1937 Gem of the Mountains, Volume 35 - University of Idaho Yearbook

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On guard I

Fencing, although a comparatively new sport at Idaho, is rapidly coming to the fore in popularity among the minor sports. Student Coach Arthur Peterson is trying to bring fencing at Idaho to the popularity it enjoys in the east. Idaho fencers competed in three intercollegiate matches, in the Minor Sports Carnival in competition with Washington and Washington State, and in a practice match with the Spokane Fencing Club. Although they won no matches, the interest shown in this new sport is significant. With only two veterans, Billy Gigray and Eugene Jay, Coach Peterson deserves credit for the commendable showing his team made.

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