Columbia Lions fencing
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The Columbia Lions fencing team represents Columbia University in the sport of fencing. The team competes in the Ivy League and is one of the most successful collegiate fencing programs in the United States. The team trains and hosts its home meets at the Dodge Fitness Center on the university's Morningside Heights campus in New York City.
History[edit | edit source]
The Columbia Lions fencing program was established in 1898, making it one of the oldest collegiate fencing programs in the country. Over the years, the team has produced numerous NCAA champions and Olympians. The program has a rich tradition of excellence and has consistently been a dominant force in collegiate fencing.
Achievements[edit | edit source]
The Columbia Lions fencing team has won multiple NCAA Fencing Championships, with both the men's and women's teams achieving significant success. The team has also produced several individual NCAA champions and All-Americans. The Lions have a strong presence in the Ivy League, frequently winning the Ivy League Championships.
Coaching Staff[edit | edit source]
The current head coach of the Columbia Lions fencing team is Michael Aufrichtig, who has been with the program since 2011. Under his leadership, the team has continued to excel, maintaining its status as one of the top fencing programs in the nation.
Notable Alumni[edit | edit source]
The Columbia Lions fencing program has produced many notable alumni who have gone on to achieve success in both national and international competitions. Some of these alumni include:
- James Williams - Olympic silver medalist
- Nzingha Prescod - World Championship medalist
- Nicole Ross - Olympian and World Championship medalist
Facilities[edit | edit source]
The team trains at the Dodge Fitness Center, which is equipped with state-of-the-art fencing facilities. The center provides the team with the necessary resources to train and compete at the highest level.
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- Columbia University
- Ivy League
- NCAA Fencing Championships
- Dodge Fitness Center
- Michael Aufrichtig
- James Williams (fencer)
- Nzingha Prescod
- Nicole Ross
See Also[edit | edit source]
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