Marked 3 years 5 months ago onto Meet Swordplay LA’s Fencing Coaches
Source: https://www.splafencing.com/swordplay-la-fencing-coaches
MARY SPOHN (CO-OWNER/COMPETITION FENCING COACH, ALL WEAPONS)
Mary began her fencing career at Swordplay LA in 1998. At the age of 5, she took her first, foil lesson with Tim Weske. It was during those early lessons where Mary found her passion for fencing.
Fast forward, over the next four years Mary proceeded to accelerate in the competitive program. By the age of 9, Mary was competing in both regional and national competitions. At age 10, Mary was ranked number 5 nationally in her age group and awarded several national medals. Over the course of the next 8 years Mary was consistently ranked as one of the top women foil fencers in the country. Previous coaches included Al Carter and Olympic Coach Greg Massialas.
Her years of hard work and notable accomplishments earned her a scholarship at Northwestern University. Known as one of the top Division 1 fencing programs in the country, Mary embraced Northwestern Collegiate Athletics and celebrated a Midwest Conference Championship with her team in her first year. She was Captain of the Foil squad during her junior year, was voted overall Team Captain during her senior year, and graduated All American.
Mary is now co-owner of Swordplay LA and continues to inspire fencers who are looking to excel in the sport.
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