08-05-2005, 02:10 PM
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#1 | | Senior Member
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| Write your own Scherma online interview! Alrighty, time to indulge your vanity. Write you own interview about your fencing life, as if it were for the schermaonline website.
Here are some questions stolen from the interviews that you can use, but feel free to make up your own.
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When and with whom did you start fencing?
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Did you start with epee?
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Did you start with foil?
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Did you start with saber?
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Who's your trainer now?
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What advice would you give to a young person who'd decide to start fencing, epee in particular?
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What advice would you give to a young person who'd decide to start fencing, saber in particular?
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What advice would you give to a young person who'd decide to start fencing, foil in particular?
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(user name), how does one become a champion?
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Can one become a champion even without a special natural talent?
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What is your present weekly training schedule?
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Do you train more or less than when you were very young?
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What is in your opinion the role of the physical preparation as far as the fencer's performance is concerned?
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Who is the opponent you fear the most in competitions?
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Who among the (your gender) (your weapon) fencers impresses you the most? Who could become really strong?
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Who is the strongest (your gender) (your weapon) fencer you've ever known who has had the greatest influence on you?
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Who is the strongest (opposite gender) (your weapon) fencer you've ever known who has had the greatest influence on you?
Have fun!
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08-05-2005, 03:30 PM
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#2 | | Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Jyväskylä
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| The Mr Epee interview... Ok kids, I've been getting picked on for a recent lack of constructive contribution, so I'll indulge DFP's request for interviews... Enjoy SCHERMAONLINE:
When and with whom did you start fencing?
I started fencing, when I was 11, in a small club that barely kept the doors open three days a week under the guidance of a USFCA Fencing Master who charged students 20usd a month and gave lessons for free. He was very classical in his approach to instruction. He didn't really keep up with changes in the sport, but his biggest contribution to my fencing was establishing a good foundation for technique. That and the fact that he didn't force me to stop doing things that worked for me. He was the type who would never teach a thrown point attack, but didn't stop me from doing them.
But when it came time for me to move on, I did. SCHERMAONLINE:
Did you start with foil?
I started in foil, and wasn't allowed to work with the other weapons. I had been fencing for 4 years before entering an epee event, and competed nationally in both as a cadet, and during my first year as a Junior. When you are young it's possible to be successful in more than one event, but today you must specialize earlier and earlier. SCHERMAONLINE:
Did you start with saber?
When I was first starting, I thought that I would like to learn saber, but quickly changed my mind. SCHERMAONLINE:
Who's your trainer now?
Myself... I rely on past experience and after taking 3-6 lessons a week for 10+ years there comes a time when you have the best feeling for what you need to do... not to say it wouldn't be beneficial to have a good working relationship with a coach, but this is a luxury. SCHERMAONLINE:
What advice would you give to a young person who'd decide to start fencing, epee in particular?
Fencing is a game. Approach it like a game you love. Train hard, play hard and focus 100% when it's important. Have fun and don't limit yourself to fencing. Playing other games can give you insight to the sport that you might miss by just fencing. And never forget that this is a sport about people. Your coach is human. Your opponent is human. Your referee is human. You are human. Each of these people have goals, and make mistakes. That's part of the game. SCHERMAONLINE:
Mr Epee, how does one become a champion?
It takes an incredible will, and a passion for the sport. Champions make awesome sacrifices for their passion. A champion must be able to make these sacrifices without regret. SCHERMAONLINE:
Can one become a champion even without a special natural talent?
Champions are by definition very talented. In fencing, particularly in epee, it is very difficult to be the champion for more than a day. But on some days you can see everything, and know exactly how to control your opponent. I think that once you reach a certain level you defeat anyone, if the stars line up in the right way. Once every couple of generations there are fencers who are able to dominate for their career. These are very special people. SCHERMAONLINE:
Do you train more or less than when you were very young?
Much more when I was younger. As you get older, your training becomes much more efficient, because you have a better idea of what you need to do to maintain/improve your level as a fencer... and there comes a point when you understand that your body simply won't carry the training load that it did when you were younger. SCHERMAONLINE:
What is in your opinion the role of the physical preparation as far as the fencer's performance is concerned?
Physical preparation is your ticket to the dance. You can have a brilliant understanding of the game, but if you don't do the physical preparations, you won't be able to execute your ideas. I feel that this is an area too often over looked in our sport. This as something to do with our culture and tradition, but many improvements have been made even at the general level. SCHERMAONLINE:
Who is the opponent you fear the most in competitions?
