda Choy of Stevens snagged second while JHU's Shaina Morris managed fifth in epee, and Johns Hopkins duo Alicja Tomaszewski garnered second while Erin Chen tied for third in saber.
Six EWFC student-athletes were also recognized via positions on the NIWFA All-Academic Team with foil laurels snapped up by Lydia Segal of Drew; epee plaudits earned by Yeshiva's Sara Dobkin, Julissa Gonzalez from CCNY, and Haverford's Amanda Soled; and saber honors bestowed upon Karen Kong of Stevens and Hunter's Michelle Rangel.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference wound up its 18th season of competition last month. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2003 championships, Haverford College in 2006, Johns Hopkins University as of 2008, and Vassar College during the 2015 campaign. Stevens won its fifth all-time title, and third in the last four years, with a 7-0 mark in this winter's league matches.
STEVENS RECAPTURES EWFC DUAL MEET TITLE
2018 FEBRUARY 18 (BALTIMORE, MD): Stevens Institute of Technology has won the Eastern Women's Fencing Conference Dual Meet Championship for the third time in the last four years, and fifth overall, which ranks third in league history. The Ducks recaptured the trophy by compiling a 7-0 record in round robin action on the campus of Johns Hopkins University. The seven head-to-head victories for Stevens were recorded against Haverford College 21-6, Vassar College 20-7, Yeshiva University 26-1, Hunter College 23-4, City College of New York 27-0, Drew University 25-2, and titleholders JHU 14-13.
EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP SCORES • 2018 FEBRUARY 18 • BALTIMORE, MD
R1: Hunter 7-20 Drew / Haverford 6-21 Stevens / Vassar 6-21 JHU / Yeshiva 20-7 CCNY
R2: JHU 21-6 Haverford / Drew 21-6 Yeshiva / CCNY 5-22 Hunter / Stevens 20-7 Vassar
R3: Yeshiva 1-26 Stevens / Haverford 24-3 CCNY / Vassar 11-16 Drew / JHU 24-3 Hunter
R4: Vassar 25-2 CCNY / JHU 21-6 Yeshiva / Stevens 23-4 Hunter / Haverford 12-15 Drew
R5: JHU 25-2 Drew / Vassar 17-10 Hunter / Yeshiva 2-25 Haverford / CCNY 0-27 Stevens
R6: Hunter 6-21 Haverford / Drew 2-25 Stevens / CCNY 1-26 JHU / Yeshiva 1-26 Vassar
R7: Stevens 14-13 JHU / Hunter 19-8 Yeshiva / Haverford 13-14 Vassar / Drew 25-2 CCNY
EWFC 2018 DUAL MEET STANDINGS
7-0 Stevens Institute of Technology
6-1 Johns Hopkins University
5-2 Drew University
4-3 Vassar College
3-4 Haverford College
2-5 Hunter College
1-6 Yeshiva University
0-7 City College of New York
When the Dual Meet Championship concluded, the fencers returned to the strips for direct elimination tournaments in each of the three weapons classifications in order to determine this season's EWFC All-Conference Teams, consisting of nine student-athletes apiece in foil, epee, and saber. This marks the fourth time the league has staged both its dual meet and individual competitions on the same day and at the same location.
EWFC 2018 DENISE O'CONNOR FOIL FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Abigail Kaye (Stevens Institute of Technology) ****
EWFC 2018 FOIL FIRST TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Lydia Segal (Drew University)
- Katherine Xiang (Johns Hopkins University) **
- Hanna Kopits (Haverford College)
- Allison Urban-Spillane (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
EWFC 2018 FOIL SECOND TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Rebecca Rosenthal (Johns Hopkins University)
- Sophie Blumenstock (Vassar College) ***
- Mirit Rutishauser (Vassar College) ***
- Nicole Strezewski (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
EWFC 2018 DENISE O'CONNOR EPEE FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Amanda Choy (Stevens Institute of Technology) ***
EWFC 2018 EPEE FIRST TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Miranda Rose Hulsey-Vincent (Vassar College) **
- Erin Hatcher (Stevens Institute of Technology) ****
- Julie McEldoon (Stevens Institute of Technology) ***
- Shaina Morris (Johns Hopkins University)
EWFC 2018 EPEE SECOND TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Katie Bradley (Haverford College)
- Claudia West (Drew University) **
- Batsheva Lasky (Yeshiva University)
- Shivani Bisen (Johns Hopkins University)
EWFC 2018 DENISE O'CONNOR SABER FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Erin Chen (Johns Hopkins University) **
EWFC 2018 SABER FIRST TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Rebecca Zhou (Johns Hopkins University)
- Annie Innes-Gold (Vassar College) ***
- Alicja Tomaszewski (Johns Hopkins University) **
- Michelle Drobish (Stevens Institute of Technology) ***
EWFC 2018 SABER SECOND TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Julia Yang (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
- Emily Huber (Drew University)
- Natalya Shcherban (Drew University) **
- Anna Neuheardt (Haverford College) ***
Stevens Institute of Technology claimed the Coaching Staff of the Year award while Yeshiva University earned the Roi Green Memorial Team Spirit Award. Weapons classification titles based on detailed team results were also handed out for the eighth straight season. Johns Hopkins University collected the Top Foil Squad and Top Saber Squad plaques while Stevens Institute of Technology picked up the prize for Top Epee Squad.
EWFC 2018 EWFC COACHING STAFF OF THE YEAR
- Stevens Institute of Technology
EWFC 2018 ROI GREEN TEAM SPIRIT AWARD WINNERS
- Yeshiva University
EWFC 2018 TOP FOIL SQUAD
- Johns Hopkins University
EWFC 2018 TOP EPEE SQUAD
- Stevens Institute of Technology
EWFC 2018 TOP SABER SQUAD
- Johns Hopkins University
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is currently closing out its 18th year of competition. League charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University ahead of the 2003 championships, Haverford College during the 2006 season, Johns Hopkins University in the winter of 2008, and Vassar College as of the 2015 campaign.
EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP SCORES • 2018 FEBRUARY 18 • BALTIMORE, MD
R1: Hunter 7-20 Drew / Haverford 6-21 Stevens / Vassar 6-21 JHU / Yeshiva 20-7 CCNY
R2: JHU 21-6 Haverford / Drew 21-6 Yeshiva / CCNY 5-22 Hunter / Stevens 20-7 Vassar
R3: Yeshiva 1-26 Stevens / Haverford 24-3 CCNY / Vassar 11-16 Drew / JHU 24-3 Hunter
R4: Vassar 25-2 CCNY / JHU 21-6 Yeshiva / Stevens 23-4 Hunter / Haverford 12-15 Drew
R5: JHU 25-2 Drew / Vassar 17-10 Hunter / Yeshiva 2-25 Haverford / CCNY 0-27 Stevens
R6: Hunter 6-21 Haverford / Drew 2-25 Stevens / CCNY 1-26 JHU / Yeshiva 1-26 Vassar
R7: Stevens 14-13 JHU / Hunter 19-8 Yeshiva / Haverford 13-14 Vassar / Drew 25-2 CCNY
EWFC 2018 DUAL MEET STANDINGS
7-0 Stevens Institute of Technology
6-1 Johns Hopkins University
5-2 Drew University
4-3 Vassar College
3-4 Haverford College
2-5 Hunter College
1-6 Yeshiva University
0-7 City College of New York
When the Dual Meet Championship concluded, the fencers returned to the strips for direct elimination tournaments in each of the three weapons classifications in order to determine this season's EWFC All-Conference Teams, consisting of nine student-athletes apiece in foil, epee, and saber. This marks the fourth time the league has staged both its dual meet and individual competitions on the same day and at the same location.
EWFC 2018 DENISE O'CONNOR FOIL FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Abigail Kaye (Stevens Institute of Technology) ****
EWFC 2018 FOIL FIRST TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Lydia Segal (Drew University)
- Katherine Xiang (Johns Hopkins University) **
- Hanna Kopits (Haverford College)
- Allison Urban-Spillane (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
EWFC 2018 FOIL SECOND TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Rebecca Rosenthal (Johns Hopkins University)
- Sophie Blumenstock (Vassar College) ***
- Mirit Rutishauser (Vassar College) ***
- Nicole Strezewski (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
EWFC 2018 DENISE O'CONNOR EPEE FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Amanda Choy (Stevens Institute of Technology) ***
EWFC 2018 EPEE FIRST TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Miranda Rose Hulsey-Vincent (Vassar College) **
- Erin Hatcher (Stevens Institute of Technology) ****
- Julie McEldoon (Stevens Institute of Technology) ***
- Shaina Morris (Johns Hopkins University)
EWFC 2018 EPEE SECOND TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Katie Bradley (Haverford College)
- Claudia West (Drew University) **
- Batsheva Lasky (Yeshiva University)
- Shivani Bisen (Johns Hopkins University)
EWFC 2018 DENISE O'CONNOR SABER FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Erin Chen (Johns Hopkins University) **
EWFC 2018 SABER FIRST TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Rebecca Zhou (Johns Hopkins University)
- Annie Innes-Gold (Vassar College) ***
- Alicja Tomaszewski (Johns Hopkins University) **
- Michelle Drobish (Stevens Institute of Technology) ***
EWFC 2018 SABER SECOND TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Julia Yang (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
- Emily Huber (Drew University)
- Natalya Shcherban (Drew University) **
- Anna Neuheardt (Haverford College) ***
Stevens Institute of Technology claimed the Coaching Staff of the Year award while Yeshiva University earned the Roi Green Memorial Team Spirit Award. Weapons classification titles based on detailed team results were also handed out for the eighth straight season. Johns Hopkins University collected the Top Foil Squad and Top Saber Squad plaques while Stevens Institute of Technology picked up the prize for Top Epee Squad.
EWFC 2018 EWFC COACHING STAFF OF THE YEAR
- Stevens Institute of Technology
EWFC 2018 ROI GREEN TEAM SPIRIT AWARD WINNERS
- Yeshiva University
EWFC 2018 TOP FOIL SQUAD
- Johns Hopkins University
EWFC 2018 TOP EPEE SQUAD
- Stevens Institute of Technology
EWFC 2018 TOP SABER SQUAD
- Johns Hopkins University
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is currently closing out its 18th year of competition. League charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University ahead of the 2003 championships, Haverford College during the 2006 season, Johns Hopkins University in the winter of 2008, and Vassar College as of the 2015 campaign.
JHU TO HOST 2018 EWFC CHAMPIONSHIPS
The 2018 EWFC Dual Meet & Individual Championships are scheduled for Sunday, February 18, 2018, at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland. This will be the second occasion for the defending champion Blue Jays to host this event, after previously doing so for the first time in 2013.
WATKIS PROCLAIMED 2017 EWFC WOMAN OF THE YEAR
2017 MAY 04 (HOBOKEN, NJ): Eastern Women's Fencing Conference commissioner Damion Jones has announced that City College of New York senior Judine Watkis has been chosen as the winner of the league's tenth Woman of the Year Award. This prize -- implemented to annually recognize the fencer who best combines the triple standards of success in athletics, excellence in academics, and participation in extracurricular activities -- was decided through a postseason vote by the EWFC's eight head coaches.
Watkis, a Psychology major and Theater minor from Brooklyn, NY, closed out her four seasons as an epee competitor with a stellar 2017 campaign. The team leader for the Beavers is a four-time All-Conference honoree, claiming First Team accolades once, and garnering Second Team laurels in her other three years. She posted a 16-3 mark at this winter's EWFC Dual Meet Championship, advanced to the quarterfinal round of the EWFC Individual Tournament, and took third place at the NIWFA Championships.
Watkis is one of the only fencers to ever earn Academic All-NIWFA distinction in each of her four seasons of eligibility. She was a mainstay on the Dean's List and Athletic-Academic Honor Roll at CCNY as well as a member of the Golden Key Honor Society. Her extracurricular activities include the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, campus radio station, Black Student Union, faith-based student organization Women In Islam, Competitive Double Dutch, and coaching youth in both rope skipping and fencing.
Seven student-athletes earning EWFC Woman of the Year honorable mention nods are Haverford University senior Amira Abujbara (Foil / English), Yeshiva University senior Jamie Baum (Epee / Psychology), Hunter College senior Jessica Chen (Saber / Community Health Education), Johns Hopkins University senior Katherine Couch (Epee / Public Health Studies), Stevens Institute of Technology junior Abigail Kaye (Foil / Electrical Engineering), Drew University sophomore Caitlin Kotz (Foil / Biochemistry & Molecular Biology), and Vassar College senior Olivia Weiss (Epee / History).
EWFC 2017 WOMAN OF THE YEAR TEAM • OVERALL WINNER
- Judine Watkis (City College of New York / Epee)
EWFC 2017 WOMAN OF THE YEAR TEAM • HONORABLE MENTION
- Amira Abujbara (Haverford College / Foil)
- Jamie Baum (Yeshiva University / Epee)
- Jessica Chen (Hunter College / Saber)
- Katherine Couch (Johns Hopkins University / Epee)
- Abigail Kaye (Stevens Institute of Technology / Foil)
- Caitlin Kotz (Drew University / Foil)
- Olivia Weiss (Vassar College / Epee)
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference wrapped up its 17th season of competition in February. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2003 championships, Haverford College in 2006, Johns Hopkins University as of 2008, and Vassar College during the 2015 campaign. JHU won its record-tying sixth all-time title, and first in three years, with a 7-0 mark during this winter's league matches.
Watkis, a Psychology major and Theater minor from Brooklyn, NY, closed out her four seasons as an epee competitor with a stellar 2017 campaign. The team leader for the Beavers is a four-time All-Conference honoree, claiming First Team accolades once, and garnering Second Team laurels in her other three years. She posted a 16-3 mark at this winter's EWFC Dual Meet Championship, advanced to the quarterfinal round of the EWFC Individual Tournament, and took third place at the NIWFA Championships.
Watkis is one of the only fencers to ever earn Academic All-NIWFA distinction in each of her four seasons of eligibility. She was a mainstay on the Dean's List and Athletic-Academic Honor Roll at CCNY as well as a member of the Golden Key Honor Society. Her extracurricular activities include the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, campus radio station, Black Student Union, faith-based student organization Women In Islam, Competitive Double Dutch, and coaching youth in both rope skipping and fencing.
Seven student-athletes earning EWFC Woman of the Year honorable mention nods are Haverford University senior Amira Abujbara (Foil / English), Yeshiva University senior Jamie Baum (Epee / Psychology), Hunter College senior Jessica Chen (Saber / Community Health Education), Johns Hopkins University senior Katherine Couch (Epee / Public Health Studies), Stevens Institute of Technology junior Abigail Kaye (Foil / Electrical Engineering), Drew University sophomore Caitlin Kotz (Foil / Biochemistry & Molecular Biology), and Vassar College senior Olivia Weiss (Epee / History).
EWFC 2017 WOMAN OF THE YEAR TEAM • OVERALL WINNER
- Judine Watkis (City College of New York / Epee)
EWFC 2017 WOMAN OF THE YEAR TEAM • HONORABLE MENTION
- Amira Abujbara (Haverford College / Foil)
- Jamie Baum (Yeshiva University / Epee)
- Jessica Chen (Hunter College / Saber)
- Katherine Couch (Johns Hopkins University / Epee)
- Abigail Kaye (Stevens Institute of Technology / Foil)
- Caitlin Kotz (Drew University / Foil)
- Olivia Weiss (Vassar College / Epee)
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference wrapped up its 17th season of competition in February. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2003 championships, Haverford College in 2006, Johns Hopkins University as of 2008, and Vassar College during the 2015 campaign. JHU won its record-tying sixth all-time title, and first in three years, with a 7-0 mark during this winter's league matches.
EWFC STUDENT-ATHLETES WIND UP 2017 CAMPAIGN
2017 MARCH 12 (HOBOKEN, NJ): The student-athletes from the eight member programs that comprise the Eastern Women's Fencing Conference have wrapped up the 2016-17 season by participating in two different NCAA Regionals which picked the qualifiers for the NCAA National Championships. Drew University, Haverford College, Johns Hopkins University, and Stevens Institute of Technology are aligned with the Mid-Atlantic/South Region, while City College of New York, Hunter College, Vassar College, and Yeshiva University are slotted into the Northeast Region.
The Mid-Atlantic/South Regionals took place at Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania, where the EWFC's performance was led by a finish of eighth place in saber for Erin Chen of JHU while teammate Alicja Tomaszewski ranked 24th, with Drew's Marina Hahn taking 23rd in epee, and Abigail Kaye from Stevens coming in 24th in foil. The Northeast Regionals were held at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut, and saw Vassar's Annie Innes-Gold place 18th in saber while Olivia Weiss claimed 25th and Miranda Rose Hulsey-Vincent ended up 27th in epee.
The previous weekend set the 89th annual National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association (NIWFA) Championships under the spotlight at the United States Military Academy in West Point, New York. JHU's Chen snagged the EWFC's seventh all-time individual title at the event when she topped the podium in saber while Michelle Drobish of Stevens stood just one rung below in the second spot, with Kaye bagging runner-up honors for Stevens in foil, and Judine Watkis from CCNY grabing third while Katherine Couch of JHU took fifth in epee.
Seven EWFC student-athletes also received recognition on the NIWFA All-Academic Team, with foil accolades claimed by Amira Abujbara from Haverford and Nili Greenburg of Yeshiva, while epee distinction went to Tess Urtubia from Stevens, Judine Watkis of CCNY, and Nastasia Winey from Drew, with saber merits earned by Lianne Doctor of Hunter and Natalya Shcherban from Drew.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference wound up its 17th season of competition last month. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2003 championships, Haverford College in 2006, Johns Hopkins University as of 2008, and Vassar College during the 2015 campaign. JHU won its record-tying sixth team title, all coming in the last eight years, with a 7-0 mark in this winter's league matches.
The Mid-Atlantic/South Regionals took place at Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania, where the EWFC's performance was led by a finish of eighth place in saber for Erin Chen of JHU while teammate Alicja Tomaszewski ranked 24th, with Drew's Marina Hahn taking 23rd in epee, and Abigail Kaye from Stevens coming in 24th in foil. The Northeast Regionals were held at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut, and saw Vassar's Annie Innes-Gold place 18th in saber while Olivia Weiss claimed 25th and Miranda Rose Hulsey-Vincent ended up 27th in epee.
The previous weekend set the 89th annual National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association (NIWFA) Championships under the spotlight at the United States Military Academy in West Point, New York. JHU's Chen snagged the EWFC's seventh all-time individual title at the event when she topped the podium in saber while Michelle Drobish of Stevens stood just one rung below in the second spot, with Kaye bagging runner-up honors for Stevens in foil, and Judine Watkis from CCNY grabing third while Katherine Couch of JHU took fifth in epee.
Seven EWFC student-athletes also received recognition on the NIWFA All-Academic Team, with foil accolades claimed by Amira Abujbara from Haverford and Nili Greenburg of Yeshiva, while epee distinction went to Tess Urtubia from Stevens, Judine Watkis of CCNY, and Nastasia Winey from Drew, with saber merits earned by Lianne Doctor of Hunter and Natalya Shcherban from Drew.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference wound up its 17th season of competition last month. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2003 championships, Haverford College in 2006, Johns Hopkins University as of 2008, and Vassar College during the 2015 campaign. JHU won its record-tying sixth team title, all coming in the last eight years, with a 7-0 mark in this winter's league matches.
JHU CORRALS SIXTH EWFC DUAL MEET TROPHY
2017 FEBRUARY 19 (POUGHKEEPSIE, NY): Johns Hopkins University has reclaimed the Eastern Women's Fencing Conference Dual Meet Championship after two years, earning the program's sixth overall title, a mark which is tied for most in league history (alongside fellow six-time winners Drew University). The Blue Jays returned to the top of the table by tallying a 7-0 record in round robin competition on the campus of Vassar College. JHU defeated Yeshiva University 26-1, Stevens Institute of Technology 16-11, Hunter College 26-1, Drew 20-7, City College of New York 23-4, Haverford College 23-4, and Vassar 15-12.
EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP SCORES • 2017 FEBRUARY 19 • POUGHKEEPSIE, NY
R1: Drew 14-13 Vassar / CCNY 7-20 Haverford / Yeshiva 1-26 JHU / Hunter 0-27 SIT
R2: Vassar 18-9 Haverford / JHU 16-11 SIT / Yeshiva 13-14 Hunter / CCNY 2-25 Drew
R3: CCNY 4-23 Vassar / SIT 22-5 Yeshiva / Drew 18-9 Haverford / Hunter 1-26 JHU
R4: Vassar 26-1 Yeshiva / Haverford 21-6 Hunter / SIT 24-3 CCNY / Drew 7-20 JHU
R5: Hunter 4-23 Vassar / JHU 23-4 CCNY / SIT 24-3 Drew / Haverford 21-6 Yeshiva
R6: Vassar 11-16 SIT / Drew 22-5 Hunter / Haverford 4-23 JHU / CCNY 15-12 Yeshiva
R7: JHU 15-12 Vassar / Yeshiva 4-23 Drew / Hunter 13-14 CCNY / SIT 22-5 Haverford
EWFC 2017 DUAL MEET STANDINGS
7-0 Johns Hopkins University
6-1 Stevens Institute of Technology
5-2 Drew University
4-3 Vassar College
3-4 Haverford College
2-5 City College of New York
1-6 Hunter College
0-7 Yeshiva University
Once the Dual Meet Championship was decided, the fencers returned to the strips for direct elimination tournaments in each of the three weapons classifications in order to determine this season's EWFC All-Conference Teams, consisting of nine student-athletes apiece in foil, epee, and saber. This marks the third time the league has held both its Dual Meet and Individual Tournaments on the same day and at the same location.
EWFC 2017 FOIL FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Abigail Kaye (Stevens Institute of Technology) ***
EWFC 2017 FOIL FIRST TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Allison Urban-Spillane (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Elsa Stoff (Vassar College)
- Sophie Blumenstock (Vassar College) **
- Katherine Xiang (Johns Hopkins University)
EWFC 2017 FOIL SECOND TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Caitlin Kotz (Drew University) **
- Mirit Rutishauser (Vassar College) **
- Alexandra Morrison (Haverford College)
- Nicole Strezewski (Stevens Institute of Technology)
EWFC 2017 EPEE FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Amanda Choy (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
EWFC 2017 EPEE FIRST TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Celine Shanosky (Johns Hopkins University) **
- Olivia Weiss (Vassar College)
- Julie McEldoon (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
- Katherine Couch (Johns Hopkins University) ****
EWFC 2017 EPEE SECOND TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Judine Watkis (City College of New York) ****
- Miranda Rose Hulsey-Vincent (Vassar College)
- Erin Hatcher (Stevens Institute of Technology) ***
- Claudia West (Drew University)
EWFC 2017 SABER FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Erin Chen (Johns Hopkins University)
EWFC 2017 SABER FIRST TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Annie Innes-Gold (Vassar College) **
- Michelle Drobish (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
- Alicja Tomaszewski (Johns Hopkins University)
- Phoebe Lai (Stevens Institute of Technology)
EWFC 2017 SABER SECOND TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Pearl Sutter (Drew University)
- Shiaomeng Tse (Johns Hopkins University) **
- Anna Neuheardt (Haverford College) **
- Natalya Shcherban (Drew University)
Johns Hopkins University picked up the Coaching Staff of the Year award while Vassar College grabbed the Roi Green Memorial Team Spirit Award. Weapons classification titles based on detailed team results were also given out for the seventh straight season. Stevens Institute of Technology hoisted the Top Foil Squad plaque while Johns Hopkins University garnered the prizes for Top Foil Squad and Top Saber Squad.
