2022 USA Fencing Summer Nationals and July Challenge #

Video Slideshows

Relive Summer Nationals with these video slideshows created by photographer Serge Timacheff. There are two slideshows: one covering the first five days and another covering the last five.

(Photo by USA Fencing)

USA Fencing National Championships and July Challenge

Dates: July 2-11, 2022
Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Venue: Minneapolis Convention Center
1301 2nd Ave. S. 
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Events Contested:

Championship Events: Division IA, Division II, Division III, Veteran Age, Y14, Y12, Y10
July Challenge Events: Division I, Junior, Cadet, Senior Team, Veteran Team

Live results: Here

Live video: Here

Lost and Found Info #

Lose something at Summer Nationals? We are working with a local club in Minneapolis to hold the equipment for 60 days. If you lost something at the venue, please use the contact below to describe the item and get further instructions. 

Colin McChesney: colinmcchesney@gmail.com

Daily Recaps

Relive all the action from Summer Nationals in our daily recaps, featuring Top 8 results, photos and more.

2022 Summer Nationals: Day 1 (July 2)2022 Summer Nationals: Day 2 (July 3)2022 Summer Nationals: Day 3 (July 4)2022 Summer Nationals: Day 4 (July 5)2022 Summer Nationals: Day 5 (July 6)2022 Summer Nationals: Day 6 (July 7)2022 Summer Nationals: Day 7 (July 8)2022 Summer Nationals: Day 8 (July 9)2022 Summer Nationals: Day 9 (July 10)2022 Summer Nationals: Day 10 (July 11)

Updates #

Check-In Times Posted #

Check-in times have been posted for all events. Click here to see the full schedule. Note: All times are the scheduled close of check-in. Fencers should plan to be at their assigned strip by the times listed.

Equipment Check Times Available #

The equipment check schedule for all weapons and classifications is available here.

Practice Space Available #

Clubs attending Summer Nationals can schedule time for practices and athlete training at the USA Fencing Experience at City Center — a separate space about a 15-minute walk from the competition venue. The practice space features three strips that can be reserved in 90-minute blocks. This space is available at no cost to clubs.

Space is limited and is first come, first served. Learn more and register.

Presentation Room Schedule Posted #

To see what's happening in our Presentation Room (also known as Meeting Room 103B), check out the schedule.

Health & Safety Protocols Shared #

Please review the protocols, which are mostly unchanged from the April NAC in Charlotte.

Find live results through Fencing Time Live at this link.

Find live video for semifinals and finals bouts at this link.

Membership Town Hall #

Want to meet some of the members of USA Fencing's staff and Board of Directors?

Stop by our Membership Town Hall in Room 103D. It's a great time to get your questions answered and meet some of the individuals who pour their passion into the fencing movement. 

The town hall event will be offered twice:

  • Saturday, July 2: 4–5 p.m.
  • Wednesday, July 6: 2–3 p.m.

No-Show Fine and Withdrawals #

The No-Show Fine, as approved by the Board of Directors in May 2021, will be in effect for Summer Nationals.

Fencers who fail to withdraw themselves by 5 p.m. local time the night before their competition and subsequently fail to appear at strip for their event will be subject to a fine of $250 per event. Memberships for fencers subject to the fine will be suspended, and fencers will be unable to register for future events or renew their membership until the fine is paid.

In order to withdraw, fencers must email withdrawals@usafencing.org.

Schedule #

(Photo by USA Fencing)

Full schedule of check-in times (PDF)

Eligibility #

Qualifications Tables

Age and Classification Eligibility Chart

COVID-19 #

We are working with our medical partner Mt Sinai to assess changing guidance from local, state and federal agencies to ensure the safety of our members. Any changes will be posted at https://www.usafencing.org/.

While You're in Minneapolis

Our friends at the Minneapolis Convention Center have put together this page containing tips for planning your visit to the city. Scroll down to the "Explore Minneapolis" section for a wide assortment of fun articles. Our favorites include:

Minnesota Twins baseball #

The Minnesota Twins are offering discounted game tickets to USA Fencing members and families for games on July 1, July 2 and July 3 against Baltimore.

Friday, July 1, at 7:10 p.m. vs. Baltimore

Saturday, July 2, at 1:10 p.m. vs. Baltimore

Sunday, July 3, at 1:10 p.m. vs. Baltimore

Minnesota United FC soccer #

Minnesota United FC is offering discounted tickets to USA Fencing members and families for their July 3 match against Real Salt Lake. 

Sunday, July 3, at 8 p.m. vs. Real Salt Lake

Minnesota Lynx basketball #

Minnesota's WNBA team has four home games between July 1 and 12. 

Visit this link and use the promo code LY22USAFencing!

Note: Not all games are currently available at the discounted rate, so keep checking back as additional games are added.

Valleyfair: Minneapolis Amusement Park #

USA Fencing members and their families can score discounted admission to Valleyfair, the amusement park located just 20 minutes from the Convention Center. 

Learn more and purchase discounted tickets

For Coaches: Lakes & Legends Brewery #

Coaches: Your coach credential scores you $1 off beer and reserved seating all week long (July 2-11) at Lakes & Legends Brewery. This eatery and taproom is a seven-minute walk away from the Convention Center and is considered a staple in downtown Minneapolis. They're excited to have USA Fencing in town!