NUS Fencing Challenge 2022

From December 16th to 18th, the NUS Fencing Challenge 2022 brought together fencers from across Singapore. The event witnessed SGF fencers leaving a mark with their remarkable performances. Let's take a closer look at the highlights of this thrilling weekend of fencing.

Men’s Épée Individual Event

The competition kicked off on December 16th with the Men’s Épée Individual Event, where SGF fencers displayed their mettle on the fencing piste.

🥉 Bronze - Timothy Sim

🏅 6th Place - Matthew Pang

🏅 8th Place - Jonas Lim

Congratulations to all SGF fencers for putting up a great fight and representing our club with pride.

Women’s Épée Individual Event

The excitement continued on December 17th with the Women’s Épée Individual event, where our fencers achieved exceptional results.

🥇 Gold - Nathlie See Toh

🥈 Silver - Choong Zi Cheng

5th Place - Samantha Beatrice Sayson

6th Place - Wang Yifei

8th Place - Wong Shi Xuan

The day was marked by great fencing from our girls, with 5 of them making it to the Top 8 and 2 finishing as the top two. Their performances underscored their commitment and talent, making us proud.

Men’s Épée Team Event

The NUS Fencing Challenge 2022 wasn't just about individual excellence. It was also an opportunity for SGF fencers to showcase their teamwork in the Men’s Épée Team Event. The day was nothing short of exhilarating, with energy running high until the very last bout. Our SGF fencers embodied the true meaning of Teamwork & Team Spirit. Regardless of the results, each and every member of the teams fought with determination, gaining valuable experience in the process.

🥇 Gold - SGF A (Elson Tan, Jonas Chan, Julien Lim & Timothy Sim

🏅 5th Place - SGF D (Emmett Wong, Javian Choong & Matthew Pang)

🏅 8th Place - SGF C (Andrew Low, Jonas Lim & Orion Mok)

🏅 15th Place - SGF B (Olivier MD Lo, Paniflov Lev & Edgar Rusev)

SGF A emerged as the gold medalists, showcasing impeccable teamwork and fencing prowess. Their victory was not just a triumph of skill, but a testament to the unity and synergy they shared on the piste.

Women’s Épée Team Event

The momentum from the previous day continued to surge in the Women’s Épée Team Event, with our girls delivering another day of thrilling matches.

🥇 Gold - SGF A (Samantha Beatrice Sayson, Denise Seah, Sylvia Lee & Wong Shi Xuan)

🥈 Silver - SP (Choong Zi Cheng, Nathlie See Toh)

🏅 6th Place - SGF B (Caitlyn Tan, Glynnis Tay & Wang Yifei)

SGF A emerged as the gold medalists once again. Their gold medal triumph was a celebration of their collective strength, fencing prowess, and their indomitable spirit as a team.

Congratulations to all the teams for their fantastic performance. Each team member played a crucial role in representing SGF with honor and unity. Their dedication, perseverance, and camaraderie on and off the fencing piste continue to exemplify the spirit of our fencing club.

Raffles Invites 2022

Junior Men’s Epee Individual Event

At Raffles Invites 2022, our young fencers exhibited not only their exceptional skills but also the camaraderie and team spirit that define our fencing club. The competition witnessed remarkable performances from our boys.

With four of them securing spots in the Top 8, it was an unavoidable scenario that teammates had to face each other. Despite this challenge, two of our talented fencers advanced into the Top 4, with one emerging as the ultimate champion.

🥇 Gold - Jonas Lim

🥉 Bronze - Gong Zekai

7th Place - Emmett Wong

8th Place - Andrew Low

Congratulations to all our boys for their outstanding achievements. Their mutual support and respect, both on and off the fencing piste, set an inspiring example for our club.

Junior Women’s Épée Individual Event

3 of our girls making it to the Top 8 and 2 progressing into the Semi Finals. Here are the results:

🥉 Bronze - Yifei Wang

🥉 Bronze - Lauren Leow

7th Place - Shiloh Xu

Congratulations to all our girls for their achievements!

Resilience at the 1st Malaysian Fencing Federation Minime International - Under 16

Under 16 Girl’s Épée Individual Event

It was a day filled with determination and unwavering spirit as our girls took on the challenges of the Under 16 Girl’s Épée Individual Event at the 1st Malaysian Fencing Federation Minime International Tournament 2022. For some of them, it was an extraordinary test of endurance, as they continued competing in the evening after completing their Under 14 event in the morning.

Despite the fatigue, they pushed through and gave their absolute best, leaving us with results to be proud of.

🥉 Bronze - Shiloh Xu

🏅 8th Place - Ashley Mae Harrison

A special mention to Glynnis, who, in her first overseas international competition, showcased remarkable spirit and determination, securing the 11th place.

Under 16 Boy’s Épée Individual Event

In a fiercely competitive field consisting of 40 fencers from 5 different countries, our remarkable 14-year-old boys showcased exceptional talent and determination at the 1st Malaysian Fencing Federation Minime International Tournament 2022. Their entry into the competition was marked by a fearless spirit and a determination to give their all.

Their fighting spirit paid off brilliantly, with all 3 of them progressing into the direct elimination rounds.

🥈 Silver - Jonas Lim

We commend everyone for their incredible efforts and achievements.