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OnTarget Fencing Club

Annapolis Junction

Columbia MD

Happy Mother’s Day to all our amazing OTFC moms!

Happy Mother’s Day to all our amazing OTFC moms!

Ontarget Fencing Club Results Update!

It’s been an exciting few weeks for OTFC!

A huge shoutout to Alex Tang, who earned his A2025 rating after a fantastic 3rd place finish, to August Tang and Adil Zaidi who secured there B2025 rating — both achievements coming last weekend!
And congratulations to Ryan Xu, who earned his C2025 rating this past weekend!

OTFC fencers also made their mark at two recent RYCs — in Philadelphia and Nova Knights, Virginia — bringing home an incredible 21 medals!

We’re incredibly proud of all our athletes for their hard work and achievements. Congratulations to:

Abhinav Chenutula
Addisyn Moore
Aiden Tang
Alethea Lee
Alex Tang
August Tang
Blanks Campbell
Caleb King
Carys Rilley
Cho Olivia
Dimitri Orlov
Dia Jain
Elena Orlova
Francesca Cappiello
Gabrielle Huang
Jacob Abaya
Julian Mack
Karina Wu
Kim Nicholas
Lindsey Pack
Logan Itwaru
Matthew Creanga
Nicholas Kim
Noah Shin
Pam Dressel
Parker Bosnjak
Sophie Pak
Desmond Stansbury
Malcolm Stansbury
Lorena Wu
Ryan Xu
Stradomskyi Klim
Let’s keep the momentum going — go OTFC!

Ontarget Fencing Club Results Update!

It’s been an exciting few weeks for OTFC!

A huge shoutout to Alex Tang, who earned his A2025 rating after a fantastic 3rd place finish, to August Tang and Adil Zaidi who secured there B2025 rating — both achievements coming last weekend!
And congratulations to Ryan Xu, who earned his C2025 rating this past weekend!

OTFC fencers also made their mark at two recent RYCs — in Philadelphia and Nova Knights, Virginia — bringing home an incredible 21 medals!

We’re incredibly proud of all our athletes for their hard work and achievements. Congratulations to:

Abhinav Chenutula
Addisyn Moore
Aiden Tang
Alethea Lee
Alex Tang
August Tang
Blanks Campbell
Caleb King
Carys Rilley
Cho Olivia
Dimitri Orlov
Dia Jain
Elena Orlova
Francesca Cappiello
Gabrielle Huang
Jacob Abaya
Julian Mack
Karina Wu
Kim Nicholas
Lindsey Pack
Logan Itwaru
Matthew Creanga
Nicholas Kim
Noah Shin
Pam Dressel
Parker Bosnjak
Sophie Pak
Desmond Stansbury
Malcolm Stansbury
Lorena Wu
Ryan Xu
Stradomskyi Klim
Let’s keep the momentum going — go OTFC!

We are thrilled to announce that Coach Virgil Saliscan will be joining OnTarget Fencing Club (OTFC) starting April 9th!

Coach Saliscan is a two-time Olympian 2008 Beijing & 2024 Paris as a coach and the former National Coach of Romania. With years of experience coaching elite fencers on the world stage, he brings an unparalleled level of expertise, technical knowledge, and passion for the sport.

Coach Saliscan will be available for lessons and classes, providing our members with an incredible opportunity to learn from one of the best in the field. Whether you’re looking to refine your technique, improve your strategy, or take your fencing to the next level, this is an exciting chance to train under a world-class coach.

We are thrilled to announce that Coach Virgil Saliscan will be joining OnTarget Fencing Club (OTFC) starting April 9th!

Coach Saliscan is a two-time Olympian 2008 Beijing & 2024 Paris as a coach and the former National Coach of Romania. With years of experience coaching elite fencers on the world stage, he brings an unparalleled level of expertise, technical knowledge, and passion for the sport.

Coach Saliscan will be available for lessons and classes, providing our members with an incredible opportunity to learn from one of the best in the field. Whether you’re looking to refine your technique, improve your strategy, or take your fencing to the next level, this is an exciting chance to train under a world-class coach.

Congratulations to Alex Tang on a great weekend of fencing at the March NAC in Cleveland Ohio.
Y14 MF 6th place 🏅and Cadet 19th.
🟠🟠🤺🤺⚫️⚫️

Congratulations to Alex Tang on a great weekend of fencing at the March NAC in Cleveland Ohio.
Y14 MF 6th place 🏅and Cadet 19th.
🟠🟠🤺🤺⚫️⚫️

Big congrats to Sarah Mei on a superb performance at the 2025 Pan Am Junior Championships in Asunción Paraguay 🇵🇾
🥇 Gold with Team USA
🥈Silver individual

Big congrats to Sarah Mei on a superb performance at the 2025 Pan Am Junior Championships in Asunción Paraguay 🇵🇾
🥇 Gold with Team USA
🥈Silver individual

Congratulations to Albert Tang on he’s 2nd place finish with team USA 🇺🇸 at the EFC In Sofia Bulgaria.
Good luck tomorrow in the individual event! 🤺🤺🟠⚫️🤺🤺

Congratulations to Albert Tang on he’s 2nd place finish with team USA 🇺🇸 at the EFC In Sofia Bulgaria.
Good luck tomorrow in the individual event! 🤺🤺🟠⚫️🤺🤺

OnTarget Fencing Club Shines on the International and National Stage!

What a weekend for our fencers!

