Sport of Fencing
- Fencing, the art of swordsmanship, has been practiced for centuries. Early on, it involved deadly combat or the notorious "duel." Now, it is a quest for Olympic gold.
- Fencing is the ultimate mind-body sport. The complex nature of fencing has led some to refer to it as "physical chess." It develops speed, agility, balance and intelligence -- its participants must make slit-second decisions and take immediate actions. Yet, it is a sport that can be enjoyed by a vast array of enthusiasts -- regardless of gender, age or even body type. Furthermore, both full-bodied and the physically disabled can participate!
- Whether you want to sword-play for fun, aspire to become an advanced or Olympic fencer, or simply develop a taste for the sport, the Kentucky Division has a number of clubs to advance the traditions of fencing.
- The Kentucky Division serves a diverse community that encompasses a wide range of ages, fencing abilities, socio-economic levels and beliefs, but we all share a common love of fencing and desire to promote the sport as part of the United States Fencing Association (USFA).
KY Division Competitions
- The following provides Kentucky Division Fencing competitions for the 2008-2009 season. Additional information and pre-registration for all Kentucky Division events can be found at www.askfred.net.
Kentucky Division RYC - 2008 - Dec 20, 2008 - Dec 21, 2008
Ky Div New Years Open/ JO Qualifier 2009 - Jan 3, 2009
Kentucky Division SYC - 2009 - Apr 10, 2009 - Apr 12, 2009
Ky Div Derby Open/Summer National Qualifier '09 - May 9, 2009
Ky Div Summer National Warmup 2009 - Jun 13, 2009
Great Lakes Section Competitions
- The Kentucky Division is part of the Great Lakes Section. In addition to Kentucky, the Great Lakes Section includes: Indiana, Michigan & Ohio. A complete list of Great Lakes events can be found at www.columbusfencing.org/gls.
USFA Tournament Calendar
- 2008-2009 USFA Tournament Dates & Event Locations are listed below. For additional information and entry deadlines please go to www.usfencing.org.
o December 12-14, 2008 (Fri-Sun) Division I/Veteran - Colorado Springs, CO
o January 16-19, 2009 (Fri-Mon) Division I/Junior - Louisville, KY
o February 13-16, 2009 (Fri-Mon) Junior Olympic Championships - Albuquerque, NM
o February 27-March 2, 2009 (Fri.-Mon.) Division II/III/Veteran/Wheelchair - Atlanta, GA
o April 24-27, 2009 (Fri-Mon) Division I/Youth 14/12/10 - Portland, OR
o July 3-12, 2009 (Fri.-Sun) Summer National Championships - Grapevine, TX
KY Officers
- The KY Division Officers for 2007-2010 are:
o President: Patrick T. Kelly, 8007 Vinecrest Ave. Lou. KY 40222
o Vice President: Marcia Pierce
o Secretary: Dawn Wilson
o Treasurer: Kathy Sweeton-Windsor
o Contact email: usfakydiv@insightbb.com
KY Division-USFA, 1468 S Sixth Street, Louisville, 40208, Attn Kathy Sweeton-Windsor