Three Ivy League Teams Shine in NCAA Fencing Championships: A Historic Performance
A Stellar Showcase at University Park
UNIVERSITY PARK, PA – The 2025 NCAA Fencing Championships witnessed a remarkable display of talent, determination, and skill, with three Ivy League universities finishing in the top five. Columbia University clinched an impressive second place, Harvard University followed closely to secure third, and Princeton University rounded out the top four. This year’s championships not only highlighted these institutions’ prowess but also saw 32 individuals from the Ivy League earn prestigious All-America honors.
Ivy Excellence: All-America Accolades
The All-America selections are a testament to the exceptional performances by Ivy athletes. Among the standout competitors, several fencers showcased their extraordinary skills, earning first-team All-America status.
Highlighted performances include:
- Jessica Guo of Harvard, who dominated the women’s foil category.
- Tierna Oxenreider from Columbia, standing out in women’s epee.
- And, two male fencers from Harvard, Andrew Chen (men’s foil) and Henry Lawson (men’s epee), who brought home silver medals in their respective events.
All-America Teams: Ivy Representation
First Team Honors (Places 1-4)
The First Team represents the pinnacle of collegiate fencing excellence. Here’s a look at the champions among the Ivies:
- Alexandra Lee – Princeton (women’s saber)
- Jessica Guo – Harvard (women’s foil)
- Zander Rhodes – Columbia (men’s foil)
- Carolina Stutchbury – Columbia (women’s foil)
- Tierna Oxenreider – Columbia (women’s epee)
- Hadley Husisian – Princeton (women’s epee)
- Leehi Machulsky – Princeton (women’s epee)
- Will Morrill – Columbia (men’s saber)
- Andrew Chen – Harvard (men’s foil)
- Brandon Lee – Princeton (men’s foil)
- Henry Lawson – Harvard (men’s epee)
Second Team Recognition (Places 5-8)
The Second Team acknowledges the exceptional talents who just missed the top spots. Notable mentions include:
- Tamar Gordon – Princeton (women’s saber)
- Kaitlyn Pak – Harvard (women’s saber)
- Emese Domonkos – Princeton (women’s saber)
- Chloe Gouhin – Columbia (women’s saber)
- Lauren Scruggs – Harvard (women’s foil)
- Ketki Ketkar – Cornell (women’s epee)
- Sarah Gu – Harvard (women’s epee)
- Antonio Heathcock – Penn (men’s saber)
Honorable Mentions (Places 9-12)
Recognizing the budding talents, the Honorable Mention list featured:
- Jenna Shoman – Harvard (women’s saber)
- Chin-Yi Kong – Princeton (women’s foil)
- Yasmine Khamis – Harvard (women’s epee)
- Jordan Silberzweig – Yale (men’s saber)
Conclusion: A Celebration of Ivy Fencing
The 2025 NCAA Fencing Championships not only underscored the Ivy League’s commitment to academic and athletic excellence but also demonstrated the depth of talent within its ranks. With three teams securing top-five finishes and a multitude of All-America honors, this championship is a memorable chapter in Ivy fencing history.
As we celebrate these athletes’ hard work and dedication, we can only look forward to what the future holds for Ivy League fencing. For fans and fellow athletes alike, the performance of these teams has set a high bar for excellence in collegiate sports. Keep an eye out for future fencing stars from the Ivy League!
For more information on collegiate fencing results and updates, visit the NCAA Fencing page.
