2nd Annual Medeo Absolute Division I Cup

Open to all fencers with a classification of "C" or higher. Co-sponsored with Absolute Fencing Gear, gift certifications will be awarded to the top three men and women in each event. If the winners are subject to NCAA rules, a decorative sword will be awarded to the Gold Medalists and similar awards will be given to Silver and Bronze winners. If there are more than 15 men and 15 women signed up for an event, the organizers will hold a separate women's event in that weapon if the fencers wish. Save $10 and preregister on line -- only $25. Register at the door and pay $35. Preregistration closes on May 11. Please check the list of "Who's Preregistered?" to make sure that your registration has been successful. Close of Check In Times:

Saturday, May 12 Mixed Foil - 2 PM Sunday, May 13 Mixed Epee - 9:30 AM Mixed Sabre - 2:30 PM

"Senior" refers to a USFA requirement that all fencers participating in open events must have birth years of 1993 and earlier. Format and Sanctioning: This tournament is sanctioned by the New Jersey Division of the USFA and national classifications can be earned. The format consists of a first round of pools with 100 percent promoted to the direct elimination round. All fencers are expected to wear the required fencing attire and bring at least two weapons and body cords that meet USFA requirements. There are no exceptions to the attire and equipment rules. You must have a valid USFA membership or join the USFA at the event. Medeo: Fence at the most advanced fencing club in New Jersey. All metal USFA/FIE strips and state-of-art reels and scoring machines. Fully air conditioned because May could be hot!! Lots of free, off-the-street parking. The Medeo Fencing Club is located two buildings away (a short walk and a really short car ride) from Absolute Fencing Gear. Absolute Fencing Gear will be open on Sunday, May 13. Driving directions can be found on http://www.medeofencing.com under Bridgewater Location. The club is also a short walk from the Bridgewater Station on New Jersey Transit's Raritan Valley Line. Hotels near the venue include: Hilton Garden Inn Bridgewater 500 Promenade Blvd, Bridgewater, New Jersey, United States 08807 Tel: +1-732-271-9030 Fax: +1-732-271-9031 Bridgewater Marriott 700 Commons Way Bridgewater, New Jersey 08807 USA Phone: 1-908-927-9300 Fax: 1-908-927-0033 US Fencers: You must have a valid USFA membership or join the USFA at the event. Fencers from Canada, Mexico and Other Countries: You must have and show a current FIE license, Current CFF Membership, or Current USFA membership to participate.