🌍 Paris, France
A huge congratulations to Noah Shin for an impressive 13th place finish in his first-ever international competition! With over 200 fencers from around the world, this was a tough event. This is just the beginning!

🇺🇸 Palm Beach, Florida
Our fencers also delivered outstanding performances at the regional competition:

🏆 Dimitri Orlov – 🥇 1st place in the Junior event and earned a B2025 rating!
🥉 Adil Zaidi – 3rd place in Cadet & 6th place in Junior
🥉 Logan Pham – 3rd place in Cadet Women’s Foil & 6th place in Y14
🏅 Huang Gabrielle – 8th place in Y14
🥉 Ji Eli – 3rd place in Y8 Men’s Foil

We are so proud of our fencers for their dedication, perseverance, and outstanding performances! Keep up the great work—OnTarget is making waves! 🔥⚔️ #OnTargetFencing #FencingChampions #RoadToGold

OnTarget Fencing Club Shines on the International and National Stage!

What a weekend for our fencers!

🌍 Paris, France
A huge congratulations to Noah Shin for an impressive 13th place finish in his first-ever international competition! With over 200 fencers from around the world, this was a tough event. This is just the beginning!

🇺🇸 Palm Beach, Florida
Our fencers also delivered outstanding performances at the regional competition:

🏆 Dimitri Orlov – 🥇 1st place in the Junior event and earned a B2025 rating!
🥉 Adil Zaidi – 3rd place in Cadet & 6th place in Junior
🥉 Logan Pham – 3rd place in Cadet Women’s Foil & 6th place in Y14
🏅 Huang Gabrielle – 8th place in Y14
🥉 Ji Eli – 3rd place in Y8 Men’s Foil

We are so proud of our fencers for their dedication, perseverance, and outstanding performances! Keep up the great work—OnTarget is making waves! 🔥⚔️ #OnTargetFencing #FencingChampions #RoadToGold

Plot twist: The OTFC team is currently stuck in Kansas City. We came for fencing, but it looks like we’re staying for BBQ and jazz. If anyone knows how to turn a foil into a compass, let us know. Until then, we’re fencing our way back to Maryland—eventually!

Plot twist: The OTFC team is currently stuck in Kansas City. We came for fencing, but it looks like we’re staying for BBQ and jazz. If anyone knows how to turn a foil into a compass, let us know. Until then, we’re fencing our way back to Maryland—eventually!

🎄✨ What a fantastic time we had at the OTFC Christmas Party! It was amazing to celebrate the season with such a wonderful group of people. Thank you to everyone who joined us and made the event so special – your energy and holiday spirit truly brought the magic to life!

Wishing all our members and their families a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Here’s to an exciting and successful 2025 ahead. See you all soon! 🎅🎁🎉

🎄✨ What a fantastic time we had at the OTFC Christmas Party! It was amazing to celebrate the season with such a wonderful group of people. Thank you to everyone who joined us and made the event so special – your energy and holiday spirit truly brought the magic to life!

Wishing all our members and their families a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Here’s to an exciting and successful 2025 ahead. See you all soon! 🎅🎁🎉

Congratulations to all the fencers on their strong performances in the Southern RYC/RJCC/ROC in South Carolina and the Morris Cup RYC/RJCC:

Southern RYC/RJCC/ROC (South Carolina)
    •    🥈 Addysin Moore – 2nd place in Junior Women’s Foil (8th in Division 2)
    •    Desmond Stansbury – 6th place in Cadet Men’s Foil

Morris Cup RYC/RJCC
    •    🥈 Noah Shin – 2nd place in Y14 Men’s Foil
    •    🥉 Albert Tang – 3rd place in Junior Men’s Foil

Go OTFC! 🤺🤺🟠⚫️

Congratulations to all the fencers on their strong performances in the Southern RYC/RJCC/ROC in South Carolina and the Morris Cup RYC/RJCC:

Southern RYC/RJCC/ROC (South Carolina)
    •    🥈 Addysin Moore – 2nd place in Junior Women’s Foil (8th in Division 2)
    •    Desmond Stansbury – 6th place in Cadet Men’s Foil

Morris Cup RYC/RJCC
    •    🥈 Noah Shin – 2nd place in Y14 Men’s Foil
    •    🥉 Albert Tang – 3rd place in Junior Men’s Foil

Go OTFC! 🤺🤺🟠⚫️

Congratulation to Albert Tang on earning a 14th place finish at he’s first Junior World Cup in Bogota Columbia and a 🥈 silver medal with team USA 🇺🇸

Congratulation to Albert Tang on earning a 14th place finish at he’s first Junior World Cup in Bogota Columbia and a 🥈 silver medal with team USA 🇺🇸

Lotus Cup Weekend Results - Myrtle Beach & NY

Our fencers brought home fantastic results from the Lotus Cup RYC/RJCC/ROC in Myrtle Beach and the Jeff Wolfe RJCC in New York. Congratulations to all!

Myrtle Beach Highlights:
• Cadet MF: Noah Shin 🥉 (3rd)
• Y8 MF: JI Eli (5th) & Aiden Tang (6th) – Great effort, kiddos!
• Div1A MF: Oliver Grieb & Albert Tang 🥉, Adil Zaidi (5th), Dmitry Orlov (6th)
• Y12 WF: Cho Olivia 🥉, HUANG Gabrielle (6th)
• Vet WF: Orlova Elena 🥈 (2nd), MOORE Kristie (6th)
• Junior MF: Dmitry Orlov 🥇🏆 (Champion!)
• Y14 MF: CHENUTULA Abhinav 🥉 (3rd), Gavin Gracey (5th)
• Y14 WF: Cho Olivia (6th), Phan Logan (8th)

Jeff Wolfe RJCC (NY):
• Alex Tang 🥈 (2nd)
• August Tang (5th)

Well done, everyone! Keep up the hard work and fencing spirit!

