San Diego Summer Nationals Qualifiers 2026
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Registration closes March 15, 2026 — in about about 2 months
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This is a qualifying event and will only be open to San Diego Division fencers. All registrations must be complete (paid) by close of registration. Walk-ins will not be allowed.
San Diego Summer Nationals Qualifiers 2026
Preregistration opens on 9/17/2025.
Preregistration closes on 3/15/2026.
All fencers who intend to participate must complete their pre-registration by the deadline (3/15/26). NO SAME-DAY REGISTRATION
**ALL PAYMENTS must be made online before the close of registration.**
After the deadline, any fencer pre-registered and paid for an event with 3 or fewer participants will automatically qualify and will not have to appear on 3/29/26.
Events with 4 or more fencers pre-registered will be held on 3/29/26.
The schedule is based on the number of participants. Any events not being held will cause the schedule to change. Check back for event times no earlier than 1 week before the tournament.
The schedule of events for the day will be posted BELOW after the close of registration.
All Events:
Y14 Men's Foil
Y14 Women's Foil
Y14 Men's Epee
Y14 Women's Epee
Y14 Men's Sabre
Y14 Women's Sabre
D2/3 Sr Men's Foil
D2/3 Sr Women's Foil
D2/3 Sr Men's Epee
D2/3 Sr Women's Epee
D2/3 Sr Men's Sabre
D2/3 Sr Women's Sabre
This event is for members of the San Diego Division only that are also USA Nationals or Permanent Residents and have not represented any other country in International competitions.
Tournament Format:
Standard - Single round of pools, 100% promotion to single Direct elimination table, with a fence-off for third.
Please consult the USA Fencing Athlete's Handbook for the rules on qualifying.
There will be certificates for fencers who qualify for their respective events.
Equipment Check:
Full equipment checks will be in effect for this event. Lames, body cords, masks, and gloves will be checked. Gloves with holes, rips, tape or loose seams will not be approved. Armorers reserve the right to refuse to check any equipment that is damp, soiled, or odorous.
Volunteers:
Please help us run the events even smoother by volunteering. Fencers and supporters alike will benefit from learning the process from start to finish. This knowledge will assuredly give you a competitive edge.
Officials:
If you'd like to be an official referee, time keeper or floor judge for an event, please contact us as well.
Social media:
Official staff will occasionally take pictures or video of the event and shared on our Instagram and Facebook page. If you wish to be excluded, please speak with the bout committee or email sdfencing@gmail.com.
Bout Committee:
Chris G
Live results will be posted on Fencing Time Live
Extra information:
San Diego Fencing Division