EWFC 2017 EWFC COACHING STAFF OF THE YEAR
- Johns Hopkins University
EWFC 2017 EWFC ROI GREEN MEMORIAL TEAM SPIRIT AWARD
- Vassar College
EWFC 2017 TOP FOIL SQUAD
- Stevens Institute of Technology
EWFC 2017 TOP EPEE SQUAD
- Johns Hopkins University
EWFC 2017 TOP SABER SQUAD
- Johns Hopkins University
The coaches and student-athletes from the Eastern Women's Fencing Conference will largely turn their attention to postseason competition now, including the NIWFA Championships and the NCAA Regionals, as the EWFC's eight member teams look to finish the campaign in strong fashion by qualifying for the NCAA National Championships.
EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP SCORES • 2017 FEBRUARY 19 • POUGHKEEPSIE, NY
R1: Drew 14-13 Vassar / CCNY 7-20 Haverford / Yeshiva 1-26 JHU / Hunter 0-27 SIT
R2: Vassar 18-9 Haverford / JHU 16-11 SIT / Yeshiva 13-14 Hunter / CCNY 2-25 Drew
R3: CCNY 4-23 Vassar / SIT 22-5 Yeshiva / Drew 18-9 Haverford / Hunter 1-26 JHU
R4: Vassar 26-1 Yeshiva / Haverford 21-6 Hunter / SIT 24-3 CCNY / Drew 7-20 JHU
R5: Hunter 4-23 Vassar / JHU 23-4 CCNY / SIT 24-3 Drew / Haverford 21-6 Yeshiva
R6: Vassar 11-16 SIT / Drew 22-5 Hunter / Haverford 4-23 JHU / CCNY 15-12 Yeshiva
R7: JHU 15-12 Vassar / Yeshiva 4-23 Drew / Hunter 13-14 CCNY / SIT 22-5 Haverford
EWFC 2017 DUAL MEET STANDINGS
7-0 Johns Hopkins University
6-1 Stevens Institute of Technology
5-2 Drew University
4-3 Vassar College
3-4 Haverford College
2-5 City College of New York
1-6 Hunter College
0-7 Yeshiva University
Once the Dual Meet Championship was decided, the fencers returned to the strips for direct elimination tournaments in each of the three weapons classifications in order to determine this season's EWFC All-Conference Teams, consisting of nine student-athletes apiece in foil, epee, and saber. This marks the third time the league has held both its Dual Meet and Individual Tournaments on the same day and at the same location.
EWFC 2017 FOIL FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Abigail Kaye (Stevens Institute of Technology) ***
EWFC 2017 FOIL FIRST TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Allison Urban-Spillane (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Elsa Stoff (Vassar College)
- Sophie Blumenstock (Vassar College) **
- Katherine Xiang (Johns Hopkins University)
EWFC 2017 FOIL SECOND TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Caitlin Kotz (Drew University) **
- Mirit Rutishauser (Vassar College) **
- Alexandra Morrison (Haverford College)
- Nicole Strezewski (Stevens Institute of Technology)
EWFC 2017 EPEE FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Amanda Choy (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
EWFC 2017 EPEE FIRST TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Celine Shanosky (Johns Hopkins University) **
- Olivia Weiss (Vassar College)
- Julie McEldoon (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
- Katherine Couch (Johns Hopkins University) ****
EWFC 2017 EPEE SECOND TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Judine Watkis (City College of New York) ****
- Miranda Rose Hulsey-Vincent (Vassar College)
- Erin Hatcher (Stevens Institute of Technology) ***
- Claudia West (Drew University)
EWFC 2017 SABER FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Erin Chen (Johns Hopkins University)
EWFC 2017 SABER FIRST TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Annie Innes-Gold (Vassar College) **
- Michelle Drobish (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
- Alicja Tomaszewski (Johns Hopkins University)
- Phoebe Lai (Stevens Institute of Technology)
EWFC 2017 SABER SECOND TEAM ALL-CONFERENCE
- Pearl Sutter (Drew University)
- Shiaomeng Tse (Johns Hopkins University) **
- Anna Neuheardt (Haverford College) **
- Natalya Shcherban (Drew University)
Johns Hopkins University picked up the Coaching Staff of the Year award while Vassar College grabbed the Roi Green Memorial Team Spirit Award. Weapons classification titles based on detailed team results were also given out for the seventh straight season. Stevens Institute of Technology hoisted the Top Foil Squad plaque while Johns Hopkins University garnered the prizes for Top Foil Squad and Top Saber Squad.
EWFC 2017 EWFC COACHING STAFF OF THE YEAR
- Johns Hopkins University
EWFC 2017 EWFC ROI GREEN MEMORIAL TEAM SPIRIT AWARD
- Vassar College
EWFC 2017 TOP FOIL SQUAD
- Stevens Institute of Technology
EWFC 2017 TOP EPEE SQUAD
- Johns Hopkins University
EWFC 2017 TOP SABER SQUAD
- Johns Hopkins University
The coaches and student-athletes from the Eastern Women's Fencing Conference will largely turn their attention to postseason competition now, including the NIWFA Championships and the NCAA Regionals, as the EWFC's eight member teams look to finish the campaign in strong fashion by qualifying for the NCAA National Championships.
VASSAR TO STAGE 2017 EWFC CHAMPIONSHIPS
The 2017 EWFC Dual Meet & Individual Championships are scheduled for Sunday, February 19, 2017, at Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, New York. This will be the first occasion for the league's newest team, the Brewers, to stage this event after becoming members before the 2014-15 season.
NIERADKA CHOSEN AS EWFC WOMAN OF THE YEAR
2014 MAY 05 (HOBOKEN, NJ): Eastern Women's Fencing Conference commissioner Damion Jones has announced the selection of Stevens Institute of Technology senior Briana Nieradka as the winner of the league's seventh Woman of the Year award. This prize -- implemented to annually recognize the fencer who best combines the triple standards of excellence in academics, success in athletics, and participation in extracurricular activities -- was decided through a postseason poll of the EWFC's seven head coaches.
Nieradka, an Environmental Engineering major from West Windsor, NJ, culminated her four seasons as an epee competitor with an exemplary 2013-14 campaign. The squad leader for the Ducks garnered EWFC All-Star honors for the fourth consecutive year, accumulated a 15-2 record at the EWFC Dual Meet Championship, placed third at the EWFC Individual Championships, finished third at the NIWFA Championships, and closed out her career by grabbing the 25th spot at the Mid-Atlantic/South Regionals.
Just the sixth epee competitor to claim four EWFC All-Star nods, and the 16th in any of the sport's three weapons over the league's 14 years of history, Nieradka was a First Team choice each winter, earning Fencer of the Year distinction in 2012 and 2013, one of just seven individuals to ever earn that status twice. Her academic merits are highlighted by the President's List and Dean's List. She has also received the Edwin Stevens Scholarship, Edward Bloustein Distinguished Scholarship, and Scholar of Excellence Scholarship.
Six additional student-athletes who have been named to this season's EWFC Woman of the Year honorable mention panel are Yeshiva University senior Gabriela Dobkin (Foil / Biochemistry), Johns Hopkins University senior Jackie Heath (Foil / Chemistry), Drew University sophomore Sarah Silvestri (Saber / Biology), Haverford College senior Sarah Sofia (Epee / Physics & Astronomy), City College of New York senior Grace Tsui (Saber / Biology), and Hunter College senior Monica Yuen (Saber / Emerging Media Studies).
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference finished up its 14th season of matches this winter. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign. Johns Hopkins University battled its way to a fifth straight dual meet title courtesy of a flawless 6-0 record in head-to-head clashes this year.
Nieradka, an Environmental Engineering major from West Windsor, NJ, culminated her four seasons as an epee competitor with an exemplary 2013-14 campaign. The squad leader for the Ducks garnered EWFC All-Star honors for the fourth consecutive year, accumulated a 15-2 record at the EWFC Dual Meet Championship, placed third at the EWFC Individual Championships, finished third at the NIWFA Championships, and closed out her career by grabbing the 25th spot at the Mid-Atlantic/South Regionals.
Just the sixth epee competitor to claim four EWFC All-Star nods, and the 16th in any of the sport's three weapons over the league's 14 years of history, Nieradka was a First Team choice each winter, earning Fencer of the Year distinction in 2012 and 2013, one of just seven individuals to ever earn that status twice. Her academic merits are highlighted by the President's List and Dean's List. She has also received the Edwin Stevens Scholarship, Edward Bloustein Distinguished Scholarship, and Scholar of Excellence Scholarship.
Six additional student-athletes who have been named to this season's EWFC Woman of the Year honorable mention panel are Yeshiva University senior Gabriela Dobkin (Foil / Biochemistry), Johns Hopkins University senior Jackie Heath (Foil / Chemistry), Drew University sophomore Sarah Silvestri (Saber / Biology), Haverford College senior Sarah Sofia (Epee / Physics & Astronomy), City College of New York senior Grace Tsui (Saber / Biology), and Hunter College senior Monica Yuen (Saber / Emerging Media Studies).
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference finished up its 14th season of matches this winter. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign. Johns Hopkins University battled its way to a fifth straight dual meet title courtesy of a flawless 6-0 record in head-to-head clashes this year.
2014 POSTSEASON SUMMARY
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EWFC 2014 ALL-STAR HONORS ANNOUNCED
2014 FEBRUARY 16 (HOBOKEN, NJ): Eastern Women's Fencing Conference commissioner Damion Jones has officially announced the 2013-14 EWFC All-Star Team. The squad consists of 27 student-athletes, nine from each of the three weapons classifications, and was selected based upon performances from the eighth annual EWFC Individual Championships at Stevens Institute of Technology. The league's team awards were also distributed at the conclusion of the day's schedule.
The EWFC Foil Fencer of the Year was Klarissa Armada from City College of New York. Foil First Team All-Stars honors went to Johns Hopkins University duo Rachel Viqueira and Jackie Heath, along with Stevens Institute of Technology tandem Caroleen Chen and Taia Harrison. Foil Second Team All-Star laurels were claimed by Jane Cruz from Stevens Institute of Technology, Haverford College pair Leila Braun and Jessica Poling, and Irene Yenko of Hunter College.
EWFC Epee Fencer of the Year accolades were won by Katherine Couch from Johns Hopkins University. Epee First Team All-Star accolades went to Sarah Sofia of Haverford College, Briana Nieradka from Stevens Institute of Technology, and Johns Hopkins University squadmates Gianna Puzzo and Elizabeth Caris. Epee Second Team All-Star recognition was garnered by City College of New York twosome Anna Kornak and Judine Watkis, along with Stevens Institute of Technology combination Deanna Quackenbush and Rebecca Merrick.
The EWFC Saber Fencer of the Year was Isabella So of Johns Hopkins University. Saber First Team All-Star distinction went to Nazahah Booth from City College of New York, Monica Yuen of Hunter College, Zoe To from Stevens Institute of Technology, and Sarah Silvestri of Drew University. The Saber Second Team All-Stars were Grace Tsui from City College of New York, Barbara Syska of Hunter College, Elisabeth Hawthorne of Haverford College, and Clara Luneke from Stevens Institute of Technology.
EWFC 2013-14 FOIL FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Klarissa Armada (City College of New York) **
EWFC 2013-14 FOIL FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Rachel Viqueira (Johns Hopkins University) **
- Caroleen Chen (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
- Jackie Heath (Johns Hopkins University) ***
- Taia Harrison (Stevens Institute of Technology) ***
EWFC 2013-14 FOIL SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Jane Cruz (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Leila Braun (Haverford College) **
- Jessica Poling (Haverford College) **
- Irene Yenko (Hunter College) **
EWFC 2013-14 EPEE FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Katherine Couch (Johns Hopkins University)
EWFC 2013-14 EPEE FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Sarah Sofia (Haverford College) ***
- Briana Nieradka (Stevens Institute of Technology) ****
- Gianna Puzzo (Johns Hopkins University) ***
- Elizabeth Caris (Johns Hopkins University) **
EWFC 2013-14 EPEE SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Anna Kornak (City College of New York)
- Judine Watkis (City College of New York)
- Deanna Quackenbush (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Rebecca Merrick (Stevens Institute of Technology)
EWFC 2013-14 SABER FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Isabella So (Johns Hopkins University)
EWFC 2013-14 SABER FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Nazahah Booth (City College of New York)
- Monica Yuen (Hunter College) **
- Zoe To (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
- Sarah Silvestri (Drew University) **
EWFC 2013-14 SABER SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Grace Tsui (City College of New York) **
- Barbara Syska (Hunter College)
- Elisabeth Hawthorne (Haverford College)
- Clara Luneke (Stevens Institute of Technology)
EWFC 2013-14 COACHING STAFF OF THE YEAR
- City College of New York
EWFC 2013-14 ROI GREEN MEMORIAL TEAM SPIRIT AWARD
- Yeshiva University
EWFC 2013-14 TOP FOIL SQUAD
- Johns Hopkins University
EWFC 2013-14 TOP EPEE SQUAD
- Stevens Institute of Technology
EWFC 2013-14 TOP SABER SQUAD
- Haverford College
City College of New York picked up the Coaching Staff of the Year award for the third time in school history. Head coach Paul Yuen and his assistants guided the Beavers to a fourth place showing at the EWFC Dual Meet Championship, which was hosted by Hunter College on February 9, en route to garnering sideline plaudits from their primary opponents for the first time since 2008-09.
Yeshiva University topped a league poll to decide the Roi Green Memorial Team Spirit Award for the second time ever. This prize, named in remembrance of the late City College of New York mentor, was established to annually acknowledge the program which best exhibits the ideals of civility in competition, fair play, and sportsmanship he espoused throughout his venerable career.
Separate weapons classification titles, based on overall team results from last weekend's EWFC Dual Meet Championship, were also acknowledged for the fourth consecutive year. Johns Hopkins University took home the Top Foil Squad for the fourth straight time, while Stevens Institute of Technology did likewise with the Top Epee Squad citation. Haverford College was crowned Top Saber Squad.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is currently wrapping up its 14th winter of competition. League charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
The EWFC Foil Fencer of the Year was Klarissa Armada from City College of New York. Foil First Team All-Stars honors went to Johns Hopkins University duo Rachel Viqueira and Jackie Heath, along with Stevens Institute of Technology tandem Caroleen Chen and Taia Harrison. Foil Second Team All-Star laurels were claimed by Jane Cruz from Stevens Institute of Technology, Haverford College pair Leila Braun and Jessica Poling, and Irene Yenko of Hunter College.
EWFC Epee Fencer of the Year accolades were won by Katherine Couch from Johns Hopkins University. Epee First Team All-Star accolades went to Sarah Sofia of Haverford College, Briana Nieradka from Stevens Institute of Technology, and Johns Hopkins University squadmates Gianna Puzzo and Elizabeth Caris. Epee Second Team All-Star recognition was garnered by City College of New York twosome Anna Kornak and Judine Watkis, along with Stevens Institute of Technology combination Deanna Quackenbush and Rebecca Merrick.
The EWFC Saber Fencer of the Year was Isabella So of Johns Hopkins University. Saber First Team All-Star distinction went to Nazahah Booth from City College of New York, Monica Yuen of Hunter College, Zoe To from Stevens Institute of Technology, and Sarah Silvestri of Drew University. The Saber Second Team All-Stars were Grace Tsui from City College of New York, Barbara Syska of Hunter College, Elisabeth Hawthorne of Haverford College, and Clara Luneke from Stevens Institute of Technology.
EWFC 2013-14 FOIL FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Klarissa Armada (City College of New York) **
EWFC 2013-14 FOIL FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Rachel Viqueira (Johns Hopkins University) **
- Caroleen Chen (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
- Jackie Heath (Johns Hopkins University) ***
- Taia Harrison (Stevens Institute of Technology) ***
EWFC 2013-14 FOIL SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Jane Cruz (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Leila Braun (Haverford College) **
- Jessica Poling (Haverford College) **
- Irene Yenko (Hunter College) **
EWFC 2013-14 EPEE FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Katherine Couch (Johns Hopkins University)
EWFC 2013-14 EPEE FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Sarah Sofia (Haverford College) ***
- Briana Nieradka (Stevens Institute of Technology) ****
- Gianna Puzzo (Johns Hopkins University) ***
- Elizabeth Caris (Johns Hopkins University) **
EWFC 2013-14 EPEE SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Anna Kornak (City College of New York)
- Judine Watkis (City College of New York)
- Deanna Quackenbush (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Rebecca Merrick (Stevens Institute of Technology)
EWFC 2013-14 SABER FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Isabella So (Johns Hopkins University)
EWFC 2013-14 SABER FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Nazahah Booth (City College of New York)
- Monica Yuen (Hunter College) **
- Zoe To (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
- Sarah Silvestri (Drew University) **
EWFC 2013-14 SABER SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Grace Tsui (City College of New York) **
- Barbara Syska (Hunter College)
- Elisabeth Hawthorne (Haverford College)
- Clara Luneke (Stevens Institute of Technology)
EWFC 2013-14 COACHING STAFF OF THE YEAR
- City College of New York
EWFC 2013-14 ROI GREEN MEMORIAL TEAM SPIRIT AWARD
- Yeshiva University
EWFC 2013-14 TOP FOIL SQUAD
- Johns Hopkins University
EWFC 2013-14 TOP EPEE SQUAD
- Stevens Institute of Technology
EWFC 2013-14 TOP SABER SQUAD
- Haverford College
City College of New York picked up the Coaching Staff of the Year award for the third time in school history. Head coach Paul Yuen and his assistants guided the Beavers to a fourth place showing at the EWFC Dual Meet Championship, which was hosted by Hunter College on February 9, en route to garnering sideline plaudits from their primary opponents for the first time since 2008-09.
Yeshiva University topped a league poll to decide the Roi Green Memorial Team Spirit Award for the second time ever. This prize, named in remembrance of the late City College of New York mentor, was established to annually acknowledge the program which best exhibits the ideals of civility in competition, fair play, and sportsmanship he espoused throughout his venerable career.
Separate weapons classification titles, based on overall team results from last weekend's EWFC Dual Meet Championship, were also acknowledged for the fourth consecutive year. Johns Hopkins University took home the Top Foil Squad for the fourth straight time, while Stevens Institute of Technology did likewise with the Top Epee Squad citation. Haverford College was crowned Top Saber Squad.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is currently wrapping up its 14th winter of competition. League charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
JHU CLAIMS FIFTH TITLE IN A ROW
2014 FEBRUARY 09 (NEW YORK, NY): Johns Hopkins University has won the Eastern Women's Fencing Conference Dual Meet championship for the fifth year in a row, after accumulating a 6-0 record in Sunday's tournament on the campus of Hunter College. The Blue Jays defeated the hosts 25-2, Yeshiva University 27-0, Drew University 24-3, City College of New York 18-9, Haverford College 15-12, and Stevens Institute of Technology 16-11. JHU has gone undefeated in 30 EWFC dual meets over the last five seasons, and holds a 31-match league winning streak dating back to 2009, the longest such stretch in the conference's history.
EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP SCORES • 2014 FEBRUARY 09 • NEW YORK, NY
R1: JHU 25-2 Hunter / SIT 24-3 Drew / CCNY 25-2 Yeshiva
R2: Haverford 25-2 Drew / JHU 27-0 Yeshiva / SIT 21-6 Hunter
R3: CCNY 22-5 Hunter / SIT 15-12 Haverford / JHU 24-3 Drew
R4: SIT 24-3 Yeshiva / JHU 18-9 CCNY / Haverford 18-9 Hunter
R5: JHU 15-12 Haverford / Hunter 19-8 Yeshiva / CCNY 25-2 Drew
R6: Yeshiva 17-10 Drew / Haverford 18-9 CCNY / JHU 16-11 SIT
R7: SIT 18-9 CCNY / Hunter 19-8 Drew / Haverford 26-1 Yeshiva
FINAL TEAM STANDINGS FROM 2013-14 EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP
6-0: Johns Hopkins University
5-1: Stevens Institute of Technology
4-2: Haverford College
3-3: City College of New York
2-4: Hunter College
1-5: Yeshiva University
0-6: Drew University
The EWFC is also conferring separate weapons classification titles for the fourth winter in succession. Johns Hopkins University claimed Top Foil Squad recognition, Stevens Institute of Technology emerged as the Top Epee Squad for the fourth straight season, and Haverford College nabbed Top Saber Squad laurels for the first time ever. The Eastern Women’s Fencing Conference is now in its 14th season of competition. The league’s seven programs will meet on the strips again next week, as Stevens Institute of Technology hosts the EWFC Individual Championships in Hoboken, NJ. All-Conference honors will be bestowed at day’s end.
EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP SCORES • 2014 FEBRUARY 09 • NEW YORK, NY
R1: JHU 25-2 Hunter / SIT 24-3 Drew / CCNY 25-2 Yeshiva
R2: Haverford 25-2 Drew / JHU 27-0 Yeshiva / SIT 21-6 Hunter
R3: CCNY 22-5 Hunter / SIT 15-12 Haverford / JHU 24-3 Drew
R4: SIT 24-3 Yeshiva / JHU 18-9 CCNY / Haverford 18-9 Hunter
R5: JHU 15-12 Haverford / Hunter 19-8 Yeshiva / CCNY 25-2 Drew
R6: Yeshiva 17-10 Drew / Haverford 18-9 CCNY / JHU 16-11 SIT
R7: SIT 18-9 CCNY / Hunter 19-8 Drew / Haverford 26-1 Yeshiva
FINAL TEAM STANDINGS FROM 2013-14 EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP
6-0: Johns Hopkins University
5-1: Stevens Institute of Technology
4-2: Haverford College
3-3: City College of New York
2-4: Hunter College
1-5: Yeshiva University
0-6: Drew University
The EWFC is also conferring separate weapons classification titles for the fourth winter in succession. Johns Hopkins University claimed Top Foil Squad recognition, Stevens Institute of Technology emerged as the Top Epee Squad for the fourth straight season, and Haverford College nabbed Top Saber Squad laurels for the first time ever. The Eastern Women’s Fencing Conference is now in its 14th season of competition. The league’s seven programs will meet on the strips again next week, as Stevens Institute of Technology hosts the EWFC Individual Championships in Hoboken, NJ. All-Conference honors will be bestowed at day’s end.
EWFC 2014 CHAMPIONSHIP INFORMATION
EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP
2014 FEBRUARY 09
10:00 AM
HUNTER COLLEGE
(NEW YORK, NY)
EWFC INDIVIDUAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
2014 FEBRUARY 16
10:00 AM
STEVENS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
(HOBOKEN, NJ)
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is in its 14th year of competition in 2013-14. We look forward to presenting a great championship schedule.