Lotus Cup Weekend Results - Myrtle Beach & NY

Our fencers brought home fantastic results from the Lotus Cup RYC/RJCC/ROC in Myrtle Beach and the Jeff Wolfe RJCC in New York. Congratulations to all!

Myrtle Beach Highlights:
• Cadet MF: Noah Shin 🥉 (3rd)
• Y8 MF: JI Eli (5th) & Aiden Tang (6th) – Great effort, kiddos!
• Div1A MF: Oliver Grieb & Albert Tang 🥉, Adil Zaidi (5th), Dmitry Orlov (6th)
• Y12 WF: Cho Olivia 🥉, HUANG Gabrielle (6th)
• Vet WF: Orlova Elena 🥈 (2nd), MOORE Kristie (6th)
• Junior MF: Dmitry Orlov 🥇🏆 (Champion!)
• Y14 MF: CHENUTULA Abhinav 🥉 (3rd), Gavin Gracey (5th)
• Y14 WF: Cho Olivia (6th), Phan Logan (8th)

Jeff Wolfe RJCC (NY):
• Alex Tang 🥈 (2nd)
• August Tang (5th)

Well done, everyone! Keep up the hard work and fencing spirit!

Congratulations to Alex Tang on an outstanding 2nd place finish 🥈 in the Y14 Men’s Foil at the November NAC! A fantastic achievement for Alex, his coaches, and his supportive parents. Well done to the whole team!

Congratulations to Alex Tang on an outstanding 2nd place finish 🥈 in the Y14 Men’s Foil at the November NAC! A fantastic achievement for Alex, his coaches, and his supportive parents. Well done to the whole team!

🎉🏅 Ontarget Fencing Club wraps up a fantastic competitive season at the Summer Nationals in Columbus! 🏅🎉

A special shout-out to Sarah Mei for finishing 6th in Division 1A and earning an A rating! 🌟👏

Congratulations to Albert Tang for making the top 16 in both Cadet and Division 1A, and to August Tang for placing 11th in Division 2! 💪🤺

Kudos to everyone who participated and represented Ontarget with pride:
- Adil Zaidi
- Alex Tang
- Alice Lee
- Andrew Kee
- Carys Reilly
- David Knizhnik
- Dimitry Orlov
- Francesca Cappiello
- Gaby Huang
- Gracey Gavin
- Joseph Park
- Lindsey Pack
- Logan Phan
- Moore Addysin
- Nathan Lu
- Nathan Yap
- Noah Shin
- Oliver Grieb
- Ryan Xu
- Sohail Zaidi
- Yun Max
- Zack Dusza

A heartfelt special shout-out to our graduating fencers who will continue their journey:
- Jet Dressel, SCAD University
- William Gao, Harvard University

We are thrilled to announce that Ontarget Fencing Club is ranked 24th out of 400 clubs in the country by member rankings, far ahead of any Maryland club and prestigious NCAA programs like Ohio State and Columbia according to [Fencing Tracker](https://fencingtracker.com/topclubs/foil)! 🥇

We’re so proud of all our fencers for their hard work, dedication, and sportsmanship throughout the season. Onward to more victories and growth! 🎊🤺 #OntargetFencing #FencingNationals #ProudCoach #TopClub #GraduatingFencers

🎉🏅 Ontarget Fencing Club wraps up a fantastic competitive season at the Summer Nationals in Columbus! 🏅🎉

A special shout-out to Sarah Mei for finishing 6th in Division 1A and earning an A rating! 🌟👏

Congratulations to Albert Tang for making the top 16 in both Cadet and Division 1A, and to August Tang for placing 11th in Division 2! 💪🤺

Kudos to everyone who participated and represented Ontarget with pride:
- Adil Zaidi
- Alex Tang
- Alice Lee
- Andrew Kee
- Carys Reilly
- David Knizhnik
- Dimitry Orlov
- Francesca Cappiello
- Gaby Huang
- Gracey Gavin
- Joseph Park
- Lindsey Pack
- Logan Phan
- Moore Addysin
- Nathan Lu
- Nathan Yap
- Noah Shin
- Oliver Grieb
- Ryan Xu
- Sohail Zaidi
- Yun Max
- Zack Dusza

A heartfelt special shout-out to our graduating fencers who will continue their journey:
- Jet Dressel, SCAD University
- William Gao, Harvard University

We are thrilled to announce that Ontarget Fencing Club is ranked 24th out of 400 clubs in the country by member rankings, far ahead of any Maryland club and prestigious NCAA programs like Ohio State and Columbia according to [Fencing Tracker](https://fencingtracker.com/topclubs/foil)! 🥇

We’re so proud of all our fencers for their hard work, dedication, and sportsmanship throughout the season. Onward to more victories and growth! 🎊🤺 #OntargetFencing #FencingNationals #ProudCoach #TopClub #GraduatingFencers

🎆 **Ontarget Fencing Club Closure** 🎆

We’ll be closed on July 4th. Reopening on July 5th.

#OntargetFencing #4thOfJuly #IndependenceDay

🎆 **Ontarget Fencing Club Closure** 🎆

We’ll be closed on July 4th. Reopening on July 5th.

