TMFC Featured Fencer: Adhijay Arvind

Port Chester, NY — He’s at the very start of his fencing career, but Adhijay Arvind understands what makes good fencing. He cites beauty, elegance, self-control and motivation. But he also understands that a show-boat move has its place. Read more below…

Name: Adhijay Arvind

Weapon: Saber

Age, school, grade: 12 years old, seventh grader at The Hackley School

Hometown: Harrison, NY

How long have you fenced: I started fencing in 2020 but stared competing in 2022.

Coach: Momoudou Keita

What you love about fencing: I love the beauty and elegance of fencing. It teaches me self-control and motivation. 

Favorite tournament/bout and why: Another Tim Morehouse fencer and I went 14-15 in my favor. I won because I executed the sky hook.

Interests outside of fencing: I enjoy playing the cello and singing Indian music. 

Events at Summer Nationals: Y-12 Men’s Saber