In the US, I really hated fencing Tamir Bloom. He's a fine person, but a horrible physical/style match-up for me on the strip. He smashed me once 15-8 in a National Semi-Final, and after that the psychology sometimes sneaks up on you. I don't mind mentioning him by name, because I'm pretty sure he got a kick out it when people didn't like fencing him.
Internationally, I wasn't a big fan of fencing with Gabor Boczko. We would usually trade bouts, which annoyed him, and he's a big physical guy. Those are the sort of guys who aren't a lot of fun to fence, when they're annoyed.
I'm not a small guy, in the sport, but I would much rather fence at a distance and develop actions, so being physical doesn't really appeal to me. SCHERMAONLINE:
Who among the men's epee fencers impresses you the most? Who could become really strong?
There are many strong fencers today, and many with potential... it's up to them if they want to reach their potential. SCHERMAONLINE:
Who is the strongest men's epee fencer you've ever known who has had the greatest influence on you?
Without a doubt, Kovacs Ivan. He was a dominant fencer for many many years, and in my opinion had the most incredible/powerful technique of any fencer I've ever seen. Off the strip, he was a great guy and was very helpful and willing to include people... the first time I met him, I didn't know who he was and he was on the short cycle before the 96 Atlanta games. He asked me to fence, and didn't punch me in the face when I (then a goofy kid) beat him. (He was really, really tired) For the record, he finished fourth in those games, and lost the bronze match to a teammate while fencing on an ankle he severely sprained in the semi-final match. SCHERMAONLINE:
Who is the strongest women's fencer you've ever known who has had the greatest influence on you?
This is much harder, because I don't follow women's epee very closely. They have a different schedule, and trainings were rarely mixed, but I have always admired Timea Nagy. Of all the women is have seen, she has an unparrelled control of the weapon when she fences. I particularly remember watching her win a World Cup Grand Prix, on mothers day, by defeating Imke Duplitzer (Ger). On the medal stand she was holding the trophy cup in one hand, and her 6-8 month old baby in the other. It was touching sight, because it was obvious that she is a true champion in fencing and in life.
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08-05-2005, 04:59 PM
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#3 | | Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2003
Posts: 5,545
| Name: Grant Ballew
Weapon: Epee
Length of time fencing: 2.8 years, 1.8 for epee.
Rating: B05
Age: 15
Height: 6'2
Weight: 170 lbs
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When and with whom did you start fencing?
I started at 12 years old (almost 13) in a small and local recreational class. It was foil, taught in a fairly classical fashion, and we met once a week.
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Did you start with foil?
Yes. With a french grip. I'll put my head on the classical fencing cutting block and say that I think its a good idea to start with a french gripped foil, as it builds alot of basic actions, and does benefit your sense of distance and timing.
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Who's your trainer now?
Bart Weathington, who has guided me through epee since I began it.
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What advice would you give to a young person who'd decide to start fencing, epee in particular?
Don't get caught up in the strategy's, but instead, focus on how you feel during a match, and try to let your natural instincts flow freely through your body.
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DFP, how does one become a champion?
I cant say since I'm far from being there. But in general, success seems to come with hard work and time, and the more you sacrifice for your sport, the more it gives back to you.
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Can one become a champion even without a special natural talent?
No. There are too many talented individuals in the sport dedicating 100% effort to fencing. You can be succesful without talent though, all it takes is work.
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What is your present weekly training schedule?
Bouting once a week, in the evening. On the non fencing days, I get up early in the morning and do footwork and jump rope for 2 hours. Every 3rd day I give my legs a break and lift weights.
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Do you train more or less than when you were very young?
I'm still young and getting stronger, so I train more now than I did before.
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What is in your opinion the role of the physical preparation as far as the fencer's performance is concerned?
I think that the body is the vessel for the mind, so having a good one helps. More important than being strong and fast, is feeling the sensation of being "on". This is really just a by product of being in good shape, having well rested muscles and dieting appropriately. So many fencers stay out till 2 in the morning, drink with the buddy's, played basket ball the day before, and eat like crap, and wonder why they fence terribly the day of the tournament.
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Who is the opponent you fear the most in competitions?
Personally, Brian Casper. He's short, evil, and in your face when you fence him. He's also technically proficient, and has a good sense of timing and distance.