2014 FEBRUARY 09
10:00 AM
HUNTER COLLEGE
(NEW YORK, NY)
EWFC INDIVIDUAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
2014 FEBRUARY 16
10:00 AM
STEVENS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
(HOBOKEN, NJ)
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is in its 14th year of competition in 2013-14. We look forward to presenting a great championship schedule.
TURALSKI DECLARED 2013 WOMAN OF THE YEAR
JULIET TURALSKI
2013 APRIL 30 / HOBOKEN, NJ: Eastern Women's Fencing Conference commissioner Damion Jones has announced the selection of Stevens Institute of Technology senior Juliet Turalski as the winner of the league's sixth Woman of the Year award. This prize -- implemented to annually recognize the fencer who best combines the triple standards of excellence in academics, success in athletics, and participation in extracurricular activities -- was decided through a postseason poll of the EWFC's seven head coaches.
Turalski, a Literature & Communication double major from Maplewood, NJ, culminated her four seasons as a saber competitor with a laudable 2012-13 campaign. The squad leader for the Ducks garnered EWFC All-Star honors for the fourth consecutive year, accumulated a 15-1 record at the EWFC Dual Meet Championship, placed second at the EWFC Individual Championships, finished second at the NIWFA Championships, and closed out her endeavors by grabbing the 18th spot at the Mid-Atlantic/South Regionals.
Just the fourth saber fencer to claim four EWFC All-Star nods, and the 15th in any of the sport's three weapons over the league's 13 years of history, Turalski was a First Team choice each winter. Her academic merits are highlighted by placement on the President's List and Dean's List. She received a Civic Engagement Award in 2012, a New Jersey Governor's Volunteer Recognition Certificate for clean-up efforts after Hurricane Irene in 2011, and also went on a pair of Mustard Seed Communities missions to Nicaragua.
Six additional student-athletes who have been named to this season's EWFC Woman of the Year honorable mention panel are Haverford College junior Katie Elbert (Foil / Chemistry), Johns Hopkins University junior Jackie Heath (Foil / Chemistry), Hunter College senior Samantha Li (Epee / Biochemistry), Drew University freshman Sarah Silvestri (Saber / Biology), City College of New York junior Grace Tsui (Saber / Biology), and Yeshiva University junior Julie Weindruch (Foil / Psychology & Neuroscience).
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference finished up its 13th season of matches this winter. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign. Johns Hopkins University battled its way to a fourth straight dual meet title courtesy of a flawless 6-0 record in head-to-head clashes this year.
Turalski, a Literature & Communication double major from Maplewood, NJ, culminated her four seasons as a saber competitor with a laudable 2012-13 campaign. The squad leader for the Ducks garnered EWFC All-Star honors for the fourth consecutive year, accumulated a 15-1 record at the EWFC Dual Meet Championship, placed second at the EWFC Individual Championships, finished second at the NIWFA Championships, and closed out her endeavors by grabbing the 18th spot at the Mid-Atlantic/South Regionals.
Just the fourth saber fencer to claim four EWFC All-Star nods, and the 15th in any of the sport's three weapons over the league's 13 years of history, Turalski was a First Team choice each winter. Her academic merits are highlighted by placement on the President's List and Dean's List. She received a Civic Engagement Award in 2012, a New Jersey Governor's Volunteer Recognition Certificate for clean-up efforts after Hurricane Irene in 2011, and also went on a pair of Mustard Seed Communities missions to Nicaragua.
Six additional student-athletes who have been named to this season's EWFC Woman of the Year honorable mention panel are Haverford College junior Katie Elbert (Foil / Chemistry), Johns Hopkins University junior Jackie Heath (Foil / Chemistry), Hunter College senior Samantha Li (Epee / Biochemistry), Drew University freshman Sarah Silvestri (Saber / Biology), City College of New York junior Grace Tsui (Saber / Biology), and Yeshiva University junior Julie Weindruch (Foil / Psychology & Neuroscience).
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference finished up its 13th season of matches this winter. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign. Johns Hopkins University battled its way to a fourth straight dual meet title courtesy of a flawless 6-0 record in head-to-head clashes this year.
NIWFA NAMES 2013 ACADEMIC TEAM
MONICA YUEN
2013 MARCH 17 / BROOKLYN, NY: The National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association has publicized its 2012-13 Academic All-NIWFA Team, with six representatives from the Eastern Women's Fencing Conference listed among the 16 selections. Each institution in the NIWFA may nominate one individual for this award per year.
EWFC student-athletes chosen this season are Klarissa Armada (Foil / City College of New York), Melissa Mascarenhas (Foil / Drew University), Kayla Ross (Epee / Yeshiva University), Chelsea Shupe (Saber / Stevens Institute of Technology), Sarah Sofia (Epee / Haverford College), and Monica Yuen (Saber / Hunter College).
All seven EWFC programs have also enjoyed membership in the National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association, the country's oldest and biggest league, which was founded in 1929 largely through the efforts of the legendary National Champion, United States Olympian, and eventual long-serving head coach at Hunter College, Julia Jones.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is in its 13th winter of existence. Founding partners City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University in 2007-08.
EWFC student-athletes chosen this season are Klarissa Armada (Foil / City College of New York), Melissa Mascarenhas (Foil / Drew University), Kayla Ross (Epee / Yeshiva University), Chelsea Shupe (Saber / Stevens Institute of Technology), Sarah Sofia (Epee / Haverford College), and Monica Yuen (Saber / Hunter College).
All seven EWFC programs have also enjoyed membership in the National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association, the country's oldest and biggest league, which was founded in 1929 largely through the efforts of the legendary National Champion, United States Olympian, and eventual long-serving head coach at Hunter College, Julia Jones.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is in its 13th winter of existence. Founding partners City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University in 2007-08.
EWFC REPRESENTATIVES GO TO REGIONALS
RACHEL VIQUEIRA
2013 MARCH 10 / EASTON, PA: EWFC Foil Fencer of the Year Rachel Viqueira of Johns Hopkins University and two-time EWFC Epee Fencer of the Year Briana Nieradka from Stevens Institute of Technology have both placed 17th at the 2013 Mid-Atlantic/South Regionals. The best performers in this weekend's four events qualify for the NCAA National Championships.
Two other Eastern Women's Fencing Conference foil representatives made the Top 20 at Lafayette College, with Ashley Lau of Johns Hopkins University finishing 19th, and Caroleen Chen from Stevens Institute of Technology taking 20th. Gianna Puzzo of Johns Hopkins University ranked 23rd in epee, while Krystal Perkins from Stevens Institute of Technology was 25th.
Juliet Turalski from Stevens Institute of Technology posted a showing of 18th in saber, leading the league's slashers for the second straight season, while Isabella So of Johns Hopkins University wound up next in the 19th slot, Rachel Kalina from Johns Hopkins University claimed the 22nd position, and Francesca Behling of Haverford College snagged 23rd on the chart.
Stevens Institute of Technology, Johns Hopkins University, Haverford College, and Drew University are all classified into the Mid-Atlantic/South Region by the NCAA. On the other hand, the three remaining EWFC teams -- City College of New York, Hunter College, and Yeshiva University -- compete in the Northeast Region, whose tournament was held at St. John's University.
Wynne Van Der Veen from City College of New York was the leading EWFC foil contender there, as she nailed down 21st place, while squadmate Klarissa Armada took 33rd. The epee group was paced by Megan Desir of Hunter College in the 45th spot. Grace Tsui from City College of New York clinched 33rd in saber, followed by Monica Yuen of Hunter College at 35th.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is tying up its 13th winter of competition. League charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
Two other Eastern Women's Fencing Conference foil representatives made the Top 20 at Lafayette College, with Ashley Lau of Johns Hopkins University finishing 19th, and Caroleen Chen from Stevens Institute of Technology taking 20th. Gianna Puzzo of Johns Hopkins University ranked 23rd in epee, while Krystal Perkins from Stevens Institute of Technology was 25th.
Juliet Turalski from Stevens Institute of Technology posted a showing of 18th in saber, leading the league's slashers for the second straight season, while Isabella So of Johns Hopkins University wound up next in the 19th slot, Rachel Kalina from Johns Hopkins University claimed the 22nd position, and Francesca Behling of Haverford College snagged 23rd on the chart.
Stevens Institute of Technology, Johns Hopkins University, Haverford College, and Drew University are all classified into the Mid-Atlantic/South Region by the NCAA. On the other hand, the three remaining EWFC teams -- City College of New York, Hunter College, and Yeshiva University -- compete in the Northeast Region, whose tournament was held at St. John's University.
Wynne Van Der Veen from City College of New York was the leading EWFC foil contender there, as she nailed down 21st place, while squadmate Klarissa Armada took 33rd. The epee group was paced by Megan Desir of Hunter College in the 45th spot. Grace Tsui from City College of New York clinched 33rd in saber, followed by Monica Yuen of Hunter College at 35th.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is tying up its 13th winter of competition. League charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
TURALSKI & CHEN SCORE NIWFA MEDALS
CAROLEEN CHEN
2013 MARCH 03 / SWARTHMORE, PA: Juliet Turalski from Stevens institute of Technology has collected a silver medal in saber at the 2013 NIWFA Championships, her second consecutive runner-up showing at this tournament, meaning EWFC representatives have now finished in the number two position 10 times in the competition's history.
Following her on the saber list at Swarthmore College were Shannon Horn of Haverford College in fourth place and Stevens Institute of Technology squadmate Zoe To in the eighth spot. The league's epee entrants were led by Krystal Perkins from Stevens Institute of Technology in fourth place and Juliana Petersen of Haverford College in sixth.
Caroleen Chen from Stevens Institute of Technology grabbed a bronze medal by ranking third in the foil category. Right on her heels were Katie Elbert of Haverford College, who took fourth, and Klarissa Armada from City College of New York, who rated fifth. Wynne Van Der Veen from City College of New York closed out the day in seventh.
All seven conference teams have also enjoyed membership in the National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association, the country's oldest and biggest league, which was founded in 1929 largely through the efforts of the legendary National Champion, United States Olympian, and eventual long-serving head coach at Hunter College, Julia Jones.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is in its 13th winter of existence. Founding partners City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University in 2007-08.
Following her on the saber list at Swarthmore College were Shannon Horn of Haverford College in fourth place and Stevens Institute of Technology squadmate Zoe To in the eighth spot. The league's epee entrants were led by Krystal Perkins from Stevens Institute of Technology in fourth place and Juliana Petersen of Haverford College in sixth.
Caroleen Chen from Stevens Institute of Technology grabbed a bronze medal by ranking third in the foil category. Right on her heels were Katie Elbert of Haverford College, who took fourth, and Klarissa Armada from City College of New York, who rated fifth. Wynne Van Der Veen from City College of New York closed out the day in seventh.
All seven conference teams have also enjoyed membership in the National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association, the country's oldest and biggest league, which was founded in 1929 largely through the efforts of the legendary National Champion, United States Olympian, and eventual long-serving head coach at Hunter College, Julia Jones.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is in its 13th winter of existence. Founding partners City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University in 2007-08.
EWFC 2013 ALL-STAR HONORS ANNOUNCED
BRIANA NIERADKA
2013 FEBRUARY 17 / HOBOKEN, NJ: Eastern Women's Fencing Conference commissioner Damion Jones has officially announced the 2012-13 EWFC All-Star Team. The squad consists of 27 student-athletes, nine from each of the three weapons classifications, and was selected based upon performances from the seventh annual EWFC Individual Championships at Stevens Institute of Technology. The league's team awards were also distributed at the conclusion of the day's schedule.
Denise O'Connor Foil Fencer of the Year accolades were earned by Rachel Viqueira of Johns Hopkins University. The Foil First Team All-Stars were Wynne Van Der Veen from City College of New York, Leila Braun of Haverford College, Jackie Heath of Johns Hopkins University, and Caroleen Chen from Stevens Institute of Technology. Named as Foil Second Team All-Stars were Katie Elbert of Haverford College, Ashley Lau of Johns Hopkins University, Klarissa Armada from City College of New York, and Taia Harrison from Stevens Institute of Technology.
Denise O'Connor Epee Fencer of the Year honors went to Briana Nieradka from Stevens Institute of Technology for the second straight season. The Epee First Team All-Stars were Gianna Puzzo of Johns Hopkins University, Haverford College twosome Juliana Petersen and Sarah Sofia, and Krystal Perkins from Stevens Institute of Technology. Recognized as Epee Second Team All-Stars were Kelly Seeger of Johns Hopkins University, along with City College of New York combination Lena Lai, Michelle Gelbs, and Elizama Pons-Montalvo.
Denise O'Connor Saber Fencer of the Year laurels were collected by Katherine Simeon of Johns Hopkins University for the second winter in a row. The Saber First Team All-Stars were Stevens Institute of Technology squadmates Juliet Turalski and Zoe To, alongside Haverford College duo Francesca Behling and Shannon Horn. Tabbed as Saber Second Team All-Stars were Drew University tandem Sarah Silvestri and Emilia Domanowski, Chelsea Shupe from Stevens Institute of Technology, and Monica Yuen of Hunter College.
EWFC 2012-13 DENISE O'CONNOR FOIL FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Rachel Viqueira (Johns Hopkins University)
EWFC 2012-13 FOIL FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Wynne Van Der Veen (City College of New York)
- Leila Braun (Haverford College)
- Jackie Heath (Johns Hopkins University) **
- Caroleen Chen (Stevens Institute of Technology)
EWFC 2012-13 FOIL SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Katie Elbert (Haverford College)
- Ashley Lau (Johns Hopkins University)
- Klarissa Armada (City College of New York)
- Taia Harrison (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
EWFC 2012-13 DENISE O'CONNOR EPEE FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Briana Nieradka (Stevens Institute of Technology) ***
EWFC 2012-13 EPEE FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Gianna Puzzo (Johns Hopkins University) **
- Juliana Petersen (Haverford College)
- Krystal Perkins (Stevens Institute of Technology) ***
- Sarah Sofia (Haverford College) **
EWFC 2012-13 EPEE SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Kelly Seeger (Johns Hopkins University)
- Lena Lai (City College of New York)
- Michelle Gelbs (City College of New York)
- Elizama Pons-Montalvo (City College of New York)
EWFC 2012-13 DENISE O'CONNOR SABER FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Katherine Simeon (Johns Hopkins University) ***
EWFC 2012-13 SABER FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Juliet Turalski (Stevens Institute of Technology) ****
- Francesca Behling (Haverford College) ***
- Shannon Horn (Haverford College)
- Zoe To (Stevens Institute of Technology)
EWFC 2012-13 SABER SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Sarah Silvestri (Drew University)
- Emilia Domanowski (Drew University) ***
- Chelsea Shupe (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
- Monica Yuen (Hunter College)
EWFC 2012-13 COACHING STAFF OF THE YEAR
- Haverford College
EWFC 2012-13 ROI GREEN MEMORIAL TEAM SPIRIT AWARD
- Stevens Institute of Technology
EWFC 2012-13 TOP FOIL SQUAD
- Johns Hopkins University
EWFC 2012-13 TOP EPEE SQUAD
- Stevens Institute of Technology
EWFC 2012-13 TOP SABER SQUAD
- Johns Hopkins University
Haverford College picked up the Coaching Staff of the Year award for the second time in school history. Head coach Chris Spencer and his assistants guided the Fords to a runner-up showing at the EWFC Dual Meet Championship, which was hosted by Johns Hopkins University on February 10, en route to attaining sideline acclaim from their main opponents for the first time since 2009-10.
Stevens Institute of Technology topped a league poll to decide the Roi Green Memorial Team Spirit Award for the first time ever. This prize, named in remembrance of the late City College of New York mentor, was established to annually acknowledge the program which best exhibits the ideals of civility in competition, fair play, and sportsmanship he espoused throughout his venerable career.
Separate weapons classification titles, based on overall team results from last weekend's EWFC Dual Meet Championship, were also acknowledged for the third consecutive year. Johns Hopkins University took home the Top Foil Squad and Top Saber Squad citations, while Stevens Institute of Technology obtained Top Epee Squad distinction, due to the results of that earlier series of bouts.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is currently wrapping up its 13th winter of competition. League charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
Denise O'Connor Foil Fencer of the Year accolades were earned by Rachel Viqueira of Johns Hopkins University. The Foil First Team All-Stars were Wynne Van Der Veen from City College of New York, Leila Braun of Haverford College, Jackie Heath of Johns Hopkins University, and Caroleen Chen from Stevens Institute of Technology. Named as Foil Second Team All-Stars were Katie Elbert of Haverford College, Ashley Lau of Johns Hopkins University, Klarissa Armada from City College of New York, and Taia Harrison from Stevens Institute of Technology.
Denise O'Connor Epee Fencer of the Year honors went to Briana Nieradka from Stevens Institute of Technology for the second straight season. The Epee First Team All-Stars were Gianna Puzzo of Johns Hopkins University, Haverford College twosome Juliana Petersen and Sarah Sofia, and Krystal Perkins from Stevens Institute of Technology. Recognized as Epee Second Team All-Stars were Kelly Seeger of Johns Hopkins University, along with City College of New York combination Lena Lai, Michelle Gelbs, and Elizama Pons-Montalvo.
Denise O'Connor Saber Fencer of the Year laurels were collected by Katherine Simeon of Johns Hopkins University for the second winter in a row. The Saber First Team All-Stars were Stevens Institute of Technology squadmates Juliet Turalski and Zoe To, alongside Haverford College duo Francesca Behling and Shannon Horn. Tabbed as Saber Second Team All-Stars were Drew University tandem Sarah Silvestri and Emilia Domanowski, Chelsea Shupe from Stevens Institute of Technology, and Monica Yuen of Hunter College.
EWFC 2012-13 DENISE O'CONNOR FOIL FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Rachel Viqueira (Johns Hopkins University)
EWFC 2012-13 FOIL FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Wynne Van Der Veen (City College of New York)
- Leila Braun (Haverford College)
- Jackie Heath (Johns Hopkins University) **
- Caroleen Chen (Stevens Institute of Technology)
EWFC 2012-13 FOIL SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Katie Elbert (Haverford College)
- Ashley Lau (Johns Hopkins University)
- Klarissa Armada (City College of New York)
- Taia Harrison (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
EWFC 2012-13 DENISE O'CONNOR EPEE FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Briana Nieradka (Stevens Institute of Technology) ***
EWFC 2012-13 EPEE FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Gianna Puzzo (Johns Hopkins University) **
- Juliana Petersen (Haverford College)
- Krystal Perkins (Stevens Institute of Technology) ***
- Sarah Sofia (Haverford College) **
EWFC 2012-13 EPEE SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Kelly Seeger (Johns Hopkins University)
- Lena Lai (City College of New York)
- Michelle Gelbs (City College of New York)
- Elizama Pons-Montalvo (City College of New York)
EWFC 2012-13 DENISE O'CONNOR SABER FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Katherine Simeon (Johns Hopkins University) ***
EWFC 2012-13 SABER FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Juliet Turalski (Stevens Institute of Technology) ****
- Francesca Behling (Haverford College) ***
- Shannon Horn (Haverford College)
- Zoe To (Stevens Institute of Technology)
EWFC 2012-13 SABER SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Sarah Silvestri (Drew University)
- Emilia Domanowski (Drew University) ***
- Chelsea Shupe (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
- Monica Yuen (Hunter College)
EWFC 2012-13 COACHING STAFF OF THE YEAR
- Haverford College
EWFC 2012-13 ROI GREEN MEMORIAL TEAM SPIRIT AWARD
- Stevens Institute of Technology
EWFC 2012-13 TOP FOIL SQUAD
- Johns Hopkins University
EWFC 2012-13 TOP EPEE SQUAD
- Stevens Institute of Technology
EWFC 2012-13 TOP SABER SQUAD
- Johns Hopkins University
Haverford College picked up the Coaching Staff of the Year award for the second time in school history. Head coach Chris Spencer and his assistants guided the Fords to a runner-up showing at the EWFC Dual Meet Championship, which was hosted by Johns Hopkins University on February 10, en route to attaining sideline acclaim from their main opponents for the first time since 2009-10.
Stevens Institute of Technology topped a league poll to decide the Roi Green Memorial Team Spirit Award for the first time ever. This prize, named in remembrance of the late City College of New York mentor, was established to annually acknowledge the program which best exhibits the ideals of civility in competition, fair play, and sportsmanship he espoused throughout his venerable career.
Separate weapons classification titles, based on overall team results from last weekend's EWFC Dual Meet Championship, were also acknowledged for the third consecutive year. Johns Hopkins University took home the Top Foil Squad and Top Saber Squad citations, while Stevens Institute of Technology obtained Top Epee Squad distinction, due to the results of that earlier series of bouts.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is currently wrapping up its 13th winter of competition. League charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
FOUR STRAIGHT TITLES FOR JOHNS HOPKINS
RACHEL KALINA
2013 FEBRUARY 10 / BALTIMORE, MD: Hosting the Eastern Women's Fencing Conference Dual Meet Championship for the first time ever, Johns Hopkins University went undefeated in the seven school round robin competition for the fourth consecutive winter, earning another league title with an impeccable 6-0 slate.
The Blue Jays came out on top against Yeshiva University 27-0, Drew University 25-2, Stevens Institute of Technology 15-12, Hunter College 24-3, Haverford College 20-7, and City College of New York 20-7. The team's third round match with Stevens Institute of Technology was, once again, the day's most pivotal draw.
Haverford College took runner-up status with a 5-1 record during the flurry of action, while the Ducks settled for third place at 4-2, and City College of New York went 3-3 to grab the fourth slot. Rounding out this year's EWFC standings were Hunter College and Yeshiva University, both 1-4-1, while Drew University was 0-6.
Leading the way for Johns Hopkins University on an individual basis was Rachel Kalina, whose perfect 17-0 mark in saber topped all competitors, while Gianna Puzzo was solid in epee with a 14-1 showing. Rachel Viqueira paced the foil contingent by going 14-1 while Jackie Heath and Ashley Lau both finished 14-2.
EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP .. 2013 FEBRUARY 10 .. BALTIMORE, MD
R1: CCNY 19-8 Drew ................. JHU 27-0 Yeshiva ................. Haverford 25-2 Hunter
R2: Stevens 26-1 Yeshiva ................ Haverford 22-5 CCNY ................ JHU 25-2 Drew
R3: JHU 15-12 Stevens ................ Hunter 13-11 Drew ................ CCNY 21-6 Yeshiva
R4: JHU 24-3 Hunter ............ Yeshiva 14-12 Drew ............ Haverford 14-13 Stevens
R5: CCNY 21-6 Hunter ................. JHU 20-7 Haverford ................. Stevens 22-5 Drew
R6: Haverford 23-4 Drew ............ Stevens 23-4 CCNY ........... Hunter 12-12 Yeshiva
R7: Haverford 27-0 Yeshiva ............... Stevens 23-4 Hunter .............. JHU 20-7 CCNY
FINAL TEAM STANDINGS FROM 2012-13 EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP
6-0: Johns Hopkins University
5-1: Haverford College
4-2: Stevens Institute of Technology
3-3: City College of New York
1-4-1: Hunter College
1-4-1: Yeshiva University
0-6: Drew University
The EWFC also acknowledges a trio of separate weapons classifications titles. The Blue Jays closed out the afternoon as Top Foil Squad for the third time in a row and Top Saber Squad for the second successive winter. Stevens Institute of Technology claimed Top Epee Squad laurels for the third straight year.
