The Icicle Invitational Foil & Sabre Tournament was a fantastic day of fencing, bringing together friends from near and far for a full slate of competitive bouts, reconnection, and celebration on the strip. From strong performances to newly earned ratings, the event showcased the depth of talent and sportsmanship in our fencing community.

Foil Results and Rating Upgrades

The foil event featured exciting pools and decisive DEs, culminating in the following results:

Foil Results
1st Place: Matt McManigal — C2026
2nd Place: Michael Kennedy — D2026
Tied for 3rd Place: Harrison McMillian — D2026
Tied for 3rd Place: Tristan McConkey — D2026

Additional Foil Rating Upgrades
Kyle Hanna — E2026
Bentley Post — E2026

Congratulations to all of our foil competitors on their strong fencing and newly earned ratings.

Sabre Events: Women’s and Mixed

Sabre fencing took center stage with two energetic events: Women’s Sabre and Mixed Sabre. Both events delivered fast-paced action and impressive performances throughout the day.

Women’s Sabre Results
1st Place: Kimberly Shrader
2nd Place: Amanda Bush
3rd Place: Ella Flamminio

Mixed Sabre Results and Rating Upgrades
1st Place: Kristian Anderson — B2026
2nd Place: Joshua Bush
Tied for 3rd Place: Corbin Heald — C2026
Tied for 3rd Place: Levi Miller

Additional Sabre Rating Upgrades
Alexander Bucevicius — D2026
Michael Kennedy — E2026
Amanda Bush — E2026

Thank you to all of the sabre fencers who contributed to such exciting and competitive events, and congratulations to everyone who earned new ratings.

The Icicle Invitational Foil & Sabre Tournament was a great success, and we are grateful to all the athletes, coaches, referees, and supporters who made the day memorable.

Up next: The Icicle Invitational Épée event is coming up on February 21. Registration is open on AskFRED here, and we look forward to another intense and exciting day of fencing.