The New York University women's fencing team continued its 2010-11 campaign at the Sacred Heart Invitational on Sunday, December 5, in Fairfield, CT. 

The competition featured several Division I schools, including Princeton University and Harvard University, ranked sixth and eighth in the nation, respectively. 

The Violets had a 2-4 record, earning victories against Vassar College (14-13) and Sacred Heart (22-5). 

The Violets return home with several impressive marks in each weapon.

In epee, captain Vicki Sheng finished 11-7 for the Invitational, the most individual bout victories on the Violet squad, including a 3-0 mark vs. Sacred Heart.

In foil, the team fared particularly well against Vassar, as captain Amanda Rysling and Jess Sherman combined for a 6-0 bout record against the Brewers.  Rysling was 8-5 for the Invitational, while Sherman ended 8-10.

The sabre team featured Lisa Verzino, 10-7 overall and a perfect 3-0 against Sacred Heart. 

"It was a difficult weekend.  We faced three of the top 10 teams we will see this season," said NYU head coach Steve Mormando.  "Several fencers were great, just not at the same time.  And that's what you need to win matches."

The women's squad makes its return to the fencing strip in home matches at the Coles Sports Center as part of the NYU Invitational on January 22.