Brooklyn Bridge Fencing Club brought home a gold medal and a wave of strong results from the Durkan Regional Showcase, held May 2-3, 2026. Our fencers competed across three B2-rated events - Cadet Men's Foil, Cadet Women's Foil, and Junior Women's Foil - and delivered performances that reflect the hard work they've been putting in every day on the strip.
We're proud of every fencer who competed this weekend. These results aren't accidents - they're a direct reflection of how hard our athletes are working to implement the BBFC system of fencing. When fencers commit to the process, trust the training, and put in the reps day after day, this is what happens on the competition strip. Here's the full breakdown.
Genevieve Murphy Wins Cadet Women's Foil Gold
Genevieve Murphy put together an outstanding tournament run to take the top spot in the Cadet Women's Foil event:
1st place 🥇 in Cadet Women's Foil, earning a B26 rating
6th place in Junior Women's Foil, earning national points against a tough Junior field
Winning a B2-rated regional is a significant milestone. Genevieve's gold means she earned a B26 rating - a direct reflection of beating highly rated opponents across multiple rounds. She then turned around and finished 6th in the Junior Women's Foil event the next day, competing against older and more experienced fencers.
Annika Krahe Earns Two Bronze Medals in One Weekend
Annika Krahe delivered one of the most consistent weekends of any fencer at the tournament:
3rd place 🥉 in Cadet Women's Foil, earning national points
3rd place 🥉 in Junior Women's Foil, earning national points
Two podium finishes in two days, across two age divisions, is no small feat. Annika's B25 rating and her ability to compete at this level in both cadet and junior events show real depth and composure under pressure.
Isla Stewart makes Top-8
Our team's depth showed up on the podium and beyond:
Isla Stewart - 8th place in Cadet Women's Foil, earning a D26 rating!
Isla Stewart - 11th place in Junior Women's Foil, earning national points
Annabelle Hussian - 10th place in Cadet Women's Foil, earning national points
Isla competed in both events and earned a new D26 rating in the process - proof that she's building momentum this season. Annabelle's Top-16 finish in a field of 58 fencers puts her solidly in the competitive mix at the regional level.
Aeden Lee Represents BBFC in Cadet Men's Foil
3rd place in Cadet Men's Foil (62-fencer field), earning national points
Aeden competed in one of the largest draws of the weekend and came away with national points. Every tournament at this level is a learning opportunity, and gaining experience in a 62-person B2-rated field is exactly how competitive fencers develop.
A Weekend That Shows What the BBFC System Can Do
A gold medal, two bronze medals, a Top-8 finish, and multiple Top-16 placements across three events in one weekend. New ratings earned, national points banked, and real experience gained against strong regional competition. Our fencers are putting in the work, trusting the BBFC system, and the results speak for themselves. We're excited to see where this momentum takes our team next.
What Are Fencing Ratings and National Points?
If you're newer to competitive fencing, here's a quick overview of how the results above translate into progress:
Ratings range from E (entry-level competitive) through A (highest). They're earned by defeating rated opponents at sanctioned tournaments. A higher rating reflects consistent success against stronger competition.
National points are awarded based on placement at sanctioned events. These points accumulate over the season and determine qualification for national championships like Summer Nationals and Junior Olympics.
B2-rated events like the Durkan Regional Showcase are mid-level sanctioned competitions where fencers can earn ratings up to B and collect national points toward qualifying for major championships.
When you see a fencer "earn a B26 rating," that means they performed well enough at this event to receive a B-level rating for the 2025-2026 season - a meaningful competitive benchmark.
What's Next for Your Family at BBFC?
Whether your child is already fencing competitively or just getting curious about the sport, we have a clear path to get started:
Ask about competitive pathways: If your child is already fencing and you want to explore what a results-driven training environment looks like, we'd love to talk.