These Musketeers aren't fictional characters fighting alongside D'Artagnan, however. They're modern-day Musketeers who belong to the University fencing club . The fencing club has been around for approximately 10 years and is dedicated to teaching students modern European sport fencing. They are coached by Charles Flatt from the Cincinnati Fencing Club . The club is open to everyone, students, faculty and staff.
Spectators are welcome at practice.
Fencing is a mental sport. It deals with strategy and planning. It's not all about athletic ability. May 19-20 called the Botterell Tournament. McMacklin says the club plans on participating in the tournament.