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The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


Sophomores Juliana Barrett and Helen Foster face off at the USFA Burton Open on Sep. 28. Barrett ended up with the bronze as Northwestern won gold and silver in all three weapons. The quest for gold will be a lot tougher this weekend.

Fencing: Northwestern invites talented group to Remenyik Open

October 24, 2013

A hand-crafted battle axe with a 600-year-old history is the prize. Just step, swipe and shift to victory. Northwestern will host this weekend’s USFA Remenyik Open at the Henry Crown Sports Pavilion,...

The No. 8 Wildcats have been dominant at the national level for the past 14 years. Under longtime coach Laurie Schiller, they have consecutively placed within the top 10 at the NCAA Championships within this time.

Fencing: Northwestern shows promise at USFA Burton Open

October 1, 2013

Northwestern had only four days of practice before the team played in the USFA Burton Open over the weekend, coach Laurie Schiller said. The No. 8 Wildcats may have been a bit rusty in Schiller's eyes...

Fencing: Cats aim for continued success

September 26, 2013

Northwestern launches its 2013-2014 season in Evanston on Saturday, hosting the United States Fencing Association Burton Open at the Henry Crown Sports Pavilion. The No. 8 Wildcats head into their...

Fencing: Northwestern heads to season’s final test

March 5, 2013

After a season of competing against the country’s top squads, the Wildcats will now attempt to bring what they’ve learned throughout the year into the season’s most important event: the NCAA Championships. Competition...

Freshman foilist Charlotte Sands competes at NU Duals. Sands had two wins against Indiana, but Northwestern lost to the foil bronze medal competition to Wayne State.

Fencing: Wildcats garner six medals at Conference Championships

March 4, 2013

In their last weekend before the start of NCAA competition, the Wildcats faced off against not only two familiar rivals, Ohio State and Notre Dame, but also frequently against one another. In the individual...

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