#OntargetFencing #4thOfJuly #IndependenceDay

🎉🏆 What an incredible journey it’s been! OTFC and the Fencing Academy of Philadelphia just wrapped up our Summer Nationals Camp, and we couldn’t be more thrilled with the progress and camaraderie we’ve seen. A huge thank you to all the coaches, participants, and supporters who made this camp a success. Let’s take this momentum forward and keep pushing our limits. Onward to greater heights! 🤺✨ #FencingFam #SummerNationalsCamp #OTFC #FAP #OnGuard

🎉🏆 What an incredible journey it’s been! OTFC and the Fencing Academy of Philadelphia just wrapped up our Summer Nationals Camp, and we couldn’t be more thrilled with the progress and camaraderie we’ve seen. A huge thank you to all the coaches, participants, and supporters who made this camp a success. Let’s take this momentum forward and keep pushing our limits. Onward to greater heights! 🤺✨ #FencingFam #SummerNationalsCamp #OTFC #FAP #OnGuard

Congratulations to Aidan Buergin on winning 1st place and achieving a well-deserved A2024 rating this weekend at the AIC Summer Open!

Congratulations to Aidan Buergin on winning 1st place and achieving a well-deserved A2024 rating this weekend at the AIC Summer Open!

🌟 Exciting Results from the NoVa Knights Tournament in Sterling, VA! 🌟

🥇 Oliver Grieb dominated the Cadet MF category, earning 1st place!
8th place goes to Adil Zaidi in the same division.

🥉 Reilly Carys showed impressive skills, securing 3rd place in Y10 WF.

In the Y14 MF category, Nathan Lu took 5th place, while Gavin Gracey secured 8th place.

🥈 Phan Logan showcased remarkable talent, securing 2nd place in Y12 WF.

Addisyn Moore claimed 5th place in Cadet WF.

🥇 And a big congratulations to Noah Shin for achieving 1st place in Y12 MF!

Well done to all the participants for their outstanding performances! 🎉🏆

#NoVaKnights #SterlingVA #FencingTournament #YouthFencing

🌟 Exciting Results from the NoVa Knights Tournament in Sterling, VA! 🌟

🥇 Oliver Grieb dominated the Cadet MF category, earning 1st place!
8th place goes to Adil Zaidi in the same division.

🥉 Reilly Carys showed impressive skills, securing 3rd place in Y10 WF.

In the Y14 MF category, Nathan Lu took 5th place, while Gavin Gracey secured 8th place.

🥈 Phan Logan showcased remarkable talent, securing 2nd place in Y12 WF.

Addisyn Moore claimed 5th place in Cadet WF.

🥇 And a big congratulations to Noah Shin for achieving 1st place in Y12 MF!

Well done to all the participants for their outstanding performances! 🎉🏆

#NoVaKnights #SterlingVA #FencingTournament #YouthFencing

🎉 What a weekend for OnTarget Fencing Club! Our fencers have shown their skills and determination across multiple competitions. Here are the fantastic results:

🌸 Cherry Blossom ROC 🌸
- Kristjan Archer 🥇 - Top honors in his event!
- Albert Tang 🥉 - Stellar performance for a bronze!
- Alan Zheng 5️⃣ - Fantastic effort and a strong 5th place!
- Sarah Mei 🥇 - Dominated the Women’s Foil!

🌟 Magic City SYC/RJCC 🌟
- Alex Tang 🥈 - Amazing bout to secure the silver in Y14 Men’s Foil!
- Noah Shin 🥉 - Impressive work clinching the bronze in Y12 Men’s Foil!

🏆 F.A.P. North Youth 12,14 🏆
- CHENUTULA Abhinav 🥇 - Champion in his category!

A big shoutout to all our athletes, coaches, and parents who continue to support our journey. Each competition brings us closer as a team and highlights the hard work these young athletes put into every match. Let’s keep up this momentum! 🤺💪 #OnTargetStrong #FencingFamily

🎉 What a weekend for OnTarget Fencing Club! Our fencers have shown their skills and determination across multiple competitions. Here are the fantastic results:

🌸 Cherry Blossom ROC 🌸
- Kristjan Archer 🥇 - Top honors in his event!
- Albert Tang 🥉 - Stellar performance for a bronze!
- Alan Zheng 5️⃣ - Fantastic effort and a strong 5th place!
- Sarah Mei 🥇 - Dominated the Women’s Foil!

🌟 Magic City SYC/RJCC 🌟
- Alex Tang 🥈 - Amazing bout to secure the silver in Y14 Men’s Foil!
- Noah Shin 🥉 - Impressive work clinching the bronze in Y12 Men’s Foil!

🏆 F.A.P. North Youth 12,14 🏆
- CHENUTULA Abhinav 🥇 - Champion in his category!

A big shoutout to all our athletes, coaches, and parents who continue to support our journey. Each competition brings us closer as a team and highlights the hard work these young athletes put into every match. Let’s keep up this momentum! 🤺💪 #OnTargetStrong #FencingFamily

Congratulations to Nathan Yap for securing 8th place at the Premier ROC and earning his B2024 rating! 🎉 Also, a big shoutout to David Knizhnik for his impressive 3rd place finish! 🥉 Great job, guys! 👏 Go OTFC 🤺🟠⚫️🤺

Congratulations to Nathan Yap for securing 8th place at the Premier ROC and earning his B2024 rating! 🎉 Also, a big shoutout to David Knizhnik for his impressive 3rd place finish! 🥉 Great job, guys! 👏 Go OTFC 🤺🟠⚫️🤺

Two golds 🥇the past weekend!

