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The Academy is deeply saddened to hear of the death Trevor Cox following illness. A lifelong fencer and coach, Trevor was  a valued member and supporter of the BAF. A Mass and funeral will take place in Croydon on Tuesday 14th May. His widow, Frances, requests no flowers but donations to Macmillan Cancer.

Sportscoach UK have announced Iain Aberdeen as one of the three finalists for this years Performance Development Coach of the Year. The award recognises coaches that have excelled and shown outstanding commitment to sport whilst providing innovative coaching practice and high quality player centered coaching of young performers. The winner of the award will be…

The following have applied for membership of the BAF.  More info hereJames Bate – HalesowenAndrew Basford – SheffieldAndrew Norris – MidhurstFranco Ceruti – SwitzerlandJonathan Daley – St AlbansMarina Hauer – Portsmouth

Akos Moldovanyi’s cremation will be held on December 19th,  11am at the  St Marylebone Crematorium,  East End Road, London N20RZ, ph 02083432233Flowers may be sent via  Levertons Funeral Directors, 1 Denmark Terrace, Fortis Green N2 9HGTel: 020 8444 5753

The British Academy of Fencing is saddened to hear of the passing of Jean MacLardy. Jean began fencing at a housewives group in 1971. From this beginner’s introductory class she went on to pass her SAFU and BAF coaching exams. She coached many youngsters in her time starting some international fencers on their paths to…

We are sad to announce that Dave Jerry passed away yesterday afternoon after a long illness.Dave Jerry had served the Academy for many years as Assistant Secretary, as an examiner and as a coacheducator.  As course officer he organised many Denstone courses.He was also an excellent coach and received the Brian Pitman Memorial Award in…