Kung-fu fighting

Martial Arts

Fencing

Fitness.  Self-defense.  Self-confidence.  Relaxation.  Fun.

Lone Star Fencing Tournament

Fencing evaluation

I love it!!

Fencing Tournament

Haley is hoping to win enough (or the "right" kind) of bouts to qualify for entry into Nationals (which conveniently will be in Dallas Summer 2016.  She came in 40th out of 43 girls, however she scored on everyone, and the girls competing were among the very BEST in the Country, coming from New York, California, and all over.  Additionally, most of these girls have been fencing for years (Google reveals that they were in 10 and younger category years ago).  Haley just started fencing competitively in February!!  She's on a great path!! 

Open fence day - for family

Its fun to have your family come and try to do what you do - Haley

Fencing end of year banquet

Fencing Tournament - non-National

Its important to practice.  Local, non-ranking tournaments like this allow Haley to continue practicing!!

Tests and cover photo

The many aspects of Haley:  Fencer, pianist, public speaker and debater, orchestral harpist, mathelete...

Fencing sabre

Fencing tournament:  Day one was 14 and younger.  Haley placed last in this group.  She did get in a few great hits, but some of the girls were VERY good - having traveled as far away as California, fencing 5+ years.  A great opportunity to fence UP and learn.  

Day 2 was the 12 and younger group.  Haley came in 8th place - just well enough to stand on the winners podium and earn a medal!!  Not too shabby for a first [real, nationally qualifying] tournament!!

Video:  Fencing Sabre - an overview!!  
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sqinvvppLk8