First to 15: The USA Fencing Podcast

First to 15: The USA Fencing Podcast

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First to 15: The USA Fencing Podcast episodes

  • Anne Cebula on the Three-Year Plan to Making the Olympic Games

    Our guest is Anne Cebula, an epee fencer who has recently qualified for the Olympic Games Paris 2024.

    Anne's journey from first watching fencing at the 2008 Olympics in Beijing to becoming a national champion and now an Olympian in the sport is nothing short of inspirational. 

    She's navigated the competitive landscape of fencing with grace, strategy and an unwavering love for the sport.

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    • NBCOlympics.com story on Anne
    • Barnard Magazine piece on Anne

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    First to 15: The Official Podcast of USA Fencing

    Host: Bryan Wendell

    Cover art: Manna Creations

    Theme music: Brian Sanyshyn

    28 min
  • Mitchell Saron on How His Unique Diet and Training Program Led to an Olympic Spot

    In this episode, recording live at the April NAC, we welcome Mitchell Saron, a Team USA men’s saber athlete, recent Harvard graduate and newly minted member of Team USA for the Olympic Games Paris 2024.

     

    Mitchell has turned his childhood dream into an Olympic pursuit. He’s also taken an unusual and strategic approach to his diet and training. So let’s ask him about the routines that keep him at the top of his game and explore the Harvard connection that seems to be a hallmark of success in men’s saber.

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    First to 15: The Official Podcast of USA Fencing

    Host: Bryan Wendell

    Cover art: Manna Creations

    Theme music: Brian Sanyshyn

    24 min
  • Eli Dershwitz on Winning Worlds and How He’s Approaching His Third Olympics Differently

    Our guest is Eli Dershwitz, the 2023 World Champion who became the first American man to clinch the title in men's saber at Senior Worlds. He also had a legendary college career, with four Ivy League and two NCAA championships under his belt. And now, he's on the path to his third Olympic appearance.

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    First to 15: The Official Podcast of USA Fencing

    Host: Bryan Wendell

    Cover art: Manna Creations

    Theme music: Brian Sanyshyn

    23 min
  • Margherita Guzzi Vincenti on Her Journey from Growing Up in Milan to Representing Team USA the Olympics

    In this episode, we're joined by Margherita Guzzi Vincenti — a World Cup gold medalist, a dedicated coach at Notre Dame, and now an Olympic qualifier for Paris 2024.

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    First to 15: The Official Podcast of USA Fencing

    Host: Bryan Wendell

    Cover art: Manna Creations

    Theme music: Brian Sanyshyn

    32 min
  • Courtney Hurley on Her Growth Across Three Olympic Games

    Courtney's journey through the world of fencing spans over two decades, showcasing her resilience, skill, and passion for the sport. From her collegiate days at Notre Dame, to her recent coaching role at the University of the Incarnate Word. So much in between Courtney's story is inspiring, it's a story of dedication and success. 

    Today, we're going to talk about that career, and her adventures on and off the strip, and then what life looks like through the eyes of an Olympic medalist. 

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    • Follow Courtney on Instagram

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    First to 15: The Official Podcast of USA Fencing

    Host: Bryan Wendell

    Cover art: Manna Creations

    Theme music: Brian Sanyshyn

    33 min
  • Brandon Rochelle, Tournament Committee Chair, Takes Us Behind the Scenes of Running a Tournament

    Our guest is Brandon Rochelle, Tournament Committee chair, to talk about the process of running a tournament, how he got into this role, and what people might be interested to know about the behind-the-scenes magic behind USA Fencing tournaments.

    Recorded LIVE at the 2024 Junior Olympics.

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    First to 15: The Official Podcast of USA Fencing

    Host: Bryan Wendell

    Cover art: Manna Creations

    Theme music: Brian Sanyshyn

    31 min
  • Live from Junior Olympics - The Importance of Women’s Fencing — Why Young Women Should Keep Fencing in College

    Welcome to a special live episode of "First to 15," the official podcast of USA Fencing. We’re recording this live in front of an audience at the Junior Olympics in Charlotte. Today we have an exciting topic for discussion: "The Importance of Women’s Fencing — Why You Should Keep Fencing in College."

    Let’s get started.

    We’re joined by three exceptional individuals from the world of collegiate fencing: Jennie Salmon, Head Fencing Coach at Temple University; Christine Griffith, Assistant Saber Coach at the Air Force Academy; and Megumi Oishi, a sophomore Saber Fencer at Northwestern University. Each of these women brings a wealth of experience and insight into the world of fencing, and we can't wait to dive into this discussion.

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    First to 15: The Official Podcast of USA Fencing

    Host: Bryan Wendell

    Cover art: Manna Creations

    Theme music: Brian Sanyshyn

    39 min
  • Nathan Anderson of Denver Fencing Center on Moving Fencing Beyond 'Niche' Status

    With a career spanning over several decades, Nathan has left an indelible mark on the fencing world. He started fencing at the age of 15 and has since accumulated more than 30 national medals across all three weapons, including 8 National Gold medals, and has been a 2x National Champion. His accomplishments extend to the international stage, where he was part of the 2014 Pan American Championship-winning team and a 2023 World Team member. I actually got to see him fencer down there in Daytona Beach this past October.

    Beyond his personal achievements, Nathan has been instrumental in nurturing talent at all levels. He has coached National Medalists in every age group in USA Fencing and guided athletes to National Championships in Foil, Epee, and Saber. His expertise has also led to success on the world stage, coaching individual and team world champions.

    In today's episode, we'll explore Nathan's journey in fencing, his vision for the sport, and his unique approach to coaching and mentoring.

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    • Read a transcript for this episode

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    First to 15: The Official Podcast of USA Fencing

    Host: Bryan Wendell

    Cover art: Manna Creations

    Theme music: Brian Sanyshyn

    39 min

About First to 15: The USA Fencing Podcast

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Welcome to the official podcast of USA Fencing! In each episode, we’ll talk to someone interesting within the fencing world, including young fencers just learning the sport, coaches, experts from…