The Eastern Women’s Fencing Conference is currently in its 13th season of existence. The league was established during the 2000-01 campaign, and implemented the single-day Dual Meet Championship format in 2002-03. Johns Hopkins University is looking forward to welcoming its rivals again in the future.
Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined in the rising organization by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
The league’s seven programs will meet on the strips again next week, as Stevens Institute of Technology hosts the EWFC Individual Championships in Hoboken, NJ. All-Conference awards will be conferred upon 27 fencers, nine from each of the three weapons categories, following the end of the day’s schedule.
The Blue Jays came out on top against Yeshiva University 27-0, Drew University 25-2, Stevens Institute of Technology 15-12, Hunter College 24-3, Haverford College 20-7, and City College of New York 20-7. The team's third round match with Stevens Institute of Technology was, once again, the day's most pivotal draw.
Haverford College took runner-up status with a 5-1 record during the flurry of action, while the Ducks settled for third place at 4-2, and City College of New York went 3-3 to grab the fourth slot. Rounding out this year's EWFC standings were Hunter College and Yeshiva University, both 1-4-1, while Drew University was 0-6.
Leading the way for Johns Hopkins University on an individual basis was Rachel Kalina, whose perfect 17-0 mark in saber topped all competitors, while Gianna Puzzo was solid in epee with a 14-1 showing. Rachel Viqueira paced the foil contingent by going 14-1 while Jackie Heath and Ashley Lau both finished 14-2.
EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP .. 2013 FEBRUARY 10 .. BALTIMORE, MD
R1: CCNY 19-8 Drew ................. JHU 27-0 Yeshiva ................. Haverford 25-2 Hunter
R2: Stevens 26-1 Yeshiva ................ Haverford 22-5 CCNY ................ JHU 25-2 Drew
R3: JHU 15-12 Stevens ................ Hunter 13-11 Drew ................ CCNY 21-6 Yeshiva
R4: JHU 24-3 Hunter ............ Yeshiva 14-12 Drew ............ Haverford 14-13 Stevens
R5: CCNY 21-6 Hunter ................. JHU 20-7 Haverford ................. Stevens 22-5 Drew
R6: Haverford 23-4 Drew ............ Stevens 23-4 CCNY ........... Hunter 12-12 Yeshiva
R7: Haverford 27-0 Yeshiva ............... Stevens 23-4 Hunter .............. JHU 20-7 CCNY
FINAL TEAM STANDINGS FROM 2012-13 EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP
6-0: Johns Hopkins University
5-1: Haverford College
4-2: Stevens Institute of Technology
3-3: City College of New York
1-4-1: Hunter College
1-4-1: Yeshiva University
0-6: Drew University
The EWFC also acknowledges a trio of separate weapons classifications titles. The Blue Jays closed out the afternoon as Top Foil Squad for the third time in a row and Top Saber Squad for the second successive winter. Stevens Institute of Technology claimed Top Epee Squad laurels for the third straight year.
The Eastern Women’s Fencing Conference is currently in its 13th season of existence. The league was established during the 2000-01 campaign, and implemented the single-day Dual Meet Championship format in 2002-03. Johns Hopkins University is looking forward to welcoming its rivals again in the future.
Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined in the rising organization by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
The league’s seven programs will meet on the strips again next week, as Stevens Institute of Technology hosts the EWFC Individual Championships in Hoboken, NJ. All-Conference awards will be conferred upon 27 fencers, nine from each of the three weapons categories, following the end of the day’s schedule.
EWFC 2013 CHAMPIONSHIP INFORMATION
EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP
2013 FEBRUARY 10
11:00 AM
JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
(BALTIMORE, MD)
EWFC INDIVIDUAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
2013 FEBRUARY 17
10:00 AM
STEVENS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
(HOBOKEN, NJ)
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is in its 13th year of action in 2012-13. We look forward to presenting an excellent championship schedule.
2013 FEBRUARY 10
11:00 AM
JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
(BALTIMORE, MD)
EWFC INDIVIDUAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
2013 FEBRUARY 17
10:00 AM
STEVENS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
(HOBOKEN, NJ)
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is in its 13th year of action in 2012-13. We look forward to presenting an excellent championship schedule.
WANG SELECTED AS 2012 WOMAN OF THE YEAR
JESSICA WANG
2012 MAY 21 / HOBOKEN, NJ: Eastern Women's Fencing Conference commissioner Damion Jones has announced the choice of City College of New York senior Jessica Wang as the recipient of the league's fifth-ever Woman of the Year award. This honor -- established to annually recognize the fencer who best combines the triple standards of excellence in academics, success in athletics, and participation in extracurricular activities -- was decided by a postseason vote among the seven EWFC head coaches.
Wang, a Civil Engineering major from Bayside, NY, concluded her four-year career as a foil competitor with a noteworthy 2011-12 season. The team captain for the Beavers became just the fourth foilist to earn EWFC All-Star honors in each of her four winters. She compiled a 15-3 record at the EWFC Dual Meet Championship, placed third at the EWFC Individual Championships, finished ninth at the NIWFA Christmas Invitational, and wrapped up her campaign with a 36th place showing at the Northeast Regionals.
In addition to her rare status as a four-time EWFC All-Star in foil, Wang is one of just 14 individuals to accomplish this feat across any of the sport's three weapons over the league's 12 years of history, and was a First Team pick each winter. Off the strips, she holds a scholarship from the Grove School of Engineering and has been a mainstay on the Dean's List. Her extracurricular activities include involvement with the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, Beaverlympics, Concrete Canoe Club, and Relay For Life.
Six fencers receiving places on this season's EWFC Woman of the Year honorable mention squad are Johns Hopkins University senior Lauren Chinn (Epee / Cellular & Molecular Biology), Drew University junior Emilia Domanowski (Saber / Political Science & French), Haverford College senior Kathryn Feldman (Saber / Biology), Yeshiva University senior Michal Gilboa (Saber / Nursing), Hunter College senior Wendy Mak (Epee / Nursing), and Stevens Institute of Technology senior Krista Sticco (Saber / Business & Technology).
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference closed out its 12th season of existence this winter. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign. Johns Hopkins University picked up its third consecutive dual meet title by forging an undefeated 6-0 record in this year's head-to-head bouts.
Wang, a Civil Engineering major from Bayside, NY, concluded her four-year career as a foil competitor with a noteworthy 2011-12 season. The team captain for the Beavers became just the fourth foilist to earn EWFC All-Star honors in each of her four winters. She compiled a 15-3 record at the EWFC Dual Meet Championship, placed third at the EWFC Individual Championships, finished ninth at the NIWFA Christmas Invitational, and wrapped up her campaign with a 36th place showing at the Northeast Regionals.
In addition to her rare status as a four-time EWFC All-Star in foil, Wang is one of just 14 individuals to accomplish this feat across any of the sport's three weapons over the league's 12 years of history, and was a First Team pick each winter. Off the strips, she holds a scholarship from the Grove School of Engineering and has been a mainstay on the Dean's List. Her extracurricular activities include involvement with the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, Beaverlympics, Concrete Canoe Club, and Relay For Life.
Six fencers receiving places on this season's EWFC Woman of the Year honorable mention squad are Johns Hopkins University senior Lauren Chinn (Epee / Cellular & Molecular Biology), Drew University junior Emilia Domanowski (Saber / Political Science & French), Haverford College senior Kathryn Feldman (Saber / Biology), Yeshiva University senior Michal Gilboa (Saber / Nursing), Hunter College senior Wendy Mak (Epee / Nursing), and Stevens Institute of Technology senior Krista Sticco (Saber / Business & Technology).
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference closed out its 12th season of existence this winter. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign. Johns Hopkins University picked up its third consecutive dual meet title by forging an undefeated 6-0 record in this year's head-to-head bouts.
NIWFA PICKS 2012 ACADEMIC TEAM
TALI KERN
2012 MARCH 18 / BROOKLYN, NY: The National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association has unveiled its 2011-12 Academic All-NIWFA Team, with five student-athletes from the Eastern Women's Fencing Conference prominent among the 13 standouts. Each institution in the NIWFA can nominate one individual for this honor per year.
EWFC representatives recognized this season are Ann DeStefano (Foil / Stevens Institute of Technology), Tali Kern (Epee / Yeshiva University), Wendy Mak (Epee / Hunter College), Sarah Sofia (Epee / Haverford College), and Grace Tsui (Saber / City College of New York). They and the other eight choices are applauded for their achievement.
All seven EWFC programs have also enjoyed membership in the National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association, the country's oldest and biggest league, which was founded in 1929 largely through the efforts of the legendary National Champion, United States Olympian, and eventual long-serving head coach at Hunter College, Julia Jones.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is in its 12th winter of competition. Founding partners City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University in 2007-08.
EWFC representatives recognized this season are Ann DeStefano (Foil / Stevens Institute of Technology), Tali Kern (Epee / Yeshiva University), Wendy Mak (Epee / Hunter College), Sarah Sofia (Epee / Haverford College), and Grace Tsui (Saber / City College of New York). They and the other eight choices are applauded for their achievement.
All seven EWFC programs have also enjoyed membership in the National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association, the country's oldest and biggest league, which was founded in 1929 largely through the efforts of the legendary National Champion, United States Olympian, and eventual long-serving head coach at Hunter College, Julia Jones.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is in its 12th winter of competition. Founding partners City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University in 2007-08.
ELBERT & BALIGA LEAD REGIONAL RESULTS
ANJALI BALIGA
2012 MARCH 11 / EASTON, PA: Haverford College stalwarts Katie Elbert (foil) and Anjali Baliga (epee) have stood tall by both finishing with 15th place showings in their respective weapons classifications at the 2012 Mid-Atlantic/South Regionals. The leading individuals from four events held around the country this weekend qualify for the NCAA National Championships.
Participants from the Eastern Women's Fencing Conference were particularly prominent in the epee tournament on the campus of Lafayette College as Elizabeth Caris of Johns Hopkins University popped up next on the list, slotting 16th, followed by Krystal Perkins from Stevens Institute of Technology taking 20th. Gianna Puzzo of Johns Hopkins University ended up 22nd.
In the saber category, Rachel Kalina of Johns Hopkins University was the league's top performer, winding down the day in 17th place. Juliet Turalski from Stevens Institute of Technology wrapped up her rounds holding the 23rd spot. Last winter's EWFC Foil Fencer of the Year, Jackie Heath of Johns Hopkins University, ended up snaring 22nd as the meet drew to a close.
Stevens Institute of Technology, Johns Hopkins University, Haverford College, and Drew University are all classified into the Mid-Atlantic/South Region by the NCAA. On the other hand, the remaining three EWFC institutions -- City College of New York, Hunter College, and Yeshiva University -- belong to the Northeast Region, whose competition was hosted by Boston College.
Jillian Melnick of Hunter College fared well in saber as she ranked 28th. The foil group was led by Angela Cheung from City College of New York, who grabbed 33rd place, while Irene Yenko of Hunter College took 35th. Last season's EWFC Epee Fencer of the Year, Elizabeth Penn from Yeshiva University, came in 39th to highlight the results turned in by that contingent.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is closing out its 12th winter of existence. League charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
Participants from the Eastern Women's Fencing Conference were particularly prominent in the epee tournament on the campus of Lafayette College as Elizabeth Caris of Johns Hopkins University popped up next on the list, slotting 16th, followed by Krystal Perkins from Stevens Institute of Technology taking 20th. Gianna Puzzo of Johns Hopkins University ended up 22nd.
In the saber category, Rachel Kalina of Johns Hopkins University was the league's top performer, winding down the day in 17th place. Juliet Turalski from Stevens Institute of Technology wrapped up her rounds holding the 23rd spot. Last winter's EWFC Foil Fencer of the Year, Jackie Heath of Johns Hopkins University, ended up snaring 22nd as the meet drew to a close.
Stevens Institute of Technology, Johns Hopkins University, Haverford College, and Drew University are all classified into the Mid-Atlantic/South Region by the NCAA. On the other hand, the remaining three EWFC institutions -- City College of New York, Hunter College, and Yeshiva University -- belong to the Northeast Region, whose competition was hosted by Boston College.
Jillian Melnick of Hunter College fared well in saber as she ranked 28th. The foil group was led by Angela Cheung from City College of New York, who grabbed 33rd place, while Irene Yenko of Hunter College took 35th. Last season's EWFC Epee Fencer of the Year, Elizabeth Penn from Yeshiva University, came in 39th to highlight the results turned in by that contingent.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is closing out its 12th winter of existence. League charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
TURALSKI PACES NIWFA PERFORMANCES
JULIET TURALSKI
2012 MARCH 04 / SWARTHMORE, PA: Juliet Turalski from Stevens Institute of Technology has led a strong contingent of EWFC competitors by securing a silver medal in the saber tournament at the 2012 NIWFA Championships. This stellar performance at Swarthmore College makes her the league's ninth runner-up in the history of the event.
Behind her were Shannon Horn of Haverford College, who took sixth, and Krista Sticco from Stevens Institute of Technology in eighth place. Anjali Baliga of Haverford College finished fourth in epee, squadmate Elizabeth Peters ranked seventh, and EWFC Epee Fencer of the Year Briana Nieradka from Stevens Institute of Technology was ninth.
EWFC Foil Fencer of the Year Alexis Clyburn from Stevens Institute of Technology paced the conference's participants in that category with a sixth place showing. Also closing the day among the leaders were Katie Elbert of Haverford College, who nailed down the ninth slot, and Taia Harrison from Stevens Institute of Technology in tenth place.
All seven EWFC programs have also enjoyed membership in the National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association, the country's oldest and biggest league, which was founded in 1929 largely through the efforts of the legendary National Champion, United States Olympian, and eventual long-serving head coach at Hunter College, Julia Jones.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is in its 12th winter of competition. Founding partners City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University in 2007-08.
Behind her were Shannon Horn of Haverford College, who took sixth, and Krista Sticco from Stevens Institute of Technology in eighth place. Anjali Baliga of Haverford College finished fourth in epee, squadmate Elizabeth Peters ranked seventh, and EWFC Epee Fencer of the Year Briana Nieradka from Stevens Institute of Technology was ninth.
EWFC Foil Fencer of the Year Alexis Clyburn from Stevens Institute of Technology paced the conference's participants in that category with a sixth place showing. Also closing the day among the leaders were Katie Elbert of Haverford College, who nailed down the ninth slot, and Taia Harrison from Stevens Institute of Technology in tenth place.
All seven EWFC programs have also enjoyed membership in the National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association, the country's oldest and biggest league, which was founded in 1929 largely through the efforts of the legendary National Champion, United States Olympian, and eventual long-serving head coach at Hunter College, Julia Jones.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is in its 12th winter of competition. Founding partners City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University in 2007-08.
EWFC 2012 ALL-STAR HONORS ANNOUNCED
ALEXIS CLYBURN
2012 FEBRUARY 19 / HOBOKEN, NJ: Eastern Women's Fencing Conference commissioner Damion Jones has officially announced the 2011-12 EWFC All-Star Team. Consisting of 27 student-athletes, nine from each of the three weapons classifications, the squad was selected based upon performances from the sixth annual EWFC Individual Championships at Stevens Institute of Technology. The league's team awards were also handed out at the conclusion of the day's activities.
Denise O'Connor Foil Fencer of the Year laurels were earned by Alexis Clyburn from Stevens Institute of Technology. The Foil First Team All-Stars were Stevens Institute of Technology squadmates Taia Harrison and Ann DeStefano, along with Jessica Wang from City College of New York, and Jen Hession of Johns Hopkins University. Tabbed as Foil Second Team All-Stars were Jessica Poling of Haverford College, Hunter College duo Irene Yenko and Natalia Dittren, and Colleen Stone of Johns Hopkins University.
Denise O'Connor Epee Fencer of the Year accolades went to Briana Nieradka from Stevens Institute of Technology. The Epee First Team All-Stars were Haverford College tandem Anjali Baliga and Sarah Sofia, Krystal Perkins from Stevens Institute of Technology, and Elizabeth Caris of Johns Hopkins University. Named as Epee Second Team All-Stars were Elizabeth Penn of Yeshiva University, Gianna Puzzo from Johns Hopkins University, Elizabeth Peters of Haverford College, and Shwuyi Liu-Ma from City College of New York.
Denise O'Connor Saber Fencer of the Year honors were collected by Katherine Simeon of Johns Hopkins University. The Saber First Team All-Stars were Stevens Institute of Technology pair Juliet Turalski and Krista Sticco, Kathleen Rand from Johns Hopkins University, and Francesca Behling of Haverford College. Recognized as Saber Second Team All-Stars were Kathryn Feldman of Haverford College, Emilia Domanowski of Drew University, Chelsea Shupe from Stevens Institute of Technology, and Grace Tsui from City College of New York.
EWFC 2011-12 DENISE O'CONNOR FOIL FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Alexis Clyburn (Stevens Institute of Technology) ***
EWFC 2011-12 FOIL FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Taia Harrison (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Jessica Wang (City College of New York) ****
- Jen Hession (Johns Hopkins University) ***
- Ann DeStefano (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
EWFC 2011-12 FOIL SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Jessica Poling (Haverford College)
- Irene Yenko (Hunter College)
- Natalia Dittren (Hunter College)
- Colleen Stone (Johns Hopkins University)
EWFC 2011-12 DENISE O'CONNOR EPEE FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Briana Nieradka (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
EWFC 2011-12 EPEE FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Anjali Baliga (Haverford College)
- Krystal Perkins (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
- Elizabeth Caris (Johns Hopkins University)
- Sarah Sofia (Haverford College)
EWFC 2011-12 EPEE SECOND TEAM All-STARS
- Elizabeth Penn (Yeshiva University) ***
- Gianna Puzzo (Johns Hopkins University)
- Elizabeth Peters (Haverford College)
- Shwuyi Liu-Ma (City College of New York) **
EWFC 2011-12 DENISE O'CONNOR SABER FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Katherine Simeon (Johns Hopkins University) **
EWFC 2011-12 SABER FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Juliet Turalski (Stevens Institute of Technology) ***
- Kathleen Rand (Johns Hopkins University)
- Krista Sticco (Stevens Institute of Technology) ****
- Francesca Behling (Haverford College) **
EWFC 2011-12 SABER SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Kathryn Feldman (Haverford College)
- Emilia Domanowski (Drew University) **
- Chelsea Shupe (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Grace Tsui (City College of New York)
EWFC 2011-12 COACHING STAFF OF THE YEAR
- Stevens Institute of Technology
EWFC 2011-12 ROI GREEN MEMORIAL TEAM SPIRIT AWARD
- City College of New York
EWFC 2011-12 TOP FOIL SQUAD
- Johns Hopkins University
EWFC 2011-12 TOP EPEE SQUAD
- Stevens Institute of Technology
EWFC 2011-12 TOP SABER SQUAD
- Johns Hopkins University
Stevens Institute of Technology garnered the Coaching Staff of the Year award for the fifth time in conference history. Head coach Linda Vollkommer-Lynch and her assistants guided the Ducks to their third consecutive runner-up finish at the EWFC Dual Meet Championship, which was hosted by Drew University on February 12, to claim the hardware for the first time since 2003-04.
City College of New York prevailed in a league vote to earn the Roi Green Memorial Team Spirit Award for the third straight season. This homage, named in remembrance of the late Beavers mentor, was implemented to annually acknowledge the program which best exhibits the ideals of civility in competition, fair play, and sportsmanship he promoted throughout his venerable career.
Separate weapons classification titles, based on overall team results from last weekend's EWFC Dual Meet Championship, were also conferred for the second time ever. Johns Hopkins University corralled the Top Foil Squad and Top Saber Squad plaques, while Stevens Institute of Technology procured the Top Epee Squad decoration, thanks to the outcome of those matches.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is closing out its 12th winter of existence. League charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
Denise O'Connor Foil Fencer of the Year laurels were earned by Alexis Clyburn from Stevens Institute of Technology. The Foil First Team All-Stars were Stevens Institute of Technology squadmates Taia Harrison and Ann DeStefano, along with Jessica Wang from City College of New York, and Jen Hession of Johns Hopkins University. Tabbed as Foil Second Team All-Stars were Jessica Poling of Haverford College, Hunter College duo Irene Yenko and Natalia Dittren, and Colleen Stone of Johns Hopkins University.
Denise O'Connor Epee Fencer of the Year accolades went to Briana Nieradka from Stevens Institute of Technology. The Epee First Team All-Stars were Haverford College tandem Anjali Baliga and Sarah Sofia, Krystal Perkins from Stevens Institute of Technology, and Elizabeth Caris of Johns Hopkins University. Named as Epee Second Team All-Stars were Elizabeth Penn of Yeshiva University, Gianna Puzzo from Johns Hopkins University, Elizabeth Peters of Haverford College, and Shwuyi Liu-Ma from City College of New York.
Denise O'Connor Saber Fencer of the Year honors were collected by Katherine Simeon of Johns Hopkins University. The Saber First Team All-Stars were Stevens Institute of Technology pair Juliet Turalski and Krista Sticco, Kathleen Rand from Johns Hopkins University, and Francesca Behling of Haverford College. Recognized as Saber Second Team All-Stars were Kathryn Feldman of Haverford College, Emilia Domanowski of Drew University, Chelsea Shupe from Stevens Institute of Technology, and Grace Tsui from City College of New York.
EWFC 2011-12 DENISE O'CONNOR FOIL FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Alexis Clyburn (Stevens Institute of Technology) ***
EWFC 2011-12 FOIL FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Taia Harrison (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Jessica Wang (City College of New York) ****
- Jen Hession (Johns Hopkins University) ***
- Ann DeStefano (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
EWFC 2011-12 FOIL SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Jessica Poling (Haverford College)
- Irene Yenko (Hunter College)
- Natalia Dittren (Hunter College)
- Colleen Stone (Johns Hopkins University)
EWFC 2011-12 DENISE O'CONNOR EPEE FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Briana Nieradka (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
EWFC 2011-12 EPEE FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Anjali Baliga (Haverford College)
- Krystal Perkins (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
- Elizabeth Caris (Johns Hopkins University)
- Sarah Sofia (Haverford College)
EWFC 2011-12 EPEE SECOND TEAM All-STARS
- Elizabeth Penn (Yeshiva University) ***
- Gianna Puzzo (Johns Hopkins University)
- Elizabeth Peters (Haverford College)
- Shwuyi Liu-Ma (City College of New York) **
EWFC 2011-12 DENISE O'CONNOR SABER FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Katherine Simeon (Johns Hopkins University) **
EWFC 2011-12 SABER FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Juliet Turalski (Stevens Institute of Technology) ***
- Kathleen Rand (Johns Hopkins University)
- Krista Sticco (Stevens Institute of Technology) ****
- Francesca Behling (Haverford College) **
EWFC 2011-12 SABER SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Kathryn Feldman (Haverford College)
- Emilia Domanowski (Drew University) **
- Chelsea Shupe (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Grace Tsui (City College of New York)
EWFC 2011-12 COACHING STAFF OF THE YEAR
- Stevens Institute of Technology
EWFC 2011-12 ROI GREEN MEMORIAL TEAM SPIRIT AWARD
- City College of New York
EWFC 2011-12 TOP FOIL SQUAD
- Johns Hopkins University
EWFC 2011-12 TOP EPEE SQUAD
- Stevens Institute of Technology
EWFC 2011-12 TOP SABER SQUAD
- Johns Hopkins University
Stevens Institute of Technology garnered the Coaching Staff of the Year award for the fifth time in conference history. Head coach Linda Vollkommer-Lynch and her assistants guided the Ducks to their third consecutive runner-up finish at the EWFC Dual Meet Championship, which was hosted by Drew University on February 12, to claim the hardware for the first time since 2003-04.
