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What is the fencing recruiting timeline by grade in high school?

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Quick Answer

The fencing recruiting timeline spans all four years of high school. 9th grade: build your national ranking and competition resume. 10th grade: begin coach outreach. 11th grade: official visits and verbal commitments. 12th grade: formal signing. Starting late (junior year) significantly limits your options at top programs.

Key Points

  • 9th grade: focus on JNPL ranking, attend NACs and Summer Nationals
  • 10th grade: send recruiting profiles to coaches, attend ID camps
  • 11th grade: official visits, verbal commitments, narrow your school list
  • 12th grade: NLI signing (November for early signing period), finalize choice
  • Ivy League: likely letters sent October of senior year

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