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NYU Wins Two at Columbia

NYU Wins Two at Columbia

From NYU Athletics

The New York University men's fencing team defeated two of its three opponents at Columbia University's Historical Meet on Wednesday, February 10, in Manhattan. 

After dropping a close match to the host Lions, 15-12, the Violets went on to defeat Vassar College 20-7 and Sacred Heart University 18-9.

NYU, now 12-5 this season, was led by freshman Grant Williams, who went 8-0 in sabre. Sophomore Philip Shin recorded the most foil victories with six, while the epee team was led by junior captain John Cramerus with a 5-1 record.

"Williams was a real tiger on the strip tonight," said NYU Head Coach Steve Mormando. "He didn't let anyone breathe out there."  

HIGHLIGHTS:

- Junior captain Quinten Burgunder and freshman Mickey Bak each picked up five sabre victories.

- Sophomore Daniel Sconzo went 5-2 in foil.

- Sophomore Hans Engel contributed four epee wins.  

"Overall, a really strong performance tonight," Mormando added. "We lost by only three points to last year's NCAA National Champion (Columbia). We have a young team that will only get better." 

Several members of the team will be back in action this weekend at the U.S. Junior Olympic National Championships in Cleveland, OH.