City College of New York prevailed in a league vote to earn the Roi Green Memorial Team Spirit Award for the third straight season. This homage, named in remembrance of the late Beavers mentor, was implemented to annually acknowledge the program which best exhibits the ideals of civility in competition, fair play, and sportsmanship he promoted throughout his venerable career.
Separate weapons classification titles, based on overall team results from last weekend's EWFC Dual Meet Championship, were also conferred for the second time ever. Johns Hopkins University corralled the Top Foil Squad and Top Saber Squad plaques, while Stevens Institute of Technology procured the Top Epee Squad decoration, thanks to the outcome of those matches.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is closing out its 12th winter of existence. League charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
JOHNS HOPKINS BAGS THIRD TITLE IN A ROW
KATHERINE SIMEON
2012 FEBRUARY 12 / MADISON, NJ: Johns Hopkins University has captured the Eastern Women's Fencing Conference Dual Meet Championship by compiling a 6-0 record against the rest of the league for the third straight season. The seven team round robin tournament took place on the campus of Drew University.
The Blue Jays tallied victories over Drew University 25-2, City College of New York 25-2, Haverford College 18-9, Stevens Institute of Technology 14-13, Yeshiva University 24-3, and Hunter College 23-4. The team's fourth round clash with Stevens Institute of Technology decided first place laurels for the third year in a row.
The Ducks were the runners-up again with a 5-1 overall ledger, while Haverford College finished in third place at 4-2 for the third consecutive winter, and City College of New York snagged the fourth slot at 3-3. Completing the EWFC standings were Hunter College at 2-4, Drew University at 1-5, and Yeshiva University at 0-6.
Helping steer Johns Hopkins University to its three-peat were Jen Hession and Jackie Heath, who both went 15-3 in foil bouts, while Colleen Stone was 11-2. Komal Kumar added a 12-4 mark in epee while Gianna Puzzo went 12-6. Katherine Simeon led the charge in saber at 14-3 while Kathleen Rand was 11-1.
EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP .... 2012 FEBRUARY 12 .... MADISON, NJ
R1: Stevens 15-12 Haverford ............ JHU 25-2 Drew ............ Hunter 19-8 Yeshiva
R2: JHU 25-2 CCNY ................ Haverford 20-7 Hunter ............... Stevens 19-8 Drew
R3: CCNY 19-11 Drew .............. Stevens 25-2 Yeshiva ............. JHU 18-9 Haverford
R4: Drew 15-12 Yeshiva .............. JHU 14-13 Stevens .............. CCNY 15-12 Hunter
R5: Haverford 18-9 Yeshiva .......... Hunter 16-11 Drew .......... Stevens 21-6 CCNY
R6: Stevens 20-7 Hunter ............. Haverford 20-7 CCNY ............. JHU 24-3 Yeshiva
R7: JHU 23-4 Hunter ............... CCNY 17-10 Yeshiva .............. Haverford 19-8 Drew
FINAL TEAM STANDINGS FROM 2011-12 EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP
6-0: Johns Hopkins University
5-1: Stevens Institute of Technology
4-2: Haverford College
3-3: City College of New York
2-4: Hunter College
1-5: Drew University
0-6: Yeshiva University
The EWFC is also conferring separate weapons classification titles for the second winter in succession. The Blue Jays have managed to attain both Top Foil Squad and Top Saber Squad recognition. Stevens Institute of Technology prevented a three category sweep by holding on to the award for Top Epee Squad.
The Eastern Women’s Fencing Conference is now in its 12th season of competition. The league was established during the 2000-01 campaign, and implemented the single-day Dual Meet Championship format in 2002-03. The last time Drew University hosted this round robin tournament was the winter of 2007-08.
EWFC charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined in the organization by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
The league’s seven members will meet on the strips again next week, as Stevens Institute of Technology hosts the EWFC Individual Championships in Hoboken, NJ. All-Conference honors will be bestowed upon 27 fencers, nine in each of the three weapons categories, at the conclusion of the day’s activities.
The Blue Jays tallied victories over Drew University 25-2, City College of New York 25-2, Haverford College 18-9, Stevens Institute of Technology 14-13, Yeshiva University 24-3, and Hunter College 23-4. The team's fourth round clash with Stevens Institute of Technology decided first place laurels for the third year in a row.
The Ducks were the runners-up again with a 5-1 overall ledger, while Haverford College finished in third place at 4-2 for the third consecutive winter, and City College of New York snagged the fourth slot at 3-3. Completing the EWFC standings were Hunter College at 2-4, Drew University at 1-5, and Yeshiva University at 0-6.
Helping steer Johns Hopkins University to its three-peat were Jen Hession and Jackie Heath, who both went 15-3 in foil bouts, while Colleen Stone was 11-2. Komal Kumar added a 12-4 mark in epee while Gianna Puzzo went 12-6. Katherine Simeon led the charge in saber at 14-3 while Kathleen Rand was 11-1.
EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP .... 2012 FEBRUARY 12 .... MADISON, NJ
R1: Stevens 15-12 Haverford ............ JHU 25-2 Drew ............ Hunter 19-8 Yeshiva
R2: JHU 25-2 CCNY ................ Haverford 20-7 Hunter ............... Stevens 19-8 Drew
R3: CCNY 19-11 Drew .............. Stevens 25-2 Yeshiva ............. JHU 18-9 Haverford
R4: Drew 15-12 Yeshiva .............. JHU 14-13 Stevens .............. CCNY 15-12 Hunter
R5: Haverford 18-9 Yeshiva .......... Hunter 16-11 Drew .......... Stevens 21-6 CCNY
R6: Stevens 20-7 Hunter ............. Haverford 20-7 CCNY ............. JHU 24-3 Yeshiva
R7: JHU 23-4 Hunter ............... CCNY 17-10 Yeshiva .............. Haverford 19-8 Drew
FINAL TEAM STANDINGS FROM 2011-12 EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP
6-0: Johns Hopkins University
5-1: Stevens Institute of Technology
4-2: Haverford College
3-3: City College of New York
2-4: Hunter College
1-5: Drew University
0-6: Yeshiva University
The EWFC is also conferring separate weapons classification titles for the second winter in succession. The Blue Jays have managed to attain both Top Foil Squad and Top Saber Squad recognition. Stevens Institute of Technology prevented a three category sweep by holding on to the award for Top Epee Squad.
The Eastern Women’s Fencing Conference is now in its 12th season of competition. The league was established during the 2000-01 campaign, and implemented the single-day Dual Meet Championship format in 2002-03. The last time Drew University hosted this round robin tournament was the winter of 2007-08.
EWFC charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined in the organization by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
The league’s seven members will meet on the strips again next week, as Stevens Institute of Technology hosts the EWFC Individual Championships in Hoboken, NJ. All-Conference honors will be bestowed upon 27 fencers, nine in each of the three weapons categories, at the conclusion of the day’s activities.
EWFC 2012 CHAMPIONSHIP INFORMATION
EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP
2012 FEBRUARY 12
9:00 AM
DREW UNIVERSITY
(MADISON, NJ)
EWFC INDIVIDUAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
2012 FEBRUARY 19
10:00 AM
STEVENS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
(HOBOKEN, NJ)
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference enters its 12th year of rivalries in 2011-12. We look forward to presenting a thrilling championship schedule.
2012 FEBRUARY 12
9:00 AM
DREW UNIVERSITY
(MADISON, NJ)
EWFC INDIVIDUAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
2012 FEBRUARY 19
10:00 AM
STEVENS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
(HOBOKEN, NJ)
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference enters its 12th year of rivalries in 2011-12. We look forward to presenting a thrilling championship schedule.
SHIFRIN CHOSEN AS 2011 WOMAN OF THE YEAR
STELLA SHIFRIN
2011 MAY 30 / HOBOKEN, NJ: Eastern Women's Fencing Conference commissioner Damion Jones has announced the selection of Hunter College senior Stella Shifrin as the winner of the league's fourth Woman of the Year award. This prize -- implemented to annually recognize the fencer who best combines the triple standards of excellence in academics, success in athletics, and participation in extracurricular activities -- was decided through a postseason poll taken among the EWFC's seven head coaches.
Shifrin, a Political Science & Vocal Performance double major from Brooklyn, NY, capped her four seasons as a saber competitor with an incredible 2010-11 campaign. The top slasher for the Hawks won her second consecutive EWFC Saber Fencer of the Year plaque, tallied a 16-2 record at the EWFC Dual Meet Championship, finished second at the NIWFA Championships, placed third at the Northeast Regionals, and closed out her endeavors with an effort which ranked 22nd at the NCAA National Championships.
Career distinctions for Shifrin include becoming just the second EWFC representative to advance to the NCAA National Championships, notching the conference's best-ever Regional showing, and becoming the league's fifth multi-time Fencer of the Year in any weapon. Her academic accolades include placement on the Dean's List, earning a Richter Scholarship, and garnering the Ottenger Debate Award. Shifrin's extracurricular activities include performing on campus with both the Opera Club and Vocal Repertory Club.
Six fencers grabbing spots on this season's EWFC Woman of the Year honorable mention panel are Johns Hopkins University junior Lauren Chinn (Epee / Cellular & Molecular Biology), City College of New York senior Sarah Jafferali (Foil / English Literature & Jewish Studies), Haverford College senior Amanda Levinson (Foil / Psychology), Yeshiva University junior Elizabeth Penn (Epee / Psychology), Stevens Institute of Technology senior Meagan Ritter (Epee / Business & Technology), and Drew University freshman Amanda Rubin (Saber / Undecided).
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference completed its 11th season of action this winter. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign. Johns Hopkins University secured its second successive dual meet title by sewing up an unblemished 6-0 record in head-to-head matches this year.
Shifrin, a Political Science & Vocal Performance double major from Brooklyn, NY, capped her four seasons as a saber competitor with an incredible 2010-11 campaign. The top slasher for the Hawks won her second consecutive EWFC Saber Fencer of the Year plaque, tallied a 16-2 record at the EWFC Dual Meet Championship, finished second at the NIWFA Championships, placed third at the Northeast Regionals, and closed out her endeavors with an effort which ranked 22nd at the NCAA National Championships.
Career distinctions for Shifrin include becoming just the second EWFC representative to advance to the NCAA National Championships, notching the conference's best-ever Regional showing, and becoming the league's fifth multi-time Fencer of the Year in any weapon. Her academic accolades include placement on the Dean's List, earning a Richter Scholarship, and garnering the Ottenger Debate Award. Shifrin's extracurricular activities include performing on campus with both the Opera Club and Vocal Repertory Club.
Six fencers grabbing spots on this season's EWFC Woman of the Year honorable mention panel are Johns Hopkins University junior Lauren Chinn (Epee / Cellular & Molecular Biology), City College of New York senior Sarah Jafferali (Foil / English Literature & Jewish Studies), Haverford College senior Amanda Levinson (Foil / Psychology), Yeshiva University junior Elizabeth Penn (Epee / Psychology), Stevens Institute of Technology senior Meagan Ritter (Epee / Business & Technology), and Drew University freshman Amanda Rubin (Saber / Undecided).
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference completed its 11th season of action this winter. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign. Johns Hopkins University secured its second successive dual meet title by sewing up an unblemished 6-0 record in head-to-head matches this year.
SHIFRIN 22ND AT NCAA CHAMPIONSHIPS
STELLA SHIFRIN
2011 MARCH 27 / COLUMBUS, OH: Stella Shifrin of Hunter College has placed 22nd in the saber tournament at the season ending NCAA National Championships. The 2010 and 2011 EWFC Saber Fencer of the Year notched six victories in the round robin format matching up the country's top 24 competitors at Ohio State University.
Shifrin is the second Eastern Women's Fencing Conference representative to advance to the grandest stage in the nation, after Emma Buckingham of Haverford College previously accomplished the feat in 2008, and finished 15th in epee. A bronze medal showing at the recent Northeast Regionals catapulted Shifrin into the NCAA spotlight.
Rebecca Ward of Duke University claimed the women's saber championship, her second in three years, with a 15-12 title bout triumph over Eliza Stone of Princeton University. Those two headed an extremely competitive field that included nine entrants from Ivy League institutions, five from Big Ten schools, and only three from Division III.
The top eight placewinners in each of the sport's three weapons are named All-Americans at the conclusion of the NCAA Championships. Two dozen men and two dozen women qualify per category based on final performances at their respective regional events. Shifrin's bronze medal from two weeks ago provided her with automatic entry.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is now enjoying its 11th year. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University in 2007-08.
Shifrin is the second Eastern Women's Fencing Conference representative to advance to the grandest stage in the nation, after Emma Buckingham of Haverford College previously accomplished the feat in 2008, and finished 15th in epee. A bronze medal showing at the recent Northeast Regionals catapulted Shifrin into the NCAA spotlight.
Rebecca Ward of Duke University claimed the women's saber championship, her second in three years, with a 15-12 title bout triumph over Eliza Stone of Princeton University. Those two headed an extremely competitive field that included nine entrants from Ivy League institutions, five from Big Ten schools, and only three from Division III.
The top eight placewinners in each of the sport's three weapons are named All-Americans at the conclusion of the NCAA Championships. Two dozen men and two dozen women qualify per category based on final performances at their respective regional events. Shifrin's bronze medal from two weeks ago provided her with automatic entry.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is now enjoying its 11th year. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University in 2007-08.
NIWFA NAMES 2011 ACADEMIC TEAM
SARAH JAFFERALI
2011 MARCH 20 / BROOKLYN, NY: The National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association has publicized its 2010-11 Academic All-NIWFA Team, with six representatives from the Eastern Women's Fencing Conference listed among the 13 selections. Each institution in the NIWFA may nominate one individual for this award per year.
EWFC student-athletes chosen this season are Lauren Chinn (Epee / Johns Hopkins University), Catherine Divizio (Epee / Haverford College), Sarah Jafferali (Foil / City College of New York), Amanda Rubin (Saber / Drew University), Eliana Shaul (Foil / Yeshiva University), and Stephanie Spelman (Epee / Stevens Institute of Technology).
All seven EWFC programs are also time-honored partners in the National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association, the country's oldest and biggest league, which was founded in 1929 largely through the efforts of lthe egendary National Champion, United States Olympian, and eventual long-serving head coach at Hunter College, Julia Jones.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is in its 11th winter of existence. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University in 2007-08.
EWFC student-athletes chosen this season are Lauren Chinn (Epee / Johns Hopkins University), Catherine Divizio (Epee / Haverford College), Sarah Jafferali (Foil / City College of New York), Amanda Rubin (Saber / Drew University), Eliana Shaul (Foil / Yeshiva University), and Stephanie Spelman (Epee / Stevens Institute of Technology).
All seven EWFC programs are also time-honored partners in the National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association, the country's oldest and biggest league, which was founded in 1929 largely through the efforts of lthe egendary National Champion, United States Olympian, and eventual long-serving head coach at Hunter College, Julia Jones.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is in its 11th winter of existence. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University in 2007-08.
SHIFRIN BOUND FOR NCAA CHAMPIONSHIPS
STELLA SHIFRIN
2011 MARCH 13 / POUGHKEEPSIE, NY: Stella Shifrin of Hunter College has advanced to the NCAA National Championships after taking third place in the saber tournament at the 2011 Northeast Regionals. The 2010 and 2011 EWFC Saber Fencer of the Year's hardfought accomplishment makes her the conference's second participant to ever qualify for the intercollegiate finals.
She will join the top individuals and teams from four events held around the country this weekend as they move on to the culminating competition of the season at Ohio State University in two weeks. Former epee star Emma Buckingham of Haverford College was the only standout to previously represent the league on the national stage when she posted a 15th place showing in 2008.
Also laying down solid saber slates during the bouts at Vassar College were Natasha Matombo, who finished 27th for City College of New York, and Jillian Melnick of Hunter College in 35th. Irene Yenko of Hunter College claimed 30th place in foil, while Sarah Jafferali from City College of New York was 34th, and Ananda Osgood from City College of New York took 31st in epee.
Hunter College, City College of New York, and Yeshiva University are all classified into the Northeast Region by the NCAA. On the other hand, the remaining four EWFC programs -- Stevens Institute of Technology, Johns Hopkins University, Haverford College, and this season's host institution Drew University -- are longstanding partners who help form the Mid-Atlantic/South Region.
Leading the way in saber, Katherine Simeon of Johns Hopkins University finished 15th, while Shannon Horn of Haverford College snagged 17th. In foil, Katie Elbert of Haverford College took 15th, with EWFC Foil Fencer of the Year Jackie Heath of Johns Hopkins University ranking 18th. Krystal Perkins from Stevens Institute of Technology came in 17th to set the tone in epee.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is working to complete its 11th winter of action. League charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
She will join the top individuals and teams from four events held around the country this weekend as they move on to the culminating competition of the season at Ohio State University in two weeks. Former epee star Emma Buckingham of Haverford College was the only standout to previously represent the league on the national stage when she posted a 15th place showing in 2008.
Also laying down solid saber slates during the bouts at Vassar College were Natasha Matombo, who finished 27th for City College of New York, and Jillian Melnick of Hunter College in 35th. Irene Yenko of Hunter College claimed 30th place in foil, while Sarah Jafferali from City College of New York was 34th, and Ananda Osgood from City College of New York took 31st in epee.
Hunter College, City College of New York, and Yeshiva University are all classified into the Northeast Region by the NCAA. On the other hand, the remaining four EWFC programs -- Stevens Institute of Technology, Johns Hopkins University, Haverford College, and this season's host institution Drew University -- are longstanding partners who help form the Mid-Atlantic/South Region.
Leading the way in saber, Katherine Simeon of Johns Hopkins University finished 15th, while Shannon Horn of Haverford College snagged 17th. In foil, Katie Elbert of Haverford College took 15th, with EWFC Foil Fencer of the Year Jackie Heath of Johns Hopkins University ranking 18th. Krystal Perkins from Stevens Institute of Technology came in 17th to set the tone in epee.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is working to complete its 11th winter of action. League charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
TWO SILVER MEDALISTS AT NIWFA MEET
JACKIE HEATH
2011 MARCH 06 / BALTIMORE, MD: EWFC Foil Fencer of the Year Jackie Heath from Johns Hopkins University and two-time EWFC Saber Fencer of the Year Stella Shifrin from Hunter College have earned silver medals at the 2011 NIWFA Championships. Their outstanding finishes bring the league's all-time runner-up tally in the event to eight.
Perhaps drawing additional inspiration by the opportunity to compete at home against some of the nation's best talents, 2010 EWFC Foil Fencer of the Year Marion Trumbull joined her teammate near the top of the table with a fifth place showing. Katie Elbert of Haverford College closed out the day right behind her by grabbing the sixth spot.
Juliet Turalski from Stevens Institute of Technology took fourth in the saber standings, while Katherine Simeon of Johns Hopkins University ranked fifth, and Shannon Horn of Haverford College came in sixth. Anjali Baliga of Haverford College was the top epee contender from the conference as she wrapped up the tournament in fifth place.
All seven EWFC programs are also time-honored partners in the National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association, the country's oldest and biggest league, which was founded in 1929 largely through the efforts of the legendary National Champion, United States Olympian, and eventual long-serving head coach at Hunter College, Julia Jones.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is in its 11th winter of existence. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University in 2007-08.
Perhaps drawing additional inspiration by the opportunity to compete at home against some of the nation's best talents, 2010 EWFC Foil Fencer of the Year Marion Trumbull joined her teammate near the top of the table with a fifth place showing. Katie Elbert of Haverford College closed out the day right behind her by grabbing the sixth spot.
Juliet Turalski from Stevens Institute of Technology took fourth in the saber standings, while Katherine Simeon of Johns Hopkins University ranked fifth, and Shannon Horn of Haverford College came in sixth. Anjali Baliga of Haverford College was the top epee contender from the conference as she wrapped up the tournament in fifth place.
All seven EWFC programs are also time-honored partners in the National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association, the country's oldest and biggest league, which was founded in 1929 largely through the efforts of the legendary National Champion, United States Olympian, and eventual long-serving head coach at Hunter College, Julia Jones.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is in its 11th winter of existence. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University in 2007-08.
EWFC 2011 ALL-STAR HONORS ANNOUNCED
ELIZABETH PENN
2011 FEBRUARY 27 / HOBOKEN, NJ: Eastern Women's Fencing Conference commissioner Damion Jones has officially announced the 2010-11 EWFC All-Star Team. The squad consists of 27 student-athletes, nine from each of the three weapons classifications, and was selected based upon performances from the fifth annual EWFC Individual Championships at Stevens Institute of Technology. The league's team awards were also distributed at the conclusion of the day's schedule.
Denise O'Connor Foil Fencer of the Year honors were earned by Jackie Heath of Johns Hopkins University. The Foil First Team All-Stars were Johns Hopkins University squadmates Marion Trumbull and Jen Hession, Jessica Wang from City College of New York, and Alexis Clyburn from Stevens Institute of Technology. Recognized as Foil Second Team All-Stars were Sarah Jafferali from City College of New York, Stevens Institute of Technology duo Ann DeStefano and Alexandra Lyons, and Eliana Shaul of Yeshiva University.
Denise O'Connor Epee Fencer of the Year laurels went to Elizabeth Penn of Yeshiva University. The Epee First Team All-Stars were Stevens Institute of Technology tandem Krystal Perkins and Meagan Ritter, alongside City College of New York pair Ananda Osgood and Shwuyi Liu-Ma. Tabbed as Epee Second Team All-Stars were Stephanie Spelman from Stevens Institute of Technology, Wendy Mak of Hunter College, Avigayil Goldson from Yeshiva University, and Eve Sanoussi of Drew University.
Denise O'Connor Saber Fencer of the Year accolades were collected by Stella Shifrin of Hunter College for the second straight season. The Saber First Team All-Stars were Jillian Melnick of Hunter College and Juliet Turalski from Stevens Institute of Technology, as well as Johns Hopkins University combination Katherine Simeon and Mary Vitale. Named as Saber Second Team All-Stars were Stevens Institute of Technology twosome Krista Sticco and Emily Brandsdorfer, Natasha Matombo from City College of New York, and Emilia Domanowski of Drew University.
