UWF - Season Opener Tournament (Unsanctioned)

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September 28, 2024
Registration closes September 28, 2024
University of West Florida Rec Center 11000 University Pkwy, Pensacola, FL 32514 US Map Hosted by University of West Florida fencing club
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Welcome to UWF's Season Opener Tournament with partnership of Emerald Coast Blades. All events are unsanctioned and will be hosted at UWFs Recreation Center.

Events Scheduled:

Saturday (9/28/2024)


Unsanctioned Y14 (Ages 9-14) Mixed Open Foil (Check in closes at 10:00 am)

Unsanctioned Senior Mixed Open Epee (Check in closes at 10:00 am)


Unsanctioned Y14 (Ages 9-14) Mixed Open Epee (Check in closes at 12:00 pm)

Unsanctioned Senior Mixed Open Foil (Check in closes at 12:00 pm)


PLAN: Please plan to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the event, we will plan to start on time. You will be expected to be warmed up and gear inspected prior to pool calls.


PRE-REGRISTRATION: While we will allow fencers to join at the door, it is HIGHLY ENCOURAGED to pre-register for the events you plan on fencing. This will greatly help us organize.


OPENING: Doors will be open at 9:00 AM to start setup.


Registration Prices

ENTRY FEE: $10 Registration Fee and $10 per Event Fee, will be collected on location.


More Information


FORMAT: Pools into Direct Elimination


WAIVER POLICY: In accordance with UWF policies, there will be waivers required at location. Wavier is also available digitally here: https://forms.gle/X8zU674LxhFvYrEj9


WEAPON AND EQUIPMENT CHECK: Standard gear check will be required for this event. This includes masks, gloves, body cords, and lames. Weapons will be checked on strip before bouts. You will not be allowed to compete unless gear is inspected, so please plan to arrive early.


EXPECTED EQUIPMENT: As all events are unsanctioned, we will allow a small bit of leniency on gear, we will only require the following gear for each event

  1. Epee: Mask, Glove, 1x Body Cord (3 Prong), 1x Epee, Fencing Jacket, any kind of long pants (No exposed skin), plastron (under-arm protector), and full cover shoes.


  1. Foil: Foil Mask (w/ Bib, Recommended but not Required), Glove, 1x Body Cord (2 Prong), 1x Foil, Fencing Jacket, Foil Lame, any kind of long pants (No exposed skin), plastron (under-arm protector), and full cover shoes.


  1. Plastic Chest Protection will be required for all female fencers and optional for male fencers, cloth covering on plastic chest protectors will not be required in foil.


PARKING AND VENUE: There is open parking on the weekends next to Recreation Center.


FOOD AND DRINK: Food and drink, with the exception of water, is NOT permitted inside the gym. Food and drinks other than water may be kept and consumed outside of the Rec Center. This is the policy of the gym space we are using.


USFA MEMBERSHIP: This will not be required as all events are unsanctioned, medals will be awarded to top 4 placed fencers.


ADDITIONAL NOTE: We will be using a mix of the wireless and wired systems, no guarantees on which strip will be assigned for each event.


EMERALD COAST BLADES: Emerald Coast Blades | Fencing | Pensacola, FL, USA