Paladin Spring Melee
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Registration closes February 21, 2026 — in about 26 days
Online Payments Not Accepted
ALL FENCERS MUST HAVE CURRENT USA FENCING COMPETITIVE MEMBERSHIP.
WALK-IN POLICY: Walk-ins will be accepted for events that have not met their cap. Fencers who did not register by 11:59pm Thursday, 2/19, and still wish to compete may do so for increased fees: First event $45, subsequent events $35.
PAYMENT: Payment will be required through AskFred. First event $35, second event $20. Any unpaid registrations will be deleted on Thursday, 2/19, and late fees will be charged thereafter.
REFUND POLICY: There will be no refunds offered after February 17!!!
WEAPON AND EQUIPMENT CHECK: We will check for masks and gloves for all three weapons. Saber fencers must use an 800N glove as per USA Fencing regulation. We will check mask strap elasticity.
OFFICIALS: If you wish to referee, please contact Charlotte Sanders at csanders@masonacademy.com. Head Referee: Charlotte Sanders.
PARKING AND VENUE: There is open parking at the school. We are hosting the tournament in the half-court of our brand new gym!
AGE ELIGIBILITY: (following post-Junior Olympics eligibility) fencers competing in junior events must be born 2007-2013 or earlier. Fencers competing in Y12 events must be born 2013-2016. Fencers competing in Y14 events must be born 2011-2014.