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NJ Fencing Pauses for Holidays, County Tourneys Loom
2 Jan
Summary
- New Jersey high school fencing enters a holiday break, anticipating county tournaments.
- Chatham's boys and girls fencing teams are defending Morris County champions.
- Wayne Hills and Passaic Tech are the reigning boys and girls champions, respectively.
As the New Year approaches, New Jersey's high school fencing teams are enjoying a brief respite from competition during the Christmas break. This pause allows fencers and coaches to regroup after a demanding initial month of the season. Attention is now shifting towards the upcoming county tournaments, significant events on the postseason calendar.
The Morris County Tournament, scheduled for January 24th at Randolph High School, will see defending boys champions Chatham vying for another title. The girls' team from Chatham also seeks to extend its winning streak. In Passaic County, the tournament on the same date at Passaic Tech will feature reigning boys champions Wayne Hills and girls champions Passaic Tech.
Several schools have introduced new head coaches this winter, bringing new strategies and enthusiasm to their fencing programs. These coaches are focused on developing fundamental skills and fostering a competitive spirit as the season progresses towards these crucial county championships.