EWFC 2010-11 DENISE O'CONNOR FOIL FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Jackie Heath (Johns Hopkins University)
EWFC 2010-11 FOIL FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Marion Trumbull (Johns Hopkins University) **
- Jessica Wang (City College of New York) ***
- Jen Hession (Johns Hopkins University) **
- Alexis Clyburn (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
EWFC 2010-11 FOIL SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Sarah Jafferali (City College of New York) ***
- Ann DeStefano (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Alexandra Lyons (Stevens Institute of Technology) ***
- Eliana Shaul (Yeshiva University)
EWFC 2010-11 DENISE O'CONNOR EPEE FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Elizabeth Penn (Yeshiva University) **
EWFC 2010-11 EPEE FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Krystal Perkins (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Ananda Osgood (City College of New York)
- Meagan Ritter (Stevens Institute of Technology) ***
- Shwuyi Liu-Ma (City College of New York)
EWFC 2010-11 EPEE SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Stephanie Spelman (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Wendy Mak (Hunter College)
- Avigayil Goldson (Yeshiva University)
- Eve Sanoussi (Drew University)
EWFC 2010-11 DENISE O'CONNOR SABER FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Stella Shifrin (Hunter College) ***
EWFC 2010-11 SABER FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Jillian Melnick (Hunter College)
- Juliet Turalski (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
- Katherine Simeon (Johns Hopkins University)
- Mary Vitale (Johns Hopkins University) **
EWFC 2010-11 SABER SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Krista Sticco (Stevens Institute of Technology) ***
- Natasha Matombo (City College of New York)
- Emilia Domanowski (Drew University)
- Emily Brandsdorfer (Stevens Institute of Technology)
EWFC 2010-11 COACHING STAFF OF THE YEAR
- Johns Hopkins University
EWFC 2010-11 ROI GREEN MEMORIAL TEAM SPIRIT AWARD
- City College of New York
EWFC 2010-11 TOP FOIL SQUAD
- Johns Hopkins University
EWFC 2010-11 TOP EPEE SQUAD
- Stevens Institute of Technology
EWFC 2010-11 TOP SABER SQUAD
- Hunter College
Johns Hopkins University picked up the Coaching Staff of the Year award for the first time ever. Head coach Austin Young and his assistants directed the Blue Jays to an undefeated record at the EWFC Dual Meet Championship, hosted by Stevens Institute of Technology on February 20, as the school captured its second consecutive title by going 6-0 during the round robin event.
City College of New York topped a league poll to decide the Roi Green Memorial Team Spirit Award for the second successive season. This prize, named in remembrance of the late Beavers mentor, was established to annually acknowledge the program which best exhibits the ideals of civility in competition, fair play, and sportsmanship he espoused throughout his venerable career.
Separate weapons classification titles, based on overall team results from last weekend's EWFC Dual Meet Championship, were also acknowledged for the first time. Johns Hopkins University took the Top Foil Squad plaque, Stevens Institute of Technology obtained Top Epee Squad distinction, and Hunter College snagged the Top Saber Squad citation with the results of those bouts.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is working to complete its 11th winter of action. League charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
Denise O'Connor Foil Fencer of the Year honors were earned by Jackie Heath of Johns Hopkins University. The Foil First Team All-Stars were Johns Hopkins University squadmates Marion Trumbull and Jen Hession, Jessica Wang from City College of New York, and Alexis Clyburn from Stevens Institute of Technology. Recognized as Foil Second Team All-Stars were Sarah Jafferali from City College of New York, Stevens Institute of Technology duo Ann DeStefano and Alexandra Lyons, and Eliana Shaul of Yeshiva University.
Denise O'Connor Epee Fencer of the Year laurels went to Elizabeth Penn of Yeshiva University. The Epee First Team All-Stars were Stevens Institute of Technology tandem Krystal Perkins and Meagan Ritter, alongside City College of New York pair Ananda Osgood and Shwuyi Liu-Ma. Tabbed as Epee Second Team All-Stars were Stephanie Spelman from Stevens Institute of Technology, Wendy Mak of Hunter College, Avigayil Goldson from Yeshiva University, and Eve Sanoussi of Drew University.
Denise O'Connor Saber Fencer of the Year accolades were collected by Stella Shifrin of Hunter College for the second straight season. The Saber First Team All-Stars were Jillian Melnick of Hunter College and Juliet Turalski from Stevens Institute of Technology, as well as Johns Hopkins University combination Katherine Simeon and Mary Vitale. Named as Saber Second Team All-Stars were Stevens Institute of Technology twosome Krista Sticco and Emily Brandsdorfer, Natasha Matombo from City College of New York, and Emilia Domanowski of Drew University.
EWFC 2010-11 DENISE O'CONNOR FOIL FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Jackie Heath (Johns Hopkins University)
EWFC 2010-11 FOIL FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Marion Trumbull (Johns Hopkins University) **
- Jessica Wang (City College of New York) ***
- Jen Hession (Johns Hopkins University) **
- Alexis Clyburn (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
EWFC 2010-11 FOIL SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Sarah Jafferali (City College of New York) ***
- Ann DeStefano (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Alexandra Lyons (Stevens Institute of Technology) ***
- Eliana Shaul (Yeshiva University)
EWFC 2010-11 DENISE O'CONNOR EPEE FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Elizabeth Penn (Yeshiva University) **
EWFC 2010-11 EPEE FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Krystal Perkins (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Ananda Osgood (City College of New York)
- Meagan Ritter (Stevens Institute of Technology) ***
- Shwuyi Liu-Ma (City College of New York)
EWFC 2010-11 EPEE SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Stephanie Spelman (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Wendy Mak (Hunter College)
- Avigayil Goldson (Yeshiva University)
- Eve Sanoussi (Drew University)
EWFC 2010-11 DENISE O'CONNOR SABER FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Stella Shifrin (Hunter College) ***
EWFC 2010-11 SABER FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Jillian Melnick (Hunter College)
- Juliet Turalski (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
- Katherine Simeon (Johns Hopkins University)
- Mary Vitale (Johns Hopkins University) **
EWFC 2010-11 SABER SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Krista Sticco (Stevens Institute of Technology) ***
- Natasha Matombo (City College of New York)
- Emilia Domanowski (Drew University)
- Emily Brandsdorfer (Stevens Institute of Technology)
EWFC 2010-11 COACHING STAFF OF THE YEAR
- Johns Hopkins University
EWFC 2010-11 ROI GREEN MEMORIAL TEAM SPIRIT AWARD
- City College of New York
EWFC 2010-11 TOP FOIL SQUAD
- Johns Hopkins University
EWFC 2010-11 TOP EPEE SQUAD
- Stevens Institute of Technology
EWFC 2010-11 TOP SABER SQUAD
- Hunter College
Johns Hopkins University picked up the Coaching Staff of the Year award for the first time ever. Head coach Austin Young and his assistants directed the Blue Jays to an undefeated record at the EWFC Dual Meet Championship, hosted by Stevens Institute of Technology on February 20, as the school captured its second consecutive title by going 6-0 during the round robin event.
City College of New York topped a league poll to decide the Roi Green Memorial Team Spirit Award for the second successive season. This prize, named in remembrance of the late Beavers mentor, was established to annually acknowledge the program which best exhibits the ideals of civility in competition, fair play, and sportsmanship he espoused throughout his venerable career.
Separate weapons classification titles, based on overall team results from last weekend's EWFC Dual Meet Championship, were also acknowledged for the first time. Johns Hopkins University took the Top Foil Squad plaque, Stevens Institute of Technology obtained Top Epee Squad distinction, and Hunter College snagged the Top Saber Squad citation with the results of those bouts.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is working to complete its 11th winter of action. League charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
SECOND STRAIGHT TITLE FOR JOHNS HOPKINS
MARION TRUMBULL
2011 FEBRUARY 20 / HOBOKEN, NJ: Johns Hopkins University has taken the Eastern Women’s Fencing Conference Dual Meet Championship by going 6-0 against the rest of the league for the second consecutive season. The seven school round robin competition was conducted at Stevens Institute of Technology.
The Blue Jays amassed wins against Hunter College 19-8, City College of New York 23-4, Stevens Institute of Technology 17-10, Drew University 25-2, Haverford College 17-10, and Yeshiva University 23-4. The team’s third round showdown against Stevens Institute of Technology ultimately decided who won this year's title.
The Ducks settled for second place with a 5-1 mark on the day, while Haverford College ranked third at 4-2 for the second time in a row, and City College of New York wound up finishing fourth at 3-3. Rounding out this winter's EWFC standings were Hunter College at 2-4, Yeshiva University at 1-5, and Drew University at 0-6.
Helping pave the way for the back to back triumph by Johns Hopkins University was a 14-4 record in epee by Komal Kumar. The foil squad was quite impressive with Jackie Heath at 11-0, Jen Hession at 11-4, and Marion Trumbull at 9-0. Kathleen Rand led the saber group at 13-4 while Katherine Simeon went 12-3.
EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP .... 2011 FEBRUARY 20 .... HOBOKEN, NJ
R1: JHU 19-8 Hunter .................. CCNY 20-7 Drew .................. Stevens 22-5 Yeshiva
R2: Haverford 23-4 Drew ............... Hunter 16-11 Yeshiva ............... JHU 23-4 CCNY
R3: Haverford 20-7 CCNY .............. JHU 17-10 Stevens ............... Hunter 22-5 Drew
R4: Stevens 20-7 CCNY ............... JHU 25-2 Drew ............... Haverford 23-4 Yeshiva
R5: Stevens 18-9 Hunter ........... CCNY 17-10 Yeshiva ........... JHU 17-10 Haverford
R6: JHU 23-4 Yeshiva .............. Haverford 20-7 Hunter .............. Stevens 24-3 Drew
R7: Yeshiva 21-6 Drew ......... Stevens 17-10 Haverford ......... CCNY 16-11 Hunter
FINAL TEAM STANDINGS FROM 2010-11 EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP
6-0: Johns Hopkins University
5-1: Stevens Institute of Technology
4-2: Haverford College
3-3: City College of New York
2-4: Hunter College
1-5: Yeshiva University
0-6: Drew University
The EWFC is also acknowledging separate weapons classifications titles this winter for the first time ever. Leaving the series of bouts with these new prizes are Johns Hopkins University as the Top Foil Squad, Stevens Institute of Technology as the Top Epee Squad, and Hunter College as the Top Saber Squad.
The Eastern Women’s Fencing Conference is currently in its 11th season of existence. The league was established during the 2000-01 campaign, and implemented the single-day Dual Meet Championship format in 2002-03. Stevens Institute of Technology last hosted this annual event in the winter of 2005-06.
EWFC charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined in the organization by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
The league’s seven programs will meet on the strips again next week, as Stevens Institute of Technology hosts the EWFC Individual Championships in Hoboken, NJ. All-Conference awards will be conferred upon 27 fencers, nine from each of the three weapons categories, following the end of the day’s schedule.
The Blue Jays amassed wins against Hunter College 19-8, City College of New York 23-4, Stevens Institute of Technology 17-10, Drew University 25-2, Haverford College 17-10, and Yeshiva University 23-4. The team’s third round showdown against Stevens Institute of Technology ultimately decided who won this year's title.
The Ducks settled for second place with a 5-1 mark on the day, while Haverford College ranked third at 4-2 for the second time in a row, and City College of New York wound up finishing fourth at 3-3. Rounding out this winter's EWFC standings were Hunter College at 2-4, Yeshiva University at 1-5, and Drew University at 0-6.
Helping pave the way for the back to back triumph by Johns Hopkins University was a 14-4 record in epee by Komal Kumar. The foil squad was quite impressive with Jackie Heath at 11-0, Jen Hession at 11-4, and Marion Trumbull at 9-0. Kathleen Rand led the saber group at 13-4 while Katherine Simeon went 12-3.
EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP .... 2011 FEBRUARY 20 .... HOBOKEN, NJ
R1: JHU 19-8 Hunter .................. CCNY 20-7 Drew .................. Stevens 22-5 Yeshiva
R2: Haverford 23-4 Drew ............... Hunter 16-11 Yeshiva ............... JHU 23-4 CCNY
R3: Haverford 20-7 CCNY .............. JHU 17-10 Stevens ............... Hunter 22-5 Drew
R4: Stevens 20-7 CCNY ............... JHU 25-2 Drew ............... Haverford 23-4 Yeshiva
R5: Stevens 18-9 Hunter ........... CCNY 17-10 Yeshiva ........... JHU 17-10 Haverford
R6: JHU 23-4 Yeshiva .............. Haverford 20-7 Hunter .............. Stevens 24-3 Drew
R7: Yeshiva 21-6 Drew ......... Stevens 17-10 Haverford ......... CCNY 16-11 Hunter
FINAL TEAM STANDINGS FROM 2010-11 EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP
6-0: Johns Hopkins University
5-1: Stevens Institute of Technology
4-2: Haverford College
3-3: City College of New York
2-4: Hunter College
1-5: Yeshiva University
0-6: Drew University
The EWFC is also acknowledging separate weapons classifications titles this winter for the first time ever. Leaving the series of bouts with these new prizes are Johns Hopkins University as the Top Foil Squad, Stevens Institute of Technology as the Top Epee Squad, and Hunter College as the Top Saber Squad.
The Eastern Women’s Fencing Conference is currently in its 11th season of existence. The league was established during the 2000-01 campaign, and implemented the single-day Dual Meet Championship format in 2002-03. Stevens Institute of Technology last hosted this annual event in the winter of 2005-06.
EWFC charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined in the organization by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
The league’s seven programs will meet on the strips again next week, as Stevens Institute of Technology hosts the EWFC Individual Championships in Hoboken, NJ. All-Conference awards will be conferred upon 27 fencers, nine from each of the three weapons categories, following the end of the day’s schedule.
EWFC 2011 CHAMPIONSHIP INFORMATION
EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP
2011 FEBRUARY 20
10:00 AM
STEVENS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
(HOBOKEN, NJ)
EWFC INDIVIDUAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
2011 FEBRUARY 27
10:00 AM
STEVENS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
(HOBOKEN, NJ)
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is in its 11th year of competition in 2010-11. We look forward to presenting a great championship schedule.
2011 FEBRUARY 20
10:00 AM
STEVENS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
(HOBOKEN, NJ)
EWFC INDIVIDUAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
2011 FEBRUARY 27
10:00 AM
STEVENS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
(HOBOKEN, NJ)
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is in its 11th year of competition in 2010-11. We look forward to presenting a great championship schedule.
ADDITIONAL EWFC AWARDS INTRODUCED
2010 AUGUST 25 / HOBOKEN, NJ: Eastern Women's Fencing Conference founder Linda Vollkommer-Lynch and commissioner Damion Jones have announced the creation of three new team honors for the league. These distinctions -- Top Foil Squad, Top Epee Squad, and Top Saber Squad -- will help enhance an expanded recognition catalogue, while further boosting the acknowledgment of excellence among student-athletes and programs, in a diverse array of areas.
This trio of plaques will be awarded to the groups of competitors who forge the best head-to-head records in their particular weapons classifications at the annual EWFC Dual Meet Championship. While the ultimate goal, as always, remains the overall team title, opportunities to contend for more specified accolades should generate additional allure for everyone in attendance, and reinforce the level of intensity when all seven conference institutions meet up on the strips.
Another laurel set to be handed out for the first time next season is the Commissioner's Appreciation Award. This citation is designated for individuals endeavoring behind the scenes to help make the league's events a resounding success for all of the participating student-athletes, officials, and spectators. It will also serve as a means of showing extra appreciation to people who continue to make welcome contributions as the EWFC proceeds through its second decade.
With the introduction of these four commendations to the conference pantheon, the league continues its growth in the realm of commitment to saluting, promoting, and acclaiming the efforts of its student-athletes, coaches, and supporters. The Fencer of the Year trophies are also being renamed after US Olympian and Hall of Fame member Denise O'Connor, a longtime backer who has donated the prizes handed out to championship winners for most of the last 10 winters.
The EWFC is now beginning its 11th year of competition. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 title clash, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign. JHU captured the dual meet championship for the first time ever by putting together an impeccable 6-0 record in last winter's tournament.
This trio of plaques will be awarded to the groups of competitors who forge the best head-to-head records in their particular weapons classifications at the annual EWFC Dual Meet Championship. While the ultimate goal, as always, remains the overall team title, opportunities to contend for more specified accolades should generate additional allure for everyone in attendance, and reinforce the level of intensity when all seven conference institutions meet up on the strips.
Another laurel set to be handed out for the first time next season is the Commissioner's Appreciation Award. This citation is designated for individuals endeavoring behind the scenes to help make the league's events a resounding success for all of the participating student-athletes, officials, and spectators. It will also serve as a means of showing extra appreciation to people who continue to make welcome contributions as the EWFC proceeds through its second decade.
With the introduction of these four commendations to the conference pantheon, the league continues its growth in the realm of commitment to saluting, promoting, and acclaiming the efforts of its student-athletes, coaches, and supporters. The Fencer of the Year trophies are also being renamed after US Olympian and Hall of Fame member Denise O'Connor, a longtime backer who has donated the prizes handed out to championship winners for most of the last 10 winters.
The EWFC is now beginning its 11th year of competition. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 title clash, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign. JHU captured the dual meet championship for the first time ever by putting together an impeccable 6-0 record in last winter's tournament.
BUCKINGHAM NAMED 2010 WOMAN OF THE YEAR
EMMA BUCKINGHAM
2010 MAY 18 / HOBOKEN, NJ: Eastern Women's Fencing Conference commissioner Damion Jones has announced the choice of Haverford College senior Emma Buckingham as the recipient of the league's third-ever Woman of the Year award. This accolade -- established to annually recognize the fencer who best combines the triple standards of excellence in academics, success in athletics, and participation in extracurricular activities -- was decided by a postseason vote among the seven EWFC head coaches.
Buckingham, an Archaeology & Classics double major from Houston, TX, culminated her four-year career as an epee competitor with an excellent 2009-10 season. The standard setter for the Fords was tabbed an EWFC First Team All-Star, accumulated an 11-6 record at the EWFC Dual Meet Championship, placed second at the EWFC Individual Championships, won the NIWFA Championship, and wrapped up her campaign with a 13th place showing at the Mid-Atlantic/South Regionals. She was also an Academic All-NIWFA honoree.
Career decorations for Buckingham include finishing 15th at the NCAA National Championships in 2008, and earning four EWFC All-Star nods, highlighted by Epee Fencer of the Year laurels in both 2008 and 2009. Her title-winning performance at this winter's NIWFA Championships is also just the third such triumph by a league representative. The Keys Prize for Excellence in Archaeology holder has also been involved in a wide range of extracurricular activities, including the Arts House Board, WHRC Radio Station, and Haverford Review.
Six fencers named to this season's EWFC Woman of the Year honorable mention squad are Stevens Institute of Technology senior Erica Mondadori (Saber / Engineering Management), Yeshiva University senior Chana Gila Ovits (Epee / Biology), Drew University senior Alicia Rapp (Saber / English), Hunter College senior Nicole Schirmer (Saber / Community Health Education), Johns Hopkins University junior Mary Vitale (Saber / Environmental Engineering), and City College of New York sophomore Jessica Wang (Foil / Civil Engineering).
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference celebrated its tenth anniversary this winter. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign. Johns Hopkins University captured the league's dual meet title for the first time ever by fashioning an undefeated 6-0 record in this year's conference bouts.
Buckingham, an Archaeology & Classics double major from Houston, TX, culminated her four-year career as an epee competitor with an excellent 2009-10 season. The standard setter for the Fords was tabbed an EWFC First Team All-Star, accumulated an 11-6 record at the EWFC Dual Meet Championship, placed second at the EWFC Individual Championships, won the NIWFA Championship, and wrapped up her campaign with a 13th place showing at the Mid-Atlantic/South Regionals. She was also an Academic All-NIWFA honoree.
Career decorations for Buckingham include finishing 15th at the NCAA National Championships in 2008, and earning four EWFC All-Star nods, highlighted by Epee Fencer of the Year laurels in both 2008 and 2009. Her title-winning performance at this winter's NIWFA Championships is also just the third such triumph by a league representative. The Keys Prize for Excellence in Archaeology holder has also been involved in a wide range of extracurricular activities, including the Arts House Board, WHRC Radio Station, and Haverford Review.
Six fencers named to this season's EWFC Woman of the Year honorable mention squad are Stevens Institute of Technology senior Erica Mondadori (Saber / Engineering Management), Yeshiva University senior Chana Gila Ovits (Epee / Biology), Drew University senior Alicia Rapp (Saber / English), Hunter College senior Nicole Schirmer (Saber / Community Health Education), Johns Hopkins University junior Mary Vitale (Saber / Environmental Engineering), and City College of New York sophomore Jessica Wang (Foil / Civil Engineering).
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference celebrated its tenth anniversary this winter. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign. Johns Hopkins University captured the league's dual meet title for the first time ever by fashioning an undefeated 6-0 record in this year's conference bouts.
NIWFA PICKS 2010 ACADEMIC TEAM
SHANI ZITTER
2010 MARCH 21 / BROOKLYN, NY: The National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association has unveiled its 2009-10 Academic All-NIWFA Team, with four student-athletes from the Eastern Women's Fencing Conference prominent among the 11 standouts. Each institution in the NIWFA can nominate one individual for this honor per year.
EWFC representatives recognized this season are Danielle Bisson (Foil / Stevens Institute of Technology), Emma Buckingham (Epee / Haverford College), Jessica Wang (Foil / City College of New York), and Shani Zitter (Foil / Yeshiva University). They and the other seven choices are applauded for their scholastic and sporting achievements.
All seven EWFC programs are also time-honored partners in the National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association, the country's oldest and biggest league, which was founded in 1929 largely through the efforts of the legendary National Champion, United States Olympian, and eventual long-serving head coach at Hunter College, Julia Jones.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is in its tenth winter of competition. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University in 2007-08.
EWFC representatives recognized this season are Danielle Bisson (Foil / Stevens Institute of Technology), Emma Buckingham (Epee / Haverford College), Jessica Wang (Foil / City College of New York), and Shani Zitter (Foil / Yeshiva University). They and the other seven choices are applauded for their scholastic and sporting achievements.
All seven EWFC programs are also time-honored partners in the National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association, the country's oldest and biggest league, which was founded in 1929 largely through the efforts of the legendary National Champion, United States Olympian, and eventual long-serving head coach at Hunter College, Julia Jones.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is in its tenth winter of competition. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University in 2007-08.
CHINN LEADS EWFC FENCERS AT REGIONALS
LAUREN CHINN
2010 MARCH 14 / MADISON, NJ: Lauren Chinn of Johns Hopkins University has emerged as the top finisher among Eastern Women's Fencing Conference competitors by placing 10th in the epee tournament at the 2010 Mid-Atlantic/South Regionals. The leading individuals from four events held around the country this weekend qualify for the NCAA National Championships.
In addition to Chinn, this season's EWFC Epee Fencer of the Year, the league was well represented in the weapon. Emma Buckingham of Haverford College, the 2008 and 2009 Epee Fencer of the Year, grabbed the 13th spot. She was trailed by Krystal Perkins from Stevens Institute of Technology, who ranked 14th, and Komal Kumar of Johns Hopkins University in 16th.
Making an impression in saber was Juliet Turalski from Stevens Institute of Technology, with a 17th place showing, while Mary Vitale of Johns Hopkins University ended up 20th. The EWFC Foil Fencer of the Year, Marion Trumbull of Johns Hopkins University, paced her contingent by nailing down 20th. She was followed by Rupinder Garcha of Haverford College at 22nd.