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Who among the mens epeeist fencers impresses you the most? Who could become really strong?
Jonathan Yergler, he's always done very well in cadet and junior competition despite being on average three years younger and being shorter than most of his competitors. He's so light on his feet.
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Who is the strongest mens epeeist fencer you've ever known who has had the greatest influence on you?
Carlos Bruno, his work ethic combined with his impression on me has driven me to be the best fencer I can. The first time I fenced him, I was thinking "wow, I want to be this good, and inspire people like this" its really a long lasting effect.
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Who is the strongest female fencer who has had the greatest influence on you?
Laura Flessel-Colovic. She wins so much do to her intense training, plus she's fast and accurate beyond reasoning.
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What do you consider your greastest victory's?
Beating Jan Viviani in the first round of pools was a great victory, though rather shallow, because it was only the 1st round. It gave me momentum in the rest of that pool though. My greatest victory ever would be against Brian Parker, he was simply the favorite in the bout, and it was a very very intense bout. He's been fencing so much longer than me, he should have won, atleast thats what I thought, but I realized the next night that I train harder than him, so I do deserve the victory.
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08-05-2005, 05:22 PM
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#4 | | Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: USA
Posts: 455
| SCHERMAONLINE: When and with whom did you start fencing?
I started fencing when I was around 10 years old with Bill Reith. My sister had started years before and I had always wanted to try it.
SCHERMAONLINE: Did you start with epee?
I started with Epee. I did foil for about two weeks or less when I first began my fencing career, so I don't really count that.
SCHERMAONLINE: Who's your trainer now?
I'm currently being coached by Alexander Melnikov.
SCHERMAONLINE: What advice would you give to a young person who'd decide to start fencing, epee in particular?
I would tell them to stick with it, and train hard. Especially if they love it from the beggining. You aren't going to be a great fencer within two weeks.
SCHERMAONLINE: Lefty1, how does one become a champion?
For one to become a champion, they/you need to train hard and make some sacrifices along the way.
SCHERMAONLINE: Can one become a champion even without a special natural talent?
I think some natural talent is needed. However, hard work is just as important.
SCHERMAONLINE: What is your present weekly training schedule?
I fence three to four nights a week, and on the off days I run, jump rope, and practice footwork and point control.
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Do you train more or less than when you were very young?
I definatley train more now than when I was little. I'm more focused and have goals.
SCHERMAONLINE: What is in your opinion the role of the physical preparation as far as the fencer's performance is concerned?
Physical preparation is huge, at least for me. I can learn tricks, but I need to know how to execute them in a way that works.
SCHERMAONLINE: Who is the opponent you fear the most in competitions?
I fear no one!
SCHERMAONLINE: Who among the (your gender) (your weapon) fencers impresses you the most? Who could become really strong?
The Hurleys without a doubt are impressive, and they already have become really strong!
SCHERMAONLINE: Who is the strongest (opposite gender) (your weapon) fencer you've ever known who has had the greatest influence on you?
Ben Solomon, he is such a great fencer, and an all around nice guy.
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08-05-2005, 06:15 PM
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#5 | | Senior Member
Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: calgary,ab,canada
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When and with whom did you start fencing?
started at the old age of 24 when i started grad school. it was a college club, not too many fencers. SCHERMAONLINE:
Did you start with epee?
no, i started with a beginner foil class, then fooled around with epee a few months after i started foil. SCHERMAONLINE:
Who's your trainer now?
no consistent coach right now. i'll take "lessons" as often as i can from anyone more knowledgeable than me. they always have something to give and i'm always super absorbent.
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What advice would you give to a young person who'd decide to start fencing, epee in particular?
take as many lessons as possible and fence as much as you can. pay attention to technique and form always; most importantly, have fun. EPEE is the best. SCHERMAONLINE:
glow-boy, how does one become a champion?
i'd say tons of hard work, tons of sacrificing, little bit of luck and timing. SCHERMAONLINE:
Can one become a champion even without a special natural talent?
i'd say so but it's a lot harder but in the end, if two people do the same amount of training, the more talented one will win. SCHERMAONLINE:
What is your present weekly training schedule?
bouting 1-2 days per week, not too many hours. i drive more hours than i fence. daily routine of target ball drills, footwork exercises, stretching, sitting on my a$$, whatever comes to mind. i always try to do a minimum. if you get too rigid you'll get bored quickly..at least i do. SCHERMAONLINE:
Do you train more or less than when you were very young?
started at 24 so when i was young i wasn't fencing... SCHERMAONLINE:
What is in your opinion the role of the physical preparation as far as the fencer's performance is concerned?
most importantly, i think you should do fencing specific training. i used to weight train a lot before i started fencing but it didn't help me that much. i still got sore a lot. the best way to train for a sport is to train your muscles for that sport.