Congrats to Max Swann for 1st place in FAP North Wyncote PA and he’s new E2024.

Also 1st 🥇 for Caleb King in he’s Y10 event at AIC.

Two golds 🥇the past weekend!

Congrats to Max Swann for 1st place in FAP North Wyncote PA and he’s new E2024.

Also 1st 🥇 for Caleb King in he’s Y10 event at AIC.

⚫️🟠Awesome result for Sarah Mei who after a day of fencing in her first international tournament is getting the silver medal 🥈 in the cadet EFC in Gotenborg Sweden 🇸🇪 🤺🤺🟠⚫️

⚫️🟠Awesome result for Sarah Mei who after a day of fencing in her first international tournament is getting the silver medal 🥈 in the cadet EFC in Gotenborg Sweden ��🇸🇪 🤺🤺🟠⚫️

Absolutely wonderful weekend for our dedicated fencers at the Fairfax Challenge in Fredericksburg!

Sarah Mei 1st 🥇 Junior Women’s Foil B2024

Carys Rilley 1st 🥇 Y10 women’s foil

Albert Tang 1st 🥇 Junior men’s foil / 8th Div1-A men’s foil B2024

Alex Tang 2nd 🥈 Y14 men’s foil

Pam Dressel 3rd 🥉 vet women’s foil

August Tang 3rd 🥉 Junior men’s foil

Sohail Zaidi 7th Vet men’s foil

Alexandra Owen 5th Y12 women’s foil

Noah Shin 8th Cadet men’s foil // 7th Y14 men’s foil

Orlov Dimitri 8th Junior men’s foil

Big shoutout to our amazing coaches, supportive parents, and every participant who gave their absolute best.

Go OTFC 🤺🟠⚫️🤺

Absolutely wonderful weekend for our dedicated fencers at the Fairfax Challenge in Fredericksburg!

Sarah Mei 1st 🥇 Junior Women’s Foil B2024

Carys Rilley 1st 🥇 Y10 women’s foil

Albert Tang 1st 🥇 Junior men’s foil / 8th Div1-A men’s foil B2024

Alex Tang 2nd 🥈 Y14 men’s foil

Pam Dressel 3rd 🥉 vet women’s foil

August Tang 3rd 🥉 Junior men’s foil

Sohail Zaidi 7th Vet men’s foil

Alexandra Owen 5th Y12 women’s foil

Noah Shin 8th Cadet men’s foil // 7th Y14 men’s foil

Orlov Dimitri 8th Junior men’s foil

Big shoutout to our amazing coaches, supportive parents, and every participant who gave their absolute best.

Go OTFC 🤺🟠⚫️🤺

Such wonderful updates from OTFC fencers, showcasing a month filled with triumphs and milestones! 🌟 Let's dive into the celebration, starting with the festive Christmas party/In-house tournament. A big congratulations to Carys and Lindsey for earning trophies in the 13 and under category, and to Zach and Elena for their impressive win in the 13 and over division. The festive spirit clearly translated into remarkable achievements!

Special recognition is due to Addisyn Moore for attaining her new E rating – a testament to her dedication and skill. Pam Dressel, your 5th place finish at the NAC in California is nothing short of remarkable, especially considering it marks your return to major competitions after more than two years. Your resilience shines brightly!

Turning our attention to the Capitol Clash SYC, the excellence continued to unfold. Sarah Mei's silver in Cadet WF, coupled with the renewal of her B rating, speaks volumes about her fencing prowess. Noah Shin's 6th place in Y12 MF, securing the coveted E2024 rating, reflects both talent and commitment. August Tang's 5th place in Cadet MF, renewing his C rating, and Nathan Lu's 8th place in Cadet MF with a new C2024 rating deserve resounding applause.

A collective congratulations to all the fencers who showcased their skills this weekend! The OTFC community is undeniably a force to be reckoned with, and these achievements add another brilliant chapter to the legacy of fencing excellence. 🤺🏆 Keep shining, fencers!
🟠⚫️🤺🤺🟠⚫️

Such wonderful updates from OTFC fencers, showcasing a month filled with triumphs and milestones! 🌟 Let's dive into the celebration, starting with the festive Christmas party/In-house tournament. A big congratulations to Carys and Lindsey for earning trophies in the 13 and under category, and to Zach and Elena for their impressive win in the 13 and over division. The festive spirit clearly translated into remarkable achievements!

Special recognition is due to Addisyn Moore for attaining her new E rating – a testament to her dedication and skill. Pam Dressel, your 5th place finish at the NAC in California is nothing short of remarkable, especially considering it marks your return to major competitions after more than two years. Your resilience shines brightly!

Turning our attention to the Capitol Clash SYC, the excellence continued to unfold. Sarah Mei's silver in Cadet WF, coupled with the renewal of her B rating, speaks volumes about her fencing prowess. Noah Shin's 6th place in Y12 MF, securing the coveted E2024 rating, reflects both talent and commitment. August Tang's 5th place in Cadet MF, renewing his C rating, and Nathan Lu's 8th place in Cadet MF with a new C2024 rating deserve resounding applause.