Johns Hopkins University, Haverford College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and host team Drew University are all classified into the Mid-Atlantic/South Region by the NCAA. On the other hand, the remaining three EWFC institutions -- Hunter College, City College of New York, and Yeshiva University -- are in the Northeast Region, whose event took place at Brown University.
Hunter College duo Nicole Schirmer and EWFC Saber Fencer of the Year Stella Shifrin led the league's entrants in that category by tying for 20th place. Elizabeth Penn of Yeshiva University wound up 32nd in epee, while Wendy Mak of Hunter College took 36th. Jessica Wang from City College of New York was 34th in foil, just ahead of teammate Karyn Czapnik in 35th.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is proudly celebrating its tenth anniversary this winter. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
In addition to Chinn, this season's EWFC Epee Fencer of the Year, the league was well represented in the weapon. Emma Buckingham of Haverford College, the 2008 and 2009 Epee Fencer of the Year, grabbed the 13th spot. She was trailed by Krystal Perkins from Stevens Institute of Technology, who ranked 14th, and Komal Kumar of Johns Hopkins University in 16th.
Making an impression in saber was Juliet Turalski from Stevens Institute of Technology, with a 17th place showing, while Mary Vitale of Johns Hopkins University ended up 20th. The EWFC Foil Fencer of the Year, Marion Trumbull of Johns Hopkins University, paced her contingent by nailing down 20th. She was followed by Rupinder Garcha of Haverford College at 22nd.
Johns Hopkins University, Haverford College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and host team Drew University are all classified into the Mid-Atlantic/South Region by the NCAA. On the other hand, the remaining three EWFC institutions -- Hunter College, City College of New York, and Yeshiva University -- are in the Northeast Region, whose event took place at Brown University.
Hunter College duo Nicole Schirmer and EWFC Saber Fencer of the Year Stella Shifrin led the league's entrants in that category by tying for 20th place. Elizabeth Penn of Yeshiva University wound up 32nd in epee, while Wendy Mak of Hunter College took 36th. Jessica Wang from City College of New York was 34th in foil, just ahead of teammate Karyn Czapnik in 35th.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is proudly celebrating its tenth anniversary this winter. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
BUCKINGHAM WINS NIWFA CHAMPIONSHIP
EMMA BUCKINGHAM
2010 MARCH 07 / WEST POINT, NY: Emma Buckingham of Haverford College has made history by winning the NIWFA Championship in the epee classification. Her impressive victory at the US Military Academy is only the third by an Eastern Women's Fencing Conference competitor since the league kicked off during the 2000-01 season.
Buckingham, the 2008 and 2009 EWFC Epee Fencer of the Year, had plenty of conference company joining her near the top of the standings. Komal Kumar from Johns Hopkins University took third place, followed by Katie Galpin of Drew University snagging fourth, and Krystal Perkins from Stevens Institute of Technology holding the fifth slot.
This season's EWFC Foil Fencer of the Year, Marion Trumbull of Johns Hopkins University, finished third in that weapon as the day came to a close. In saber, Nicole Schirmer from Hunter College put together a fourth place showing, while 2009 EWFC Saber Fencer of the Year Alicia Rapp of Drew University ranked fifth in the tournament.
All seven EWFC programs are also time-honored partners in the National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association, the country's oldest and biggest league, which was founded in 1929 largely through the efforts of the legendary National Champion, United States Olympian, and eventual long-serving head coach at Hunter College, Julia Jones.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is in its tenth winter of competition. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University in 2007-08.
Buckingham, the 2008 and 2009 EWFC Epee Fencer of the Year, had plenty of conference company joining her near the top of the standings. Komal Kumar from Johns Hopkins University took third place, followed by Katie Galpin of Drew University snagging fourth, and Krystal Perkins from Stevens Institute of Technology holding the fifth slot.
This season's EWFC Foil Fencer of the Year, Marion Trumbull of Johns Hopkins University, finished third in that weapon as the day came to a close. In saber, Nicole Schirmer from Hunter College put together a fourth place showing, while 2009 EWFC Saber Fencer of the Year Alicia Rapp of Drew University ranked fifth in the tournament.
All seven EWFC programs are also time-honored partners in the National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association, the country's oldest and biggest league, which was founded in 1929 largely through the efforts of the legendary National Champion, United States Olympian, and eventual long-serving head coach at Hunter College, Julia Jones.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is in its tenth winter of competition. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University in 2007-08.
EWFC 2010 ALL-STAR HONORS ANNOUNCED
LAUREN CHINN
2010 FEBRUARY 28 / HOBOKEN, NJ: Eastern Women's Fencing Conference commissioner Damion Jones has officially announced the 2009-10 EWFC All-Star Team. Consisting of 27 student-athletes, nine from each of the three weapons classifications, the squad was selected based upon performances from the fourth annual EWFC Individual Championships at Stevens Institute of Technology. The league's team awards were also handed out at the conclusion of the day's activities.
Foil Fencer of the Year accolades were earned by Marion Trumbull of Johns Hopkins University. The Foil First Team All-Stars were Jessica Wang from City College of New York, Stevens Institute of Technology squadmates Danielle Bisson and Alexandra Lyons, and Colleen Stone of Johns Hopkins University. Named as Foil Second Team All-Stars were City College of New York duo Karyn Czapnik and Sarah Jafferali, Alexis Clyburn from Stevens Institute of Technology, and Rebecca Church of Haverford College.
Epee Fencer of the Year honors went to Lauren Chinn from Johns Hopkins University. The Epee First Team All-Stars were Emma Buckingham of Haverford College, Briana Nieradka from Stevens Institute of Technology, and Drew University tandem Katie Galpin and Allison Walters. Recognized as Epee Second Team All-Stars were Yeshiva University pair Elizabeth Penn and Chana Gila Ovits, Meagan Ritter from Stevens Institute of Technology, and Corinne Warren of Johns Hopkins University.
Saber Fencer of the Year laurels were collected by Stella Shifrin from Hunter College. The Saber First Team All-Stars were Alicia Rapp of Drew University, Mary Vitale from Johns Hopkins University, Nicole Schirmer of Hunter College, and Juliet Turalski from Stevens Institute of Technology. Tabbed as Saber Second Team All-Stars were Stevens Institute of Technology combination Krista Sticco and Erica Mondadori, alongside Haverford College twosome Francesca Behling and Alejandra Chacon.
EWFC 2009-10 FOIL FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Marion Trumbull (Johns Hopkins University)
EWFC 2009-10 FOIL FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Jessica Wang (City College of New York) **
- Danielle Bisson (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Colleen Stone (Johns Hopkins University)
- Alexandra Lyons (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
EWFC 2009-10 FOIL SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Karyn Czapnik (City College of New York)
- Alexis Clyburn (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Rebecca Church (Haverford College) ***
- Sarah Jafferali (City College of New York) **
EWFC 2009-10 EPEE FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Lauren Chinn (Johns Hopkins University)
EWFC 2009-10 EPEE FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Emma Buckingham (Haverford College) ****
- Briana Nieradka (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Katie Galpin (Drew University) **
- Allison Walters (Drew University) ****
EWFC 2009-10 EPEE SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Elizabeth Penn (Yeshiva University)
- Meagan Ritter (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
- Corinne Warren (Johns Hopkins University)
- Chana Gila Ovits (Yeshiva University)
EWFC 2009-10 SABER FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Stella Shifrin (Hunter College) **
EWFC 2009-10 SABER FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Alicia Rapp (Drew University) ****
- Mary Vitale (Johns Hopkins University)
- Nicole Schirmer (Hunter College) ***
- Juliet Turalski (Stevens Institute of Technology)
EWFC 2009-10 SABER SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Krista Sticco (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
- Francesca Behling (Haverford College)
- Alejandra Chacon (Haverford College)
- Erica Mondadori (Stevens Institute of Technology) ***
EWFC 2009-10 COACHING STAFF OF THE YEAR
- Haverford College
EWFC 2009-10 ROI GREEN MEMORIAL TEAM SPIRIT AWARD
- City College of New York
Haverford College garnered the Coaching Staff of the Year award for the first time ever. Head coach Chris Spencer and his assistants guided the Fords to a third place finish at the EWFC Dual Meet Championship, hosted by Hunter College on February 21st, only 12 months removed from winning their initial conference title with the annual team event being held in their home facility.
City College of New York prevailed in a league vote to lay claim to the Roi Green Memorial Team Spirit Award for the first time ever. This homage, named in remembrance of the late Beavers mentor, was implemented to annually acknowledge the program which best exhibits the ideals of civility in competition, fair play, and sportsmanship he promoted throughout his venerable career.
Johns Hopkins University won last week's EWFC Dual Meet Championship for the first time with a 6-0 record. Stevens Institute of Technology finished in the runner-up slot with a 5-1 mark. Haverford College placed third with a 4-2 slate while Drew University ranked fourth at 3-3. City College of New York (2-4), Hunter College (1-5), and Yeshiva University (0-6) rounded out the standings.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is proudly celebrating its tenth anniversary this winter. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
Foil Fencer of the Year accolades were earned by Marion Trumbull of Johns Hopkins University. The Foil First Team All-Stars were Jessica Wang from City College of New York, Stevens Institute of Technology squadmates Danielle Bisson and Alexandra Lyons, and Colleen Stone of Johns Hopkins University. Named as Foil Second Team All-Stars were City College of New York duo Karyn Czapnik and Sarah Jafferali, Alexis Clyburn from Stevens Institute of Technology, and Rebecca Church of Haverford College.
Epee Fencer of the Year honors went to Lauren Chinn from Johns Hopkins University. The Epee First Team All-Stars were Emma Buckingham of Haverford College, Briana Nieradka from Stevens Institute of Technology, and Drew University tandem Katie Galpin and Allison Walters. Recognized as Epee Second Team All-Stars were Yeshiva University pair Elizabeth Penn and Chana Gila Ovits, Meagan Ritter from Stevens Institute of Technology, and Corinne Warren of Johns Hopkins University.
Saber Fencer of the Year laurels were collected by Stella Shifrin from Hunter College. The Saber First Team All-Stars were Alicia Rapp of Drew University, Mary Vitale from Johns Hopkins University, Nicole Schirmer of Hunter College, and Juliet Turalski from Stevens Institute of Technology. Tabbed as Saber Second Team All-Stars were Stevens Institute of Technology combination Krista Sticco and Erica Mondadori, alongside Haverford College twosome Francesca Behling and Alejandra Chacon.
EWFC 2009-10 FOIL FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Marion Trumbull (Johns Hopkins University)
EWFC 2009-10 FOIL FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Jessica Wang (City College of New York) **
- Danielle Bisson (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Colleen Stone (Johns Hopkins University)
- Alexandra Lyons (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
EWFC 2009-10 FOIL SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Karyn Czapnik (City College of New York)
- Alexis Clyburn (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Rebecca Church (Haverford College) ***
- Sarah Jafferali (City College of New York) **
EWFC 2009-10 EPEE FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Lauren Chinn (Johns Hopkins University)
EWFC 2009-10 EPEE FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Emma Buckingham (Haverford College) ****
- Briana Nieradka (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Katie Galpin (Drew University) **
- Allison Walters (Drew University) ****
EWFC 2009-10 EPEE SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Elizabeth Penn (Yeshiva University)
- Meagan Ritter (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
- Corinne Warren (Johns Hopkins University)
- Chana Gila Ovits (Yeshiva University)
EWFC 2009-10 SABER FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Stella Shifrin (Hunter College) **
EWFC 2009-10 SABER FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Alicia Rapp (Drew University) ****
- Mary Vitale (Johns Hopkins University)
- Nicole Schirmer (Hunter College) ***
- Juliet Turalski (Stevens Institute of Technology)
EWFC 2009-10 SABER SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Krista Sticco (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
- Francesca Behling (Haverford College)
- Alejandra Chacon (Haverford College)
- Erica Mondadori (Stevens Institute of Technology) ***
EWFC 2009-10 COACHING STAFF OF THE YEAR
- Haverford College
EWFC 2009-10 ROI GREEN MEMORIAL TEAM SPIRIT AWARD
- City College of New York
Haverford College garnered the Coaching Staff of the Year award for the first time ever. Head coach Chris Spencer and his assistants guided the Fords to a third place finish at the EWFC Dual Meet Championship, hosted by Hunter College on February 21st, only 12 months removed from winning their initial conference title with the annual team event being held in their home facility.
City College of New York prevailed in a league vote to lay claim to the Roi Green Memorial Team Spirit Award for the first time ever. This homage, named in remembrance of the late Beavers mentor, was implemented to annually acknowledge the program which best exhibits the ideals of civility in competition, fair play, and sportsmanship he promoted throughout his venerable career.
Johns Hopkins University won last week's EWFC Dual Meet Championship for the first time with a 6-0 record. Stevens Institute of Technology finished in the runner-up slot with a 5-1 mark. Haverford College placed third with a 4-2 slate while Drew University ranked fourth at 3-3. City College of New York (2-4), Hunter College (1-5), and Yeshiva University (0-6) rounded out the standings.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is proudly celebrating its tenth anniversary this winter. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
JOHNS HOPKINS CAPTURES 2010 DUAL TITLE
SOFIA DEBENEDICTIS
2010 FEBRUARY 21 / NEW YORK, NY: Johns Hopkins University has won the 2009-10 Eastern Women’s Fencing Conference Dual Meet Championship with a 6-0 mark against the rest of the league after a long but very exciting day of competition. The round robin series was held at the Hunter College Sportsplex.
The Blue Jays triumphed over Yeshiva University 17-10, Drew University 18-9, Stevens Institute of Technology 14-13, Hunter College 19-8, City College of New York 14-13, and Haverford College 14-13. The final match, pitting Johns Hopkins against defending titleholder Haverford, reversed last year’s most pivotal result.
Stevens Institute of Technology placed second with a 5-1 record during the tournament, while Haverford College finished third at 4-2, and Drew University ended up fourth at 3-3. Completing the remainder of the EWFC standings were City College of New York at 2-4, Hunter College at 1-5, and Yeshiva University at 0-6.
The Blue Jays were led by Sofia DeBenedictis, who went 18-0 in foil bouts, while Marion Trumbull posted an 11-1 slate, and Colleen Stone was 11-7. Komal Kumar paced the epee squad with a 14-4 slate, while Lauren Chinn added a 6-0 ledger, and both Mary Vitale and Katie Herman went 12-6 in saber.
EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP ... 2010 FEBRUARY 21 ... NEW YORK, NY
R1: Haverford 20-7 Hunter ......... Drew 15-12 Yeshiva ......... Stevens 16-11 CCNY
R2: Drew 15-12 CCNY ............... Stevens 22-5 Hunter ................ JHU 17-10 Yeshiva
R3: JHU 18-9 Drew ............. Stevens 15-12 Haverford ............. CCNY 16-11 Hunter
R4: Hunter 19-8 Yeshiva ............ Haverford 19-8 CCNY ............. JHU 14-13 Stevens
R5: Haverford 18-9 Drew ................ JHU 19-8 Hunter ................ CCNY 19-8 Yeshiva
R6: Stevens 17-10 Drew ............ JHU 14-13 CCNY ............. Haverford 18-9 Yeshiva
R7: Stevens 26-1 Yeshiva ........... Drew 14-13 Hunter ........... JHU 14-13 Haverford
FINAL TEAM STANDINGS FROM 2009-10 EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP
6-0: Johns Hopkins University
5-1: Stevens Institute of Technology
4-2: Haverford College
3-3: Drew University
2-4: City College of New York
1-5: Hunter College
0-6: Yeshiva University
Johns Hopkins University claims its first EWFC Dual Meet Championship in the school’s third winter as a league participant. Haverford College had earned its initial crown last February, ending a six-year run at the top by Drew University, and the two maiden titles were taken by Stevens Institute of Technology.
The Eastern Women’s Fencing Conference is celebrating its tenth anniversary this season. The league was established during the 2000-01 campaign, and implemented the single-day Dual Meet Championship format in 2002-03. Hunter College also hosted that inaugural event at the team’s underground facility.
EWFC charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined in the conference by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
The league’s seven programs will meet on the strips again next week, as Stevens Institute of Technology hosts the EWFC Individual Championships in Hoboken, NJ. All-Conference honors will be bestowed upon 27 fencers, nine from each of the three weapons categories, at the conclusion of the day’s activities.
The Blue Jays triumphed over Yeshiva University 17-10, Drew University 18-9, Stevens Institute of Technology 14-13, Hunter College 19-8, City College of New York 14-13, and Haverford College 14-13. The final match, pitting Johns Hopkins against defending titleholder Haverford, reversed last year’s most pivotal result.
Stevens Institute of Technology placed second with a 5-1 record during the tournament, while Haverford College finished third at 4-2, and Drew University ended up fourth at 3-3. Completing the remainder of the EWFC standings were City College of New York at 2-4, Hunter College at 1-5, and Yeshiva University at 0-6.
The Blue Jays were led by Sofia DeBenedictis, who went 18-0 in foil bouts, while Marion Trumbull posted an 11-1 slate, and Colleen Stone was 11-7. Komal Kumar paced the epee squad with a 14-4 slate, while Lauren Chinn added a 6-0 ledger, and both Mary Vitale and Katie Herman went 12-6 in saber.
EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP ... 2010 FEBRUARY 21 ... NEW YORK, NY
R1: Haverford 20-7 Hunter ......... Drew 15-12 Yeshiva ......... Stevens 16-11 CCNY
R2: Drew 15-12 CCNY ............... Stevens 22-5 Hunter ................ JHU 17-10 Yeshiva
R3: JHU 18-9 Drew ............. Stevens 15-12 Haverford ............. CCNY 16-11 Hunter
R4: Hunter 19-8 Yeshiva ............ Haverford 19-8 CCNY ............. JHU 14-13 Stevens
R5: Haverford 18-9 Drew ................ JHU 19-8 Hunter ................ CCNY 19-8 Yeshiva
R6: Stevens 17-10 Drew ............ JHU 14-13 CCNY ............. Haverford 18-9 Yeshiva
R7: Stevens 26-1 Yeshiva ........... Drew 14-13 Hunter ........... JHU 14-13 Haverford
FINAL TEAM STANDINGS FROM 2009-10 EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP
6-0: Johns Hopkins University
5-1: Stevens Institute of Technology
4-2: Haverford College
3-3: Drew University
2-4: City College of New York
1-5: Hunter College
0-6: Yeshiva University
Johns Hopkins University claims its first EWFC Dual Meet Championship in the school’s third winter as a league participant. Haverford College had earned its initial crown last February, ending a six-year run at the top by Drew University, and the two maiden titles were taken by Stevens Institute of Technology.
The Eastern Women’s Fencing Conference is celebrating its tenth anniversary this season. The league was established during the 2000-01 campaign, and implemented the single-day Dual Meet Championship format in 2002-03. Hunter College also hosted that inaugural event at the team’s underground facility.
EWFC charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined in the conference by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
The league’s seven programs will meet on the strips again next week, as Stevens Institute of Technology hosts the EWFC Individual Championships in Hoboken, NJ. All-Conference honors will be bestowed upon 27 fencers, nine from each of the three weapons categories, at the conclusion of the day’s activities.
EWFC 2010 CHAMPIONSHIP INFORMATION
EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP
2010 FEBRUARY 21
10:00 AM
HUNTER COLLEGE
(NEW YORK, NY)
EWFC INDIVIDUAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
2010 FEBRUARY 28
10:00 AM
STEVENS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
(HOBOKEN, NJ)
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference celebrates its tenth anniversary in 2009-10. We look forward to presenting a fine championship schedule.
2010 FEBRUARY 21
10:00 AM
HUNTER COLLEGE
(NEW YORK, NY)
EWFC INDIVIDUAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
2010 FEBRUARY 28
10:00 AM
STEVENS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
(HOBOKEN, NJ)
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference celebrates its tenth anniversary in 2009-10. We look forward to presenting a fine championship schedule.
SODON VOTED IN AS 2009 WOMAN OF THE YEAR
LAURA SODON
2009 MAY 29 / HOBOKEN, NJ: Eastern Women's Fencing Conference commissioner Damion Jones has announced the selection of Stevens Institute of Technology senior Laura Sodon as the winner of the league's second Woman of the Year award. This honor -- implemented to annually recognize the senior fencer who best combines the triple standards of excellence in academics, success in athletics, and participation in extracurricular activities -- was decided through a postseason poll of the EWFC's seven head coaches.
Sodon, a Mathematics major from West Milford, NJ, concluded her four seasons as a saber competitor with a memorable 2008-09 campaign. The squad leader for the Ducks was named an EWFC First Team All-Star, compiled a 14-4 record at the EWFC Dual Meet Championship, placed fifth at the EWFC Individual Championships, finished 17th at the NIWFA Christmas Invitational, and closed out her endeavors with a 25th place showing at the Mid-Atlantic/South Regionals. She was also awarded Academic All-NIWFA laurels.
In addition to those distinctions, Sodon also made history by becoming the first saber fencer to earn EWFC All-Star status every season she competed in the league, a feat accomplished just nine times overall across all three of the sport's weapons. Away from the strips, she has been involved in a diverse assortment of extracurricular activities. Sodon's resume includes participation in the Concert Band, WCPR Radio Station, and Anime Club at Stevens Institute of Technology. She has been a mainstay on the Dean's List as well.
Six additional fencers receiving honorable mention accolades for this season's EWFC Woman of the Year selection are Drew University senior Naomi Bocarsly (Epee / Psychology), Hunter College senior Janill Briones (Epee / Psychology), Johns Hopkins University senior Ying Guo (Epee / Neuroscience), Yeshiva University senior Sophia Marmor (Saber / History), Haverford College senior Melanie Preston (Epee / Growth & Structure of Cities), and City College of New York senior Kristel Shu (Saber / History).
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is currently wrapping up its ninth year of competition. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign. Haverford College earned the league's dual meet title for the first time ever thanks to an unblemished 6-0 record in conference matches this winter.
Sodon, a Mathematics major from West Milford, NJ, concluded her four seasons as a saber competitor with a memorable 2008-09 campaign. The squad leader for the Ducks was named an EWFC First Team All-Star, compiled a 14-4 record at the EWFC Dual Meet Championship, placed fifth at the EWFC Individual Championships, finished 17th at the NIWFA Christmas Invitational, and closed out her endeavors with a 25th place showing at the Mid-Atlantic/South Regionals. She was also awarded Academic All-NIWFA laurels.
In addition to those distinctions, Sodon also made history by becoming the first saber fencer to earn EWFC All-Star status every season she competed in the league, a feat accomplished just nine times overall across all three of the sport's weapons. Away from the strips, she has been involved in a diverse assortment of extracurricular activities. Sodon's resume includes participation in the Concert Band, WCPR Radio Station, and Anime Club at Stevens Institute of Technology. She has been a mainstay on the Dean's List as well.
Six additional fencers receiving honorable mention accolades for this season's EWFC Woman of the Year selection are Drew University senior Naomi Bocarsly (Epee / Psychology), Hunter College senior Janill Briones (Epee / Psychology), Johns Hopkins University senior Ying Guo (Epee / Neuroscience), Yeshiva University senior Sophia Marmor (Saber / History), Haverford College senior Melanie Preston (Epee / Growth & Structure of Cities), and City College of New York senior Kristel Shu (Saber / History).