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Who is the opponent you fear the most in competitions?
anyone who's style doesn't match well with mine. if i had to choose someone, it would be carlos bruno..i don't really fear him but pretty much i know i have no chance whatsoever to beat him. with him, you get to see the level of fencing you want to be at. SCHERMAONLINE:
Who among the men's epee fencers impresses you the most? Who could become really strong?
probably parrish out of south FL. i heard he's a lefty like me..can't wait to fence him.
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Who is the strongest men's epee fencer you've ever known who has had the greatest influence on you?
this guy chris i used to know here in FL that moved away. he made epee fencing appear like pure art and science to me. he had such an incredible technical and conceptual grasp of the weapon. i would bout with him and he was always a couple of steps ahead of me. even better was the super thorough bout analysis i would get afterwards..really helpful in understanding just what the heck is going on. it was easy to fall in love with epee when you worked with him. SCHERMAONLINE:
Who is the strongest female epee fencer you've ever known who has had the greatest influence on you?
corinne..without a doubt. she brainwashed me into fencing epee. i used to ride with her to practice/tournaments. she helped me a lot. if it wasn't for her i probably would have quit fencing a looooooooonnnngg time ago. i really miss her...  |
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08-05-2005, 06:29 PM
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#6 | | No, your mom's a lemur
Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: None of your Damn buisiness! Or California.
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| I will save you all a lot of time and aggravation.
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08-05-2005, 06:38 PM
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#7 | | Senior Member
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Originally Posted by Westley I will save you all a lot of time and aggravation.
NOBODY CARES!!!!!!!! | Real fencers find it interesting.
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08-05-2005, 06:53 PM
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#8 | | Senior Member
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Originally Posted by D+F+P=Hadouken! Real fencers find it interesting. | I agree, and it's fun to learn more about the people on these forums. 
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08-05-2005, 10:17 PM
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#9 | | Boom!
Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Canada
Posts: 5,925
| Exclusive - only at Schermaonline - the TRH interview SCHERMAONLINE:
Hello and good afternoon, Thatreallyhurt. Thanks for taking a few moments out of your busy schedule to do an interview.
Oh, it's no problem, really - I'm just surprised that you found me, much less decided to ask me anything. Oh, and you can just call me TRH if you want to save a bit of writing. SCHERMAONLINE:
Well, it wasn't easy finding someone who's come in dead last at all of their...
I was tied for dead last in one. That's pretty important. Oh, and I competed in one recreational tournament, I ended up in the top half in that one. SCHERMAONLINE:
Yes, of course. Sorry. It wasn't easy finding someone who's come in dead last or tied for dead last in all of their competitive tournaments, yet goes to work and tries to tell his non-fencing co-workers and family members all about it for a month after the tournament.
You know, when you put it that way, it's actually a little... embarassing. SCHERMAONLINE:
Well, don't worry about it - we'll make sure that part doesn't actually get to press, so to speak. So, shall we begin?
Sure, I'm as ready as I'll ever be. SCHERMAONLINE:
When and with whom did you start fencing?
I started fencing last September - I think it was September 23rd, 2004. I didn't go there knowing anyone, I just went to take a look. Fencing is something I was always interested in, but for one reason or another was never able to get into. SCHERMAONLINE:
Such as?
Well, I grew up in the country outside of a prairie town. Fencing was something you either saw in movies or in the Olympics - there were no fencing clubs or school fencing programs around.
Later on, I moved to a prairie city to go to college. I knew that the university had a fencing program, but being barely able to pay for food, coming up with money to join was out of the question. Last year things finally came together - money, spare time, and I found out that there were clubs outside of the university. SCHERMAONLINE:
Did you start with foil?
Indeed I did. The club I joined generally teaches foil for the first year, then it allows and encourages members to try the other two weapons. I had done a fair amount of research in both books and the internet, and I was pretty sure that foil was the weapon I wanted to fence anyway. SCHERMAONLINE:
Are you still fencing foil?
