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News Release Template for Clubs

Share the story of your fencers' success with your local news outlets! Use the template below to easily create a news release that gives journalists the information they need to consider showcasing your big moments.

Other things to note:

  • Journalists are busy people, so try to give them exactly what they need — no more, no less. Try to think about what questions they might ask and provide that information up front: the fencer's age, what school they attend and other accomplishments outside of fencing are good examples. A bulleted list is often handy for these facts!
  • When sharing your news release, include three or four high-res photos and clearly identify which fencer is which in the photo. Try to make sure that at least one of the photos is of your fencer without a mask. (By the way, you're welcome to share any USA Fencing photos with local media without obtaining our permission. We ask that you credit the photographer and USA Fencing when doing so.)
  • To find the contacts for local media, look for a "news tips" link on the outlet's website. If you can't find one, look for the email address of an editor.
  • If you do get a "hit" — a story featured in the local news — be sure to share it on social media and tag us so we can reshare it!

Sample Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Oct. 10, 2022

 

The A-1 Fencing Club

a1fencingclub@fakeemail.com

212-555-1234

 

[Attach two or three photos of the fencer (including one without mask) when sending to media]

 

 

Local Fencer Wins Gold at October North American Cup in Minneapolis

 

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — Jane Smith, a 15-year-old fencer from Forest Grove who trains at The A-1 Fencing Club in Townview has earned a gold medal at the October North American Cup a prestigious fencing tournament in Minneapolis.

The annual tournament welcomes the best fencers in the country to compete for gold in their chosen weapon: foil, epee or saber. Smith’s gold comes in Cadet Women's Saber — an event for fencers 17 and under. Saber is one of three weapons in fencing and known for its "hack and slash" style because fencers can use the entire blade to score a touch.

"I've been training hard over the summer so I could get a good start to the fencing season," Smith says. "The moment I realized I had won gold I just got this huge rush of emotions. I've never felt anything like it."

Smith started fencing at A-1 in 2019 and enjoyed the mental and physical challenges that are unique to the sport. With competitive opportunities at the local, divisional, regional, national and international levels, fencers can test themselves against the best in a sport with lifelong benefits to its athletes.

"It was actually watching an Pirates of the Caribbean movie that got me interested in sword fighting," Smith says. "I would always dress as a pirate for Halloween, and I guess I just didn't want to put that sword down. Fencing gives me an outlet for that and has become so much more."

Try Fencing Near You

Fencing is a sport for anyone with participants ranging in age from 6 to 80-plus. Learn more and take your first class at the A-1 Fencing Club by contacting 212-555-555 or visiting the club’s website at a1fencingclub.com.


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Questions or Interview Requests?

Please contact John Doe at jdoe@fakeemail.com or 212-555-5555.