Welcome to the official podcast of USA Fencing! In each episode, we’ll talk to someone interesting within the fencing world, including young fencers just learning the sport, coaches, experts from outside of fencing, fencing parents, referees, Olympians and Paralympians, and many more. Ready? Set? Fence!
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Welcome to the official podcast of USA Fencing! In each episode, we’ll talk to someone interesting within the fencing world, including young fencers just learning the sport, coaches, experts from outside of fencing, fencing parents, referees, Olympians and Paralympians, and many more. Ready? Set? Fence!
Luao Yang on the Road From Michigan to a Cadet Men’s Foil World Championship
First to 15: The USA Fencing Podcast
27 minutes 17 seconds
4 months ago
Luao Yang on the Road From Michigan to a Cadet Men’s Foil World Championship
Today we have a very special guest: Luao Yang! Luao is one of Team USA’s brightest young stars – he’s the newly crowned 2025 Cadet Men’s Foil World Champion.
This season he’s racked up impressive international results and made history for USA Fencing, all while still in high school. In this episode, we’ll chat about Luao’s recent competitions and big wins, his journey in fencing (including some standout moments), what it’s like training at his home club in Michigan, and what’s next on his horizon – including college plans – all in a fun, light-hearted conversation. Ready? Let’s get started!
First to 15: The USA Fencing Podcast
Welcome to the official podcast of USA Fencing! In each episode, we’ll talk to someone interesting within the fencing world, including young fencers just learning the sport, coaches, experts from outside of fencing, fencing parents, referees, Olympians and Paralympians, and many more. Ready? Set? Fence!