Yes. I thoroughly enjoy it. I've dabbled in epee and sabre a few times at the club, and they're both very interesting too, but I think foil is where I want to be. Don't get me wrong, things can change, but I'm very happy with foil. SCHERMAONLINE:
What is your opinion of the new foil timings, current proposals of the head of the FIE, and the recommendations of the SEMI commission?
The what? SCHERMAONLINE:
The SEMI commission. You know, the group that...
Uh, I don't mean to sound like I'm trying to weasel out of answering your question here, but I should probably remind you that I'm quite possibly the worst fencer who's ever read your publication, never mind being interviewed by it. Apparently, the most recent tournament I competed in was using the new timings. To be honest, I didn't notice a difference. Yes, some of my straight hits didn't register, but this is basically a sport of poking, right? If it doesn't register, just go for another poke. As long as my opponent is using the same timings as I am, that's all that matters, right? SCHERMAONLINE:
Would it be safe to guess that you don't flick?
That would be a pretty reasonable assumption. I've no idea how to flick. I've been flicked by people who apparently know how to do it - that's pretty interesting, and by people who don't - which hurts quite a bit. SCHERMAONLINE:
Who's your trainer now?
I have two coaches, D and C. Both emphasise different aspects - for example, D has a much more defensive style with lots of footwork, while C does a lot of bladework and is very aggressive. I enjoy absorbing both aspects and trying to distill my own style. SCHERMAONLINE:
What would you consider to be your style?
I'm not sure yet, although I can tell you that I retreat a lot. SCHERMAONLINE:
What advice would you give to a young person who'd decide to start fencing, foil in particular?
I'd tell them the same thing for all three weapons - fencing can be exactly what you want it to be. If you want fun, that's fencing. If you want sport, that's fencing. If you want fitness, that's fencing. Be ready to get bruised. Be ready to feel really bad when you accidentally bruise someone else. It's a fun, safe sport, and I only wish I'd started younger - I was 28 when I started. SCHERMAONLINE:
TRH, how does one become a champion?
(Laughs) You know, I've been wondering that myself. I think that the first step is having realistic expectations. I went into my first tournament thinking that if I scored one touch and didn't get black carded, it would be a success. Well, I got around sixteen. I even won one bout. I tell you, I came out of there feeling like a champion, even though I ended up in last place. I know it sounds cheezy, but it's true - you don't have to walk away with a medal around your neck to feel like you've done a great job. I think too many people lose sight of that. SCHERMAONLINE:
Can one become a champion even without a special natural talent?
To a point, yes, I think they can. The trick is tempering your expectations with a bit of realism. You'll be a lot happier and won't have a breakdown because of it. SCHERMAONLINE:
What is your present weekly training schedule?
Well, I get up at about 5:45 in the morning, then do a 15 minute run on the treadmill to warm up, then some stretching, then about 15 minutes of light weights, then footwork and practicing against my carpet covered plywood until 7. Once the club starts up again, I'll be there two nights a week, about 90 minutes each class. SCHERMAONLINE:
What is in your opinion the role of the physical preparation as far as the fencer's performance is concerned?
I think it's important. I mean, I've shown up to the club a little late, and run right into the drills without warming up or stretching. It makes a huge difference both in how I fence and how I feel the next day. Always, always try to warm up first. SCHERMAONLINE:
Who is the opponent you fear the most in competitions?
The amateur flickers. The really big guys who try to win solely through strength. I'm not afraid of getting beaten, that's the best way to learn! I am, however, afraid of getting hurt sometimes. SCHERMAONLINE:
Who among the male foil fencers impresses you the most? Who could become really strong?
I am, unfortunately, horribly ignorant of many of the other fencers. I have a few that I look up to, both locally and internationally, but... I don't know very much yet. SCHERMAONLINE:
Who is the strongest male foil fencer you've ever known who has had the greatest influence on you?
Well, so far it's definitely C, my coach. He's very enthusiastic and very encouraging and helpful at tournaments. He's also really good at seeing what I'm doing wrong right away - things like bad distance, timing, that sort of thing. SCHERMAONLINE:
Who is the strongest female foil fencer you've ever known who has had the greatest influence on you?
That would be my other coach, D. We were talking about style earlier on. I think she's probably been the biggest influence on my style, I find myself much more comfortable when I'm fencing defensively. SCHERMAONLINE:
Well, that's all we have for questions. Thanks for your time, TRH.