A collective congratulations to all the fencers who showcased their skills this weekend! The OTFC community is undeniably a force to be reckoned with, and these achievements add another brilliant chapter to the legacy of fencing excellence. 🤺🏆 Keep shining, fencers!
🟠⚫️🤺🤺🟠⚫️

🎄✨ Wishing everyone a season filled with warmth, joy, and cherished moments! May the holidays bring you happiness and the coming year be filled with success and new adventures. Happy Holidays! 🌟🎁

A quick heads up: OnTarget Fencing Club will be closed on Dec 24th, 25th, and Jan 31st to Jan 1st for a festive break. Our team is taking a moment to recharge.

Happy Holidays! 🎅🌟 #OnTargetFencing #HolidayCheers #FencingFun

🎄✨ Wishing everyone a season filled with warmth, joy, and cherished moments! May the holidays bring you happiness and the coming year be filled with success and new adventures. Happy Holidays! 🌟🎁

A quick heads up: OnTarget Fencing Club will be closed on Dec 24th, 25th, and Jan 31st to Jan 1st for a festive break. Our team is taking a moment to recharge.

Happy Holidays! 🎅🌟 #OnTargetFencing #HolidayCheers #FencingFun

🟠⚫️Cobra SYC and Cadet⚫️🟠

Albert Tang 🥈 Cadet MF
Alex Tang 8th Y14 MF and 15th Cadet MF

Congratulations to everyone on a good performance! 🤺🤺🟠⚫️

🟠⚫️Cobra SYC and Cadet⚫️🟠

Albert Tang 🥈 Cadet MF
Alex Tang 8th Y14 MF and 15th Cadet MF

Congratulations to everyone on a good performance! 🤺🤺🟠⚫️

Congratulations to August Tang on he’s 🥈 at the Neil Lazar ROC in Div2 men’s foil 🤺🤺🟠⚫️

Congratulations to August Tang on he’s 🥈 at the Neil Lazar ROC in Div2 men’s foil 🤺🤺🟠⚫️

🤺 Save the Date! 🗓️ OnTarget Fencing Club is hosting an Open House on November 20th from 3 PM to 7 PM at our location: 114 S Main Street, Mt Airy, Suite B103, 21771.

Curious about fencing? Come check us out! Whether you're a pro or just starting, all are welcome. Bring your friends and join us for an afternoon of fencing fun! 🤺✨ #OnTargetOpenHouse #FencingFun #DiscoverFencing

🤺 Save the Date! 🗓️ OnTarget Fencing Club is hosting an Open House on November 20th from 3 PM to 7 PM at our location: 114 S Main Street, Mt Airy, Suite B103, 21771.

Curious about fencing? Come check us out! Whether you're a pro or just starting, all are welcome. Bring your friends and join us for an afternoon of fencing fun! 🤺✨ #OnTargetOpenHouse #FencingFun #DiscoverFencing

🟠⚫️ 🤺🤺Another great weekend for OTFC fencers at 2 major competitions!
Albert Tang 7️⃣ in Div2 at the October NAC in Orlando Florida

And a big congratulations to Kristjan Archer for he’s 🥈silver medal at the Senior Satellite in Barcelona Spain 🇪🇸
Also congratulations to all the rest OTFC fencers who participated in the October NAC this weekend!
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🟠⚫️ 🤺🤺Another great weekend for OTFC fencers at 2 major competitions!
Albert Tang 7️⃣ in Div2 at the October NAC in Orlando Florida

And a big congratulations to Kristjan Archer for he’s 🥈silver medal at the Senior Satellite in Barcelona Spain 🇪🇸
Also congratulations to all the rest OTFC fencers who participated in the October NAC this weekend!
🟠⚫️🤺🤺

⚫️🟠Congratulations to Adil Zaidi on he’s 1st place at the CFC tournament this weekend earning him he’s D2023🤺👏🏆
Also Ethan Lee 🥈
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⚫️🟠Congratulations to Adil Zaidi on he’s 1st place at the CFC tournament this weekend earning him he’s D2023🤺👏🏆
Also Ethan Lee 🥈
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🤺🏆 Exciting News from OnTarget Fencing Club! Our talented fencers represented us brilliantly in recent competitions across the country. Here are the fantastic results:

🥉 In New Jersey, Albert Tang secured a remarkable 3rd place and proudly earned a shiny new B2023 rating!

🏅 Adil Zaidi showcased his skill in North Carolina Bull Run and took home a respectable 6th place.

🥇 Meanwhile, at the CFC Women's Open, Victoria Richardson dazzled everyone with her phenomenal performance, clinching the 1st place title and gaining an impressive new E2023 rating!

🥉 Addysin Moore also deserves applause for grabbing the 3rd spot.

We couldn't be prouder of our fencers' dedication and success. These results are a testament to their hard work and the support of our incredible fencing community. Way to go, team! 🤺🙌 #OnTargetFencingClub #FencingChampions #FencingResults

🤺🏆 Exciting News from OnTarget Fencing Club! Our talented fencers represented us brilliantly in recent competitions across the country. Here are the fantastic results:

🥉 In New Jersey, Albert Tang secured a remarkable 3rd place and proudly earned a shiny new B2023 rating!

🏅 Adil Zaidi showcased his skill in North Carolina Bull Run and took home a respectable 6th place.

🥇 Meanwhile, at the CFC Women's Open, Victoria Richardson dazzled everyone with her phenomenal performance, clinching the 1st place title and gaining an impressive new E2023 rating!

🥉 Addysin Moore also deserves applause for grabbing the 3rd spot.

