Nov. 5, 2005

NORTHAMPTON, MA - The SHU Women's fencing team kicked off its competitive season by competing in the BIG ONE collegiate individual tournament on November 5 at Smith College in Northampton, MA. The Pioneers were represented by eight fencers in a field of 12 universities.

The team's performance was led by Liz Mordecai who finished 12th in a strong saber competition. Team captain Christie Zeleznik also made it to the round of 32 in the saber.

In epee, walk on freshman Mary Dannegger reached the round of 32, being eliminated by all American Ruth Schneider of Brown.

The women kick off their dual meet season by travelling to New Jersey Institute of Technology on Sunday, November 13 at 10:00 AM.