WARWICK UNIVERSITY FENCING CLUB
MEET THE EXEC
Our exec are all current students at the University of Warwick and are elected annually by the members as per our constitution, which can be found here.
Rebecca Conner
President
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Hello, ​I'm Rebecca and I've been fencing for 10 years and Ive been on the Warwick Fencing exec since I started uni! When I joined I never thought I would be the president but after the club slowly became my whole life it kinda felt natural. I've had the best time planning the Fencing Formal which turned out to be the most magical night- mainly because of the amazing people. Looking forward to making even more memories with the Club!
Matteo O'Donoghue
President
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Hi, I'm a final year Physics Masters student and I started fencing through the Clubs Novice Programme! You may see me DTing competitions like BUCS Nationals... when I'm not busy organising one of our own competitions like the Warwick Open and National Novices!
Stefano Di Rico
Vice-President
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I've been a foilist for about 4 years, but I took a five year gap in between so I picked it back up at Warwick.
I'm really looking forward to the year ahead. We've got a lot of potential as a club and it's about making sure we're doing everything possible to tap into this. My role is to support the presidents with their aims for the club, as well as grow the club's size within the university and beyond through our relationship with key stakeholders.
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Edward Anderson
Treasurer
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Hi I'm Edward, a second year Mathematician. As Warwick Fencing treasurer I am responsible for the club's finances. I started fencing in my first year and really enjoyed it, my highlight would have to be winning Gold in Beginner Foil at BUCS Regionals. For my first year in exec I look forward to more fencing and to meeting all our new Warwick Fencers. Not driving the club to financial ruin would be a bonus too!
Sophie Tsang
Women's 1st Team Captain
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hey I’m Sophie- this years women’s 1st team foil captain ! I’m excited to meet all the new members of the club, as well as help grow a welcoming and motivated team. Fencing has been a large part of my life for the past ten years, and coming to Warwick has enabled me to experience a new, supportive environment, through competing in BUCs team events and nationals. I’m looking forward to sharing and developing this community with more fencers, and supporting the women’s team, both competitively and outside of trainings.
Rafaelle
Mixed 1st Team Captain
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Hello, I'm your Mixed 1st Team captain and I'm looking forward to leading the team through the Northern Prem and going to all the S&C sessions with Harley!
Niko Gigiberia
Mixed 2nd Team Captain
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Hello, Im Niko. Whats better than the number one? Its number Twoooooooooooo. Im your Mixed 2nd Team Captain this year as I had such a good time fencing for the twoooos last year. When Im not on the piste you can find me grooving to some salsa music.
Caelan Hullock
Competitions Officer and Quartermaster
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​I began fencing two years ago as a complete novice and before I knew it I fell in love with the sport. Specialising in sabre, I have had an amazing time at the club from participating in my first competitions to making many great friends. This year I am excited to run our incredible competitions such as the Open and National Novices and I also look forward to the many socials we have coming up, particularly the circles!
Emma Stephenson
Publicity Officer
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Hi, I’m Emma and I’ve been fencing for 11 years with foil as my primary weapon. Warwick Fencing has given me an amazing opportunity to train, compete, and make new friends. This year I’m looking forward to using our social media to reflect how active, competitive and friendly we are, and to celebrate the success and achievements of both our club and individual members :))
Charlie Rockett
Welfare and Charity Officer
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I’m Charlie and I’ve just started my second year of graduate entry medicine. I’m looking forward to meeting everyone, new and old, and making everyone feel welcome. Inclusivity is incredibly important, and I hope to help make the club as fun and inclusive as it can be for all.
Social Secretary
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Hi I’m Ben and I am the 2025/26 social secretary. I am from London and love Swimming and F1. I am looking forward to organising the most exhilarating socials for you all this year from circles to bar crawls to bowling or Poker I can’t wait to get started