We couldn't be prouder of our fencers' dedication and success. These results are a testament to their hard work and the support of our incredible fencing community. Way to go, team! 🤺🙌 #OnTargetFencingClub #FencingChampions #FencingResults

We are thrilled to share some exhilarating news that is bound to elevate our fencing experience and bring more opportunities to our club. OnTarget Fencing Club is expanding to Mt. Airy, Maryland, with the upcoming opening of our second facility, aptly named "OnTarget Fencing Club West."

Grand Opening on the Horizon:
The grand opening of OnTarget Fencing Club II is just around the corner! We are diligently preparing for this momentous occasion and can't wait to welcome you to our new facility. The official opening date will be announced soon.

What to Expect at OnTarget Fencing Club II:

State-of-the-Art Training Facilities: OnTarget Fencing Club II will feature cutting-edge training spaces equipped with the latest fencing gear and technology, ensuring that our fencers have the best resources available to sharpen their skills.

Expert Coaching Team: Our club is assembling a team of highly experienced and certified fencing coaches who are passionate about nurturing talent and helping fencers of all ages and levels achieve their goals.

Diverse Fencing Programs: OnTarget Fencing Club II will offer a wide array of programs, catering to beginners, intermediate fencers, and those with competitive ambitions. There will be a place for everyone to learn, grow, and thrive.

Competition Opportunities: In line with our commitment to fostering a culture of competition and sportsmanship, the new facility will host various tournaments and events, providing our members with chances to test their skills and represent our club.

Community Engagement: Beyond the sport itself, we are dedicated to engaging with the Mt. Airy community. Look forward to open houses, interactive demonstrations, and outreach initiatives that introduce more people to the sport and promote an active, healthy lifestyle.

We are thrilled to share some exhilarating news that is bound to elevate our fencing experience and bring more opportunities to our club. OnTarget Fencing Club is expanding to Mt. Airy, Maryland, with the upcoming opening of our second facility, aptly named "OnTarget Fencing Club West."

Grand Opening on the Horizon:
The grand opening of OnTarget Fencing Club II is just around the corner! We are diligently preparing for this momentous occasion and can't wait to welcome you to our new facility. The official opening date will be announced soon.

What to Expect at OnTarget Fencing Club II:

State-of-the-Art Training Facilities: OnTarget Fencing Club II will feature cutting-edge training spaces equipped with the latest fencing gear and technology, ensuring that our fencers have the best resources available to sharpen their skills.

Expert Coaching Team: Our club is assembling a team of highly experienced and certified fencing coaches who are passionate about nurturing talent and helping fencers of all ages and levels achieve their goals.

Diverse Fencing Programs: OnTarget Fencing Club II will offer a wide array of programs, catering to beginners, intermediate fencers, and those with competitive ambitions. There will be a place for everyone to learn, grow, and thrive.

Competition Opportunities: In line with our commitment to fostering a culture of competition and sportsmanship, the new facility will host various tournaments and events, providing our members with chances to test their skills and represent our club.

Community Engagement: Beyond the sport itself, we are dedicated to engaging with the Mt. Airy community. Look forward to open houses, interactive demonstrations, and outreach initiatives that introduce more people to the sport and promote an active, healthy lifestyle.

🟠⚫️Daytona Duel 2023
Div2 MF
Nathan Yap 🥈 / 8th Div1A
Adil Zaidi 10th
Div1A
William Gao 5️⃣
Albert Tang 10th
Vet men’s foil
Sohail Zaidi 5️⃣

Also congratulations to Trevor Bateman on 🥇🏆 and a D2023 at the CFC foil tournament last week.
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🟠⚫️Daytona Duel 2023
Div2 MF
Nathan Yap 🥈 / 8th Div1A
Adil Zaidi 10th
Div1A
William Gao 5️⃣
Albert Tang 10th
Vet men’s foil
Sohail Zaidi 5️⃣

Also congratulations to Trevor Bateman on 🥇🏆 and a D2023 at the CFC foil tournament last week.
🤺🤺⚫️🟠

🟠⚫️ Kristjan Archer finishes 14th at the World Championships in Milan Italy after an awesome run! 🤺🤺Congratulations to Kristjan on he’s great result⚫️🟠

🟠⚫️ Kristjan Archer finishes 14th at the World Championships in Milan Italy after an awesome run! 🤺🤺Congratulations to Kristjan on he’s great result⚫️🟠

https://m.youtube.com/live/hqon7zXYyJg?feature=share

https://m.youtube.com/live/hqon7zXYyJg?feature=share

Great start for Kristjan at the world championships in Milan Italy 🇮🇹 as goes 5-1 in pools to make day 2 directly 🤺🤺
Follow Kristjan on he’s Direct eliminations Thursday 6:30 AM live on

https://www.youtube.com/live/ylDh4p7MH8E?feature=share

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Great start for Kristjan at the world championships in Milan Italy 🇮🇹 as goes 5-1 in pools to make day 2 directly 🤺🤺
Follow Kristjan on he’s Direct eliminations Thursday 6:30 AM live on

https://www.youtube.com/live/ylDh4p7MH8E?feature=share

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OTFC is proud of our student athletes, congratulations to
William Gao
Jet Dressel
Addisyn Moore
Ethan Lee
Alice Lee
Nathan Yap
August Tang 🤺🟠⚫️🤺

OTFC is proud of our student athletes, congratulations to
William Gao
Jet Dressel
Addisyn Moore
Ethan Lee
Alice Lee
Nathan Yap
August Tang 🤺🟠⚫️🤺

