History

This particular ROC is in honor of Coach Jeff Wolfe. This event is proudly held in his memory. Jeff Wolfe, a longtime coach at Brentwood High School, fenced at New York University. After graduating he became a teacher at Brentwood High School where he began both a Boys' Team and a Girls' Team. The Girls' Team was the first girls' varsity program on Long Island. During his tenure (1971- 1998) the Girls' Team had 18 undefeated seasons, 19 League Championships and 18 Sectional Championships. The team set a N. Y. State record winning 98 consecutive dual meets. Jeff Wolfe's W-L record at Brentwood was 388-14. Eight of his fencers became collegiate All- Americans. Four represented the United States in International competition. In 1987, he was the first recipient of the NFCAA Regional Coach Of the Year Award. In 1988 he was named to coach the US Cadet Team at the Continental Cadet Championships and the World Cadet Championships. Coach Wolfe was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2018. Coach Wolfe was a highly respected member of the fencing community, and is greatly missed by all those who knew him.

This Event is a Qualifier for Summer Nationals

Covid-19 SPECIAL GUIDELINES (subject to change)

1. Registration and armory will be conducted with a drive-thru format. More info will be sent to registrants.

2. Only competitors and coaches (active coach's membership required) will be allowed on the competition floor. Better viewing is from the streaming. We are trying to limit guardians in the venue.

3. All guardians and coaches must have proof of vaccination and are required to wear masks while in the venue.

4. Covid protocols might be changed at anytime and must be adhered to or you will be asked to leave the venue

Covid precautions taken:

HVAC upgrade to bring in fresh air and CDC approved filters installed.

Calculated Caps to accommodate safe distancing within our 30,000 square foot venue. Once the tournament has filled to the capped amount, a wait list will begin. Caps will only be raised, if other events at that time did not reach their caps.

Installed streaming cameras to allow great views of strips so spectators being inside the venue is not a necessity.

Continuous disinfecting and fogging.

Covid Requirements

Note, this tournament is being scheduled at the request of USA Fencing; however, subject to New York State laws and orders regarding COVID-19, including assembly of persons, or if any circumstances arise that would preclude safe running of this event, this tournament can be cancelled at any time. Should tournament cancel, any refund of fees is subject to USA Fencing.

There will be no exceptions to COVID-19 safety protocols implemented throughout the tournament. If you cannot comply do not register for this tournament. These protocols and tournament changes due to COVID-19 are up for change at anytime.

Anyone (fencer, coach or guardian) refusing to comply with safety protocols will be escorted from the venue. If you cannot comply do not register for this tournament. Protocols will include, but are not limited, to the following:

• Self-monitor and be symptom-free for at least 5 days prior to tournament. Stay home if you have had close sustained contact in last 5 days with anyone who was sick or known or believed to have COVID-19. Stay home if you are sick or do not feel well.

• Tournament organizer reserves the right to refuse entry to anyone not abiding to NY State rules.

• Wash and sanitize all your fencing equipment. Consult the manufacturer for proper cleaning instructions to avoid possible damage to equipment.

• Fencers should come to the tournament already dressed in freshly washed fencing uniform. Changing in bathrooms will not be permitted, so you will need to come dressed to be able to comfortably change in other areas (socially distanced in the venue or outdoors).

• Everyone in the venue must wear a surgical or cloth mask covering nose and mouth, even under fencing masks, except when drinking or eating. There is no exception to this requirement. We cannot accommodate those with conditions that would preclude wearing a mask, so anyone unable to wear a mask should stay home.

• Everyone must practice social distancing.

• Refrain from contacting other participants and attendees (handshakes, body contact, etc.)

• Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your elbow if you cough or sneeze.

• Avoid touching your face, eyes or mouth.

• No personal chairs or alternative seating options are allowed on the floor. -No congregating or gathering in any doorways, hallways, or walkways.

• When you have finished fencing in your event, please gather up your belongings quickly and leave the building immediately. You may not stay and socialize.

• Top 8 to receive their medals from Bout Committee on their way out.