Pozdnyakov.com

[sabreman]

Not sure if this has been posted:

http://eng.pozdnyakov.com/inner.php?action=news&nid=45

[counterattack]

Originally Posted by sabreman

Not sure if this has been posted:

http://eng.pozdnyakov.com/inner.php?action=news&nid=45

I had not seen this site. The rough translation gives it a very authentic feel. Nothing special in the news section, but my favorite is this quote from the "Coach" page:

"And when I see I witness one more victory I try not to intrude at all: I just watch the boy and think to myself: let him fence, for he is rather good at it," the coach laughs.


Seriously, though, it seems like he and his coach have a bond to be jealous of.

[gulebukser]

Thought that this was nice.

11 prompts to a sabre fencer beginner

1. Don"t discourse on fencing until you learn fencing and master all the rules.

2. Keep it in mind that you represent a noble sport. 3. Treat the sports with loyalty and don"t look for profit.

4. Take care of your fencing equipment.

5. In the fencing hall one should, as well out of it, behave as an athlete and gentleman.

6. Learn to lose with honour and win with dignity.

7. Respect your opponent whoever he is and whatever happens, but try hard to defeat him.

8. Remember that the opponent wins with the last touche only. Till then you always have a chance to take the win back.

9. No matter what happens, never refuse to continue the fight. Don"t leave the competition scene without referee"s permission.

10. It is better to lose honestly than to win unfairly.

11. Make the others to respect your name, protect teacher"s prestige, keep and defend your country"s banner.