OTFC Team @summernationals2023

🟠🤺🤺⚫️ #summernationals2023

OTFC Team @summernationals2023

🟠🤺🤺⚫️ #summernationals2023

Congratulations to Kristjan Archer and the UK team for the 4th place at the European games in Krakow Poland 🟠🤺🤺⚫️

Congratulations to Kristjan Archer and the UK team for the 4th place at the European games in Krakow Poland 🟠🤺🤺⚫️

This years summer Nationals are underway! From June 30th to July 9th 5400 fencers from across the US will compete in Phoenix Arizona.
Let’s wish good luck to our 13 fencers!
Adil Zaidi
Albert Tang
Alex Tang
Alan Zheng
August Tang
Ethan Lee
Lindsey Pack
Jet Dressel
Nathan Lu
Nathan Yap
Noah Shin
Sarah Mei
William Gao
Go OTFC! 🤺🟠⚫️🤺 #summernationals2023

This years summer Nationals are underway! From June 30th to July 9th 5400 fencers from across the US will compete in Phoenix Arizona.
Let’s wish good luck to our 13 fencers!
Adil Zaidi
Albert Tang
Alex Tang
Alan Zheng
August Tang
Ethan Lee
Lindsey Pack
Jet Dressel
Nathan Lu
Nathan Yap
Noah Shin
Sarah Mei
William Gao
Go OTFC! 🤺🟠⚫️🤺 #summernationals2023

Wonderful turnout at our Teen/Adult In-House tournament this weekend!
Congratulations to all fencers 🤺
Our winners are:
Adyssin Moore WF 🏆
Kevin Wen MF 🏆
🤺🟠⚫️🤺

Wonderful turnout at our Teen/Adult In-House tournament this weekend!
Congratulations to all fencers 🤺
Our winners are:
Adyssin Moore WF 🏆
Kevin Wen MF 🏆
🤺🟠⚫️🤺

⚫️🟠We're excited to share the highlights of our recent in-house fencing tournament—a phenomenal event filled with great fencing 🤺 our young fencers had a great showing!! 🟠⚫️

⚫️🟠We're excited to share the highlights of our recent in-house fencing tournament—a phenomenal event filled with great fencing 🤺 our young fencers had a great showing!! 🟠⚫️

🤺🟠⚫️🤺

Meanwhile in Shanghai China Grand Prix 🇨🇳

Kristjan Archer gets to the second day after going 5 wins 1 loss in pools and then winning he’s DE bout 15-10

He will be up at 10:50 pm eastern time on strip Blue
Live video @ https://static.zhibo.tv/nuxt/live/10051

Go OTFC!

🤺🟠⚫️🤺

🤺🟠⚫️🤺

Meanwhile in Shanghai China Grand Prix 🇨🇳

Kristjan Archer gets to the second day after going 5 wins 1 loss in pools and then winning he’s DE bout 15-10

He will be up at 10:50 pm eastern time on strip Blue
Live video @ https://static.zhibo.tv/nuxt/live/10051

Go OTFC!

🤺🟠⚫️🤺

Last few competitions before the summer Nationals!

Bull City RYC

Adil Zaidi 🥉

🤺🟠⚫️🤺

Last few competitions before the summer Nationals!

Bull City RYC

Adil Zaidi 🥉

🤺🟠⚫️🤺

🤺⚫️🟠🤺
Lots of good results this weekend from all over

Fairfax Challenge Spring RYC/RJCC/ROC

August Tang 🥇Y14 MF
Albert Tang 5️⃣

Nathan Yap 🥇Div 2 MF
Adil Zaidi 6️⃣

David Knizhnik 🥇Junior MF / 🥉Div1 A MF

Carys Rilley 8️⃣ Y10 WF

Lindsey Pack 8️⃣ Y10 MF

Motor City SYC/RCC Detroit MI

Alex Tang 5️⃣ Y12 MF

British National Championships

Kristjan Archer 5️⃣

⚫️🟠Go OTFC 🤺🤺

🤺⚫️🟠🤺
Lots of good results this weekend from all over

Fairfax Challenge Spring RYC/RJCC/ROC

August Tang 🥇Y14 MF
Albert Tang 5️⃣

Nathan Yap 🥇Div 2 MF
Adil Zaidi 6️⃣

David Knizhnik 🥇Junior MF / 🥉Div1 A MF

Carys Rilley 8️⃣ Y10 WF

Lindsey Pack 8️⃣ Y10 MF

Motor City SYC/RCC Detroit MI

Alex Tang 5️⃣ Y12 MF

British National Championships

Kristjan Archer 5️⃣

⚫️🟠Go OTFC 🤺🤺

Ben Gutenberg memorial SYC

Alex Tang 2nd 🥈 place in Y12 Men’s Foil And 12th in Y14 Men’s Foil

Albert Tang 9th Y14 Men’s Foil

CFC Senior mixed foil

STRADOMSKYI Klim 3rd 🥉
Zaidi Adil 8th

🟠⚫️🤺🤺🟠⚫️

Ben Gutenberg memorial SYC

Alex Tang 2nd 🥈 place in Y12 Men’s Foil And 12th in Y14 Men’s Foil

Albert Tang 9th Y14 Men’s Foil

CFC Senior mixed foil

STRADOMSKYI Klim 3rd 🥉
Zaidi Adil 8th

🟠⚫️🤺🤺🟠⚫️

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