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is currently wrapping up its ninth year of competition. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign. Haverford College earned the league's dual meet title for the first time ever thanks to an unblemished 6-0 record in conference matches this winter.
NIWFA NAMES 2009 ACADEMIC TEAM
NAOMI BOCARSLY
2009 MARCH 15 / BROOKLYN, NY: The National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association has publicized its 2008-09 Academic All-NIWFA Team, with five representatives from the Eastern Women's Fencing Conference listed among the 12 selections. Each institution in the NIWFA may nominate one individual for this award per year.
EWFC student-athletes chosen this season are Naomi Bocarsly (Epee / Drew University), Sarah Jafferali (Foil / City College of New York), Christina Lio (Foil / Hunter College), Sophia Marmor (Saber / Yeshiva University), and Laura Sodon (Saber / Stevens Institute of Technology). They and the other seven picks are applauded for their efforts.
All seven EWFC programs are also time-honored partners in the National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association, the country's oldest and biggest league, which was founded in 1929 largely through the efforts of the legendary National Champion, United States Olympian, and eventual long-serving head coach at Hunter College, Julia Jones.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is in its ninth winter of existence. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University in 2007-08.
EWFC student-athletes chosen this season are Naomi Bocarsly (Epee / Drew University), Sarah Jafferali (Foil / City College of New York), Christina Lio (Foil / Hunter College), Sophia Marmor (Saber / Yeshiva University), and Laura Sodon (Saber / Stevens Institute of Technology). They and the other seven picks are applauded for their efforts.
All seven EWFC programs are also time-honored partners in the National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association, the country's oldest and biggest league, which was founded in 1929 largely through the efforts of the legendary National Champion, United States Olympian, and eventual long-serving head coach at Hunter College, Julia Jones.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is in its ninth winter of existence. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University in 2007-08.
EWFC ENTRANTS FARE WELL AT REGIONALS
ALICIA RAPP
2009 MARCH 08 / MADISON, NJ: Lauren Chinn of Johns Hopkins University and two-time EWFC Epee Fencer of the Year Emma Buckingham from Haverford College have finished eighth and ninth, respectively, at the 2009 Mid-Atlantic/South Regionals. The top individuals from four events held around the country this weekend qualify for the NCAA National Championships.
Rachel Cannell from Stevens Institute of Technology claimed the 17th slot, while teammate Sureen Nita Roslan was 20th, and 2007 EWFC Epee Fencer of the Year Naomi Bocarsly from Drew University snagged 22nd. In saber, Mary Vitale of Johns Hopkins University placed 12th, while 2009 EWFC Saber Fencer of the Year Alicia Rapp from Drew University ranked 13th.
The league's foil contenders were paced by Amanda Levinson of Haverford College taking 19th in the category. Johns Hopkins University squadmates Grace Fried and Katie Kim were close behind, coming in 21st and 22nd, respectively. Trailing them were Alice Clark of Haverford College in 23rd, and Sophia DeBenedictis of Johns Hopkins University at 24th on the chart.
Johns Hopkins University, Haverford College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and host program Drew University are all classified into the Mid-Atlantic/South Region by the NCAA. On the other hand, the remaining three EWFC teams -- Hunter College, City College of New York, and Yeshiva University -- are part of the Northeast Region, whose tournament was contested at MIT.
Centhia Obi of Hunter College led those participants by finishing 24th in epee, while Chana Gila Ovits of Yeshiva University grabbed 35th. Hunter College duo Stella Shifrin and Nicole Schirmer turned in saber performances of 26th and 27th, respectively, while Kristel Shu from City College of New York was 30th. Christina Lio of Hunter College came in 33rd in foil action.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is now wrapping up its ninth winter of competition. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
Rachel Cannell from Stevens Institute of Technology claimed the 17th slot, while teammate Sureen Nita Roslan was 20th, and 2007 EWFC Epee Fencer of the Year Naomi Bocarsly from Drew University snagged 22nd. In saber, Mary Vitale of Johns Hopkins University placed 12th, while 2009 EWFC Saber Fencer of the Year Alicia Rapp from Drew University ranked 13th.
The league's foil contenders were paced by Amanda Levinson of Haverford College taking 19th in the category. Johns Hopkins University squadmates Grace Fried and Katie Kim were close behind, coming in 21st and 22nd, respectively. Trailing them were Alice Clark of Haverford College in 23rd, and Sophia DeBenedictis of Johns Hopkins University at 24th on the chart.
Johns Hopkins University, Haverford College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and host program Drew University are all classified into the Mid-Atlantic/South Region by the NCAA. On the other hand, the remaining three EWFC teams -- Hunter College, City College of New York, and Yeshiva University -- are part of the Northeast Region, whose tournament was contested at MIT.
Centhia Obi of Hunter College led those participants by finishing 24th in epee, while Chana Gila Ovits of Yeshiva University grabbed 35th. Hunter College duo Stella Shifrin and Nicole Schirmer turned in saber performances of 26th and 27th, respectively, while Kristel Shu from City College of New York was 30th. Christina Lio of Hunter College came in 33rd in foil action.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is now wrapping up its ninth winter of competition. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
CHINN & VITALE SHINE AT NIWFA MEET
MARY VITALE
2009 MARCH 01 / NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ: Lauren Chinn (epee) and Mary Vitale (saber) of Johns Hopkins University have both collected silver medals at the 2009 NIWFA Championships, hosted by Rutgers University, to lead a solid day for the Eastern Women's Fencing Conference. Their showings bump the league's all-time runner-up tally to six.
Chinn was trailed in the standings by Emma Buckingham of Haverford College, the 2008 and 2009 EWFC Epee Fencer of the Year, who finished in third place. Rachel Cannell from Stevens Institute of Technology took fourth. In the foil tournament, Grace Fried of Johns Hopkins University ranked third, while teammate Katie Kim ended up ninth.
Vitale was followed in order by Johns Hopkins University teammate Alysson Mondoro, who closed out the event in fourth place, while 2009 EWFC Saber Fencer of the Year Alicia Rapp from Drew University grabbed the fifth spot. Nicole Schirmer of Hunter College slashed her way to ninth in the category to wrap up the highlights for the league.
All seven conference programs are also longtime partners in the National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association, the country's oldest and biggest league, which was founded in 1929 largely through the efforts of the legendary National Champion, United States Olympian, and eventual long-serving head coach at Hunter College, Julia Jones.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is in its ninth winter of existence. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University in 2007-08.
Chinn was trailed in the standings by Emma Buckingham of Haverford College, the 2008 and 2009 EWFC Epee Fencer of the Year, who finished in third place. Rachel Cannell from Stevens Institute of Technology took fourth. In the foil tournament, Grace Fried of Johns Hopkins University ranked third, while teammate Katie Kim ended up ninth.
Vitale was followed in order by Johns Hopkins University teammate Alysson Mondoro, who closed out the event in fourth place, while 2009 EWFC Saber Fencer of the Year Alicia Rapp from Drew University grabbed the fifth spot. Nicole Schirmer of Hunter College slashed her way to ninth in the category to wrap up the highlights for the league.
All seven conference programs are also longtime partners in the National Intercollegiate Women's Fencing Association, the country's oldest and biggest league, which was founded in 1929 largely through the efforts of the legendary National Champion, United States Olympian, and eventual long-serving head coach at Hunter College, Julia Jones.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is in its ninth winter of existence. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University in 2007-08.
EWFC 2009 ALL-STAR HONORS ANNOUNCED
JEN HESSION
2009 FEBRUARY 22 / HOBOKEN, NJ: Eastern Women's Fencing Conference commissioner Damion Jones has officially announced the 2008-09 EWFC All-Star Team. The squad consists of 27 student-athletes, nine from each of the three weapons classifications, and was selected based upon performances from the third annual EWFC Individual Championships at Stevens Institute of Technology. The league's team awards were also distributed at the conclusion of the day's schedule.
Foil Fencer of the Year laurels were earned by Jen Hession of Johns Hopkins University. The Foil First Team All-Stars were Sofia DeBenedictis of Johns Hopkins University, Jessica Wang from City College of New York, Alexandra Lyons from Stevens Institute of Technology, and Amanda Levinson of Haverford College. Tabbed as Foil Second Team All-Stars were Rebecca Church of Haverford College, Sarah Jafferali from City College of New York, Christina Lio of Hunter College, and Khairun Nisa Aziz from Stevens Institute of Technology.
Epee Fencer of the Year accolades went to Emma Buckingham of Haverford College for the second straight season. The Epee First Team All-Stars were Drew University pair Allison Walters and Katie Galpin, Centhia Obi of Hunter College, and Meagan Ritter from Stevens Institute of Technology. Named as Epee Second Team All-Stars were Ying Guo of Johns Hopkins University, Naomi Bocarsly from Drew University, Melanie Preston of Haverford College, and Lynette Peguero from City College of New York.
Saber Fencer of the Year honors were collected by Alicia Rapp of Drew University. The Saber First Team All-Stars were Hunter College combination Nicole Schirmer and Stella Shifrin, Carlin MacNichol of Drew University, and Laura Sodon from Stevens Institute of Technology. Recognized as Saber Second Team All-Stars were Stevens Institute of Technology twosome Erica Mondadori and Krista Sticco, Amanda Tarallo of Drew University, and Katie Herman from Johns Hopkins University.
EWFC 2008-09 FOIL FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Jen Hession (Johns Hopkins University)
EWFC 2008-09 FOIL FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Sofia DeBenedictis (Johns Hopkins University) **
- Jessica Wang (City College of New York)
- Alexandra Lyons (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Amanda Levinson (Haverford College)
EWFC 2008-09 FOIL SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Rebecca Church (Haverford College) **
- Sarah Jafferali (City College of New York)
- Christina Lio (Hunter College) ***
- Khairun Nisa Aziz (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
EWFC 2008-09 EPEE FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Emma Buckingham (Haverford College) ***
EWFC 2008-09 EPEE FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Allison Walters (Drew University) ***
- Centhia Obi (Hunter College) **
- Meagan Ritter (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Katie Galpin (Drew University)
EWFC 2008-09 EPEE SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Ying Guo (Johns Hopkins University)
- Naomi Bocarsly (Drew University) ****
- Melanie Preston (Haverford College) ****
- Lynette Peguero (City College of New York) **
EWFC 2008-09 SABER FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Alicia Rapp (Drew University) ***
EWFC 2008-09 SABER FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Nicole Schirmer (Hunter College) **
- Carlin MacNichol (Drew University) **
- Stella Shifrin (Hunter College)
- Laura Sodon (Stevens Institute of Technology) ****
EWFC 2008-09 SABER SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Erica Mondadori (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
- Amanda Tarallo (Drew University)
- Katie Herman (Johns Hopkins University)
- Krista Sticco (Stevens Institute of Technology)
EWFC 2008-09 COACHING STAFF OF THE YEAR
- City College of New York
EWFC 2008-09 ROI GREEN MEMORIAL TEAM SPIRIT AWARD
- Yeshiva University
City College of New York picked up the Coaching Staff of the Year award for the second time in a row. Head coach Paul Yuen and his assistants directed the Beavers to a fifth place showing at the EWFC Dual Meet Championship, hosted by Haverford College on February 15th, and were hailed by the conference for improving their position in the standings for the third straight winter.
Yeshiva University topped a league poll to emerge holding the Roi Green Memorial Team Spirit Award for the first time. This prize, named in remembrance of the late City College of New York mentor, was established to annually acknowledge the program which best exhibits the ideals of civility in competition, fair play, and sportsmanship he espoused throughout his venerable career.
Last week's action saw Haverford College win its first EWFC Dual Meet Championship with a 6-0 record. Johns Hopkins University snagged the runner-up spot at 5-1, while number three Drew University went 4-2, with its six-year title reign coming to an end. Trailing were Stevens Institute of Technology (3-3), City College of New York (2-4), Hunter College (1-5), and Yeshiva University (0-6).
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is currently wrapping up its ninth winter of competition. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
Foil Fencer of the Year laurels were earned by Jen Hession of Johns Hopkins University. The Foil First Team All-Stars were Sofia DeBenedictis of Johns Hopkins University, Jessica Wang from City College of New York, Alexandra Lyons from Stevens Institute of Technology, and Amanda Levinson of Haverford College. Tabbed as Foil Second Team All-Stars were Rebecca Church of Haverford College, Sarah Jafferali from City College of New York, Christina Lio of Hunter College, and Khairun Nisa Aziz from Stevens Institute of Technology.
Epee Fencer of the Year accolades went to Emma Buckingham of Haverford College for the second straight season. The Epee First Team All-Stars were Drew University pair Allison Walters and Katie Galpin, Centhia Obi of Hunter College, and Meagan Ritter from Stevens Institute of Technology. Named as Epee Second Team All-Stars were Ying Guo of Johns Hopkins University, Naomi Bocarsly from Drew University, Melanie Preston of Haverford College, and Lynette Peguero from City College of New York.
Saber Fencer of the Year honors were collected by Alicia Rapp of Drew University. The Saber First Team All-Stars were Hunter College combination Nicole Schirmer and Stella Shifrin, Carlin MacNichol of Drew University, and Laura Sodon from Stevens Institute of Technology. Recognized as Saber Second Team All-Stars were Stevens Institute of Technology twosome Erica Mondadori and Krista Sticco, Amanda Tarallo of Drew University, and Katie Herman from Johns Hopkins University.
EWFC 2008-09 FOIL FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Jen Hession (Johns Hopkins University)
EWFC 2008-09 FOIL FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Sofia DeBenedictis (Johns Hopkins University) **
- Jessica Wang (City College of New York)
- Alexandra Lyons (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Amanda Levinson (Haverford College)
EWFC 2008-09 FOIL SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Rebecca Church (Haverford College) **
- Sarah Jafferali (City College of New York)
- Christina Lio (Hunter College) ***
- Khairun Nisa Aziz (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
EWFC 2008-09 EPEE FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Emma Buckingham (Haverford College) ***
EWFC 2008-09 EPEE FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Allison Walters (Drew University) ***
- Centhia Obi (Hunter College) **
- Meagan Ritter (Stevens Institute of Technology)
- Katie Galpin (Drew University)
EWFC 2008-09 EPEE SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Ying Guo (Johns Hopkins University)
- Naomi Bocarsly (Drew University) ****
- Melanie Preston (Haverford College) ****
- Lynette Peguero (City College of New York) **
EWFC 2008-09 SABER FENCER OF THE YEAR
- Alicia Rapp (Drew University) ***
EWFC 2008-09 SABER FIRST TEAM ALL-STARS
- Nicole Schirmer (Hunter College) **
- Carlin MacNichol (Drew University) **
- Stella Shifrin (Hunter College)
- Laura Sodon (Stevens Institute of Technology) ****
EWFC 2008-09 SABER SECOND TEAM ALL-STARS
- Erica Mondadori (Stevens Institute of Technology) **
- Amanda Tarallo (Drew University)
- Katie Herman (Johns Hopkins University)
- Krista Sticco (Stevens Institute of Technology)
EWFC 2008-09 COACHING STAFF OF THE YEAR
- City College of New York
EWFC 2008-09 ROI GREEN MEMORIAL TEAM SPIRIT AWARD
- Yeshiva University
City College of New York picked up the Coaching Staff of the Year award for the second time in a row. Head coach Paul Yuen and his assistants directed the Beavers to a fifth place showing at the EWFC Dual Meet Championship, hosted by Haverford College on February 15th, and were hailed by the conference for improving their position in the standings for the third straight winter.
Yeshiva University topped a league poll to emerge holding the Roi Green Memorial Team Spirit Award for the first time. This prize, named in remembrance of the late City College of New York mentor, was established to annually acknowledge the program which best exhibits the ideals of civility in competition, fair play, and sportsmanship he espoused throughout his venerable career.
Last week's action saw Haverford College win its first EWFC Dual Meet Championship with a 6-0 record. Johns Hopkins University snagged the runner-up spot at 5-1, while number three Drew University went 4-2, with its six-year title reign coming to an end. Trailing were Stevens Institute of Technology (3-3), City College of New York (2-4), Hunter College (1-5), and Yeshiva University (0-6).
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is currently wrapping up its ninth winter of competition. Charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
HAVERFORD SURGES TO EWFC TITLE AT HOME
AMANDA LEVINSON
2009 FEBRUARY 15 / PHILADELPHIA, PA: Haverford College has halted one of the nation's longest title streaks by running up a 6-0 record at the 2008-09 Eastern Women's Fencing Conference Dual Meet Championship. The ascendence of the Fords wrested the trophy from six-time league winner Drew University.
The host team prevailed against Yeshiva University 21-6, Stevens Institute of Technology 17-10, Hunter College 18-9, Drew University 15-12, City College of New York 21-6, and Johns Hopkins University 14-13. The squad's last match of the day, against Johns Hopkins University, decided who would wear the crown.
The Blue Jays ended up placing second with a 5-1 ledger, while Drew University slipped to third at 4-2, and Stevens Institute of Technology ranked fourth with a 3-3 slate. Rounding out the rest of this year's EWFC standings were City College of New York at 2-4, Hunter College at 1-5, and Yeshiva University at 1-6.
Playing a prominent role in leading the Fords to victory was a 17-1 foil mark by Alice Clark, while Amanda Levinson went 16-2, and Rebecca Church finished 13-3. Emma Buckingham went 14-3 in epee while Vanessa Pena wound up 12-4. Kelsey Cantwell sparked the saber contingent with a 12-6 showing.
EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP . 2009 FEBRUARY 15 . PHILADELPHIA, PA
R1: JHU 16-11 Drew .............. Stevens 18-9 Hunter ............. Haverford 21-6 Yeshiva
R2: Haverford 17-10 Stevens .......... CCNY 15-12 Hunter .......... Drew 26-1 Yeshiva
R3: Haverford 18-9 Hunter ............... CCNY 22-5 Yeshiva ............... JHU 21-6 Stevens
R4: JHU 19-8 Hunter ................ Haverford 15-12 Drew ............... Stevens 19-8 CCNY
R5: Haverford 21-6 CCNY ............... Drew 17-10 Stevens .............. JHU 25-2 Yeshiva
R6: Drew 20-7 CCNY ................ Haverford 14-13 JHU ............... Hunter 19-8 Yeshiva
R7: Stevens 24-3 Yeshiva ................... JHU 22-5 CCNY ................... Drew 21-6 Hunter
FINAL TEAM STANDINGS FROM 2008-09 EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP
6-0: Haverford College
5-1: Johns Hopkins University
4-2: Drew University
3-3: Stevens Institute of Technology
2-4: City College of New York
1-5: Hunter College
0-6: Yeshiva University
Haverford College locks up its initial EWFC Dual Meet Championship to cap the school's fourth winter in the league, following a trio of third place finishes. Drew University had been impressive in repeatedly rising to the top over the past six years. Stevens Institute of Technology collected the maiden pair of titles.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is now in its ninth season of competition. The league was established during the 2000-01 campaign, and implemented the single-day Dual Meet Championship format in 2002-03. Haverford College was serving as host of the round robin tournament for the first time ever.
EWFC charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined in the conference by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
The league’s seven programs will meet on the strips again next week, as Stevens Institute of Technology hosts the EWFC Individual Championships in Hoboken, NJ. All-Conference awards will be conferred upon 27 fencers, nine from each of the three weapons categories, following the end of the day’s schedule.
The host team prevailed against Yeshiva University 21-6, Stevens Institute of Technology 17-10, Hunter College 18-9, Drew University 15-12, City College of New York 21-6, and Johns Hopkins University 14-13. The squad's last match of the day, against Johns Hopkins University, decided who would wear the crown.
The Blue Jays ended up placing second with a 5-1 ledger, while Drew University slipped to third at 4-2, and Stevens Institute of Technology ranked fourth with a 3-3 slate. Rounding out the rest of this year's EWFC standings were City College of New York at 2-4, Hunter College at 1-5, and Yeshiva University at 1-6.
Playing a prominent role in leading the Fords to victory was a 17-1 foil mark by Alice Clark, while Amanda Levinson went 16-2, and Rebecca Church finished 13-3. Emma Buckingham went 14-3 in epee while Vanessa Pena wound up 12-4. Kelsey Cantwell sparked the saber contingent with a 12-6 showing.
EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP . 2009 FEBRUARY 15 . PHILADELPHIA, PA
R1: JHU 16-11 Drew .............. Stevens 18-9 Hunter ............. Haverford 21-6 Yeshiva
R2: Haverford 17-10 Stevens .......... CCNY 15-12 Hunter .......... Drew 26-1 Yeshiva
R3: Haverford 18-9 Hunter ............... CCNY 22-5 Yeshiva ............... JHU 21-6 Stevens
R4: JHU 19-8 Hunter ................ Haverford 15-12 Drew ............... Stevens 19-8 CCNY
R5: Haverford 21-6 CCNY ............... Drew 17-10 Stevens .............. JHU 25-2 Yeshiva
R6: Drew 20-7 CCNY ................ Haverford 14-13 JHU ............... Hunter 19-8 Yeshiva
R7: Stevens 24-3 Yeshiva ................... JHU 22-5 CCNY ................... Drew 21-6 Hunter
FINAL TEAM STANDINGS FROM 2008-09 EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP
6-0: Haverford College
5-1: Johns Hopkins University
4-2: Drew University
3-3: Stevens Institute of Technology
2-4: City College of New York
1-5: Hunter College
0-6: Yeshiva University
Haverford College locks up its initial EWFC Dual Meet Championship to cap the school's fourth winter in the league, following a trio of third place finishes. Drew University had been impressive in repeatedly rising to the top over the past six years. Stevens Institute of Technology collected the maiden pair of titles.
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is now in its ninth season of competition. The league was established during the 2000-01 campaign, and implemented the single-day Dual Meet Championship format in 2002-03. Haverford College was serving as host of the round robin tournament for the first time ever.
EWFC charter members City College of New York, Hunter College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Yeshiva University were joined in the conference by Drew University for the 2002-03 championships, Haverford College during the 2005-06 season, and Johns Hopkins University as of the 2007-08 campaign.
The league’s seven programs will meet on the strips again next week, as Stevens Institute of Technology hosts the EWFC Individual Championships in Hoboken, NJ. All-Conference awards will be conferred upon 27 fencers, nine from each of the three weapons categories, following the end of the day’s schedule.
EWFC 2009 CHAMPIONSHIP INFORMATION
EWFC DUAL MEET CHAMPIONSHIP
2009 FEBRUARY 15
9:00 AM
HAVERFORD COLLEGE
(PHILADELPHIA, PA)
EWFC INDIVIDUAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
2009 FEBRUARY 22
10:00 AM
STEVENS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
(HOBOKEN, NJ)
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is in its ninth year of action in 2008-09. We look forward to presenting an excellent championship schedule.
2009 FEBRUARY 15
9:00 AM
HAVERFORD COLLEGE
(PHILADELPHIA, PA)
EWFC INDIVIDUAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
2009 FEBRUARY 22
10:00 AM
STEVENS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
(HOBOKEN, NJ)
The Eastern Women's Fencing Conference is in its ninth year of action in 2008-09. We look forward to presenting an excellent championship schedule.