You're quite welcome. Say, I brought along some pictures from my last tournament, would you like... SCHERMAONLINE:
Maybe next time.
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08-06-2005, 01:41 AM
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Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: South Carolina über Alles
Posts: 2,608
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When and with whom did you start fencing?
I started at the age of 18 at Ole Miss, fencing with their club team and parks team during the school year. SCHERMAONLINE:
Did you start with epee?
No, actually I was originally trained to be a foilist...but after transferring to a school in Tennessee I discovered that the best club in the state was Epee' only--so the transition seemed natural since I wanted to be the best I could be regardless of the weapon. SCHERMAONLINE:
Who's your trainer now?
Doug Harris. He's a fairly accomplished coach and has cleaned my game up considerably. This summer I've been fencing at his club and receiving four lessons a week from him.
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What advice would you give to a young person who'd decide to start fencing, epee in particular?
Always find someone more knowledgeably than you, and learn all you can from that person. Also: Epee' is about efficiency, quickness and accuracy...all the fancy stuff is just distraction. SCHERMAONLINE:
RebelFencer, how does one become a champion?
Haha, well...I'm still working on that one. But it requires countless hours of practice, lessons and just plain sacrifice. Saying, "no, I can't go to the party...I have practice/a tournament tomorrow," can be one of the toughest things you can say..but that is what separates the champions from the rest. SCHERMAONLINE:
Can one become a champion even without a special natural talent?
There's always going to be a bit of special natural talent that propels certain people to be very successful...but if you work as hard as you can, you will still be able to accomplish quite a lot in most cases. SCHERMAONLINE:
What is your present weekly training schedule?
Bouting/Lessons 4 days a week. Group Lesson twice a week. Mental work while at work 40 hours a week. SCHERMAONLINE:
Do you train more or less than when you were very young?
Well, If by "very young" you mean 18...then no..I train more now. SCHERMAONLINE:
What is in your opinion the role of the physical preparation as far as the fencer's performance is concerned?
Physical preparation is an absolute necessity if you want to be successful. Although if you to either the mental or physical extreme while neglecting the other, you will be be very limited. What good is unending endurance and strength if you can't lunge with your arm first? What good is brilliant strategy and perfect technique if you can't physically execute it under stressfull conditions?
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Who is the opponent you fear the most in competitions?
I really haven't met anyone who I fear in competitions...I'd say that I dislike fencing this one vandy guy named Marc Gauthier just because he's very awkward, but makes his awkwardness work decently (damn long arms). SCHERMAONLINE:
Who among the men's epee fencers impresses you the most? Who could become really strong?
I was pretty damn impressed with Max Dettlinger (KY) when I fenced him...he had very good timing.
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Who is the strongest men's epee fencer you've ever known who has had the greatest influence on you?
Alexander Zhurkin. He is a very good Epeeist at my club and has kind of taken me under his wing as a second coach. We'll bout, he'll give me some suggestions...repeat. Helped me learn some armory too. SCHERMAONLINE:
Who is the strongest female epee fencer you've ever known who has had the greatest influence on you?
Probably Kace(sp?) Szarwarck. I really admire her style and intensity. When fencing her, it really feels like you have to make a great action to score..which really has helped me develop my approaches to scoring.
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08-06-2005, 08:45 PM
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Originally Posted by D+F+P=Hadouken! Real fencers find it interesting. | dude, is that your head I see blocking out the sun?
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08-06-2005, 08:48 PM
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Originally Posted by Tazz dude, is that your head I see blocking out the sun? | No, thats the sun, I'm that hot.
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08-06-2005, 08:53 PM
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Originally Posted by D+F+P=Hadouken! No, thats the sun, I'm that hot. | sorry, my mistake. its just, I cant look at the sun, it hurts my eyes. so I couldnt be sure..ya know... it coulda been u too
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08-06-2005, 09:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Tazz sorry, my mistake. its just, I cant look at the sun, it hurts my eyes. so I couldnt be sure..ya know... it coulda been u too | you went to cadet worlds, right? why not write an interview?
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08-06-2005, 09:06 PM
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Originally Posted by D+F+P=Hadouken! you went to cadet worlds, right? why not write an interview? | I guess... coz I dont really wanna
Watching my dog lick himself is much more interesting... 
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