Vic passed away peacefully last night (19th) with all his children around him.
Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with his family at this very sad time
Funeral arrangements to follow
Philip Bruce
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 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…
It has just been confirmed that Prof. Sue Benney, coach to Philip Marsh -Junior World Champion (Mens’ Epee) 2011 – will be joining Maestro Roberto Piraino and Prof. Philip Bruce in leading the course. Prof. Benney has been a professional coach for 20 years and has coached numerous fencers who have represented Great Britain in both…
I was very saddened to hear of the recent death of Bill Hoskyns, who was, without a doubt, one of the greatest fencers ever to wear a Great Britain tracksuit. On behalf of the Academy, I would like to extend our condolences to his family and friends on this sad occasion. Philip Bruce President, BAF
