Harvard men's fencing secured fourth place at the 2026 NCAA Fencing Championships, with all four competitors earning All-American honors. Under head coach Daria Schneider, the team has consistently finished in the top five for five consecutive years. Harvard achieved a winning percentage of 67.4%, the best among the top ten teams, and was just one victory shy of third place. Notably, sophomore Colin Heathcock had a standout performance, finishing tied for third in men's saber and leading the team with a 20-3 record.

By the Numbers
  • Harvard finished with 62 victories, just one win behind third place.
  • Colin Heathcock recorded a 20-3 record and a +50 indicator.
State of Play
  • Harvard secured fourth place with a 67.4% winning percentage.
  • Colin Heathcock advanced to the semifinals, marking a successful NCAA debut.
What's Next

Looking ahead, the Crimson aim to build on their successful performance as they prepare for the next season, with several athletes expected to return for future competitions.

Bottom Line

Harvard men's fencing continues to demonstrate excellence at the NCAA level, emphasizing resilience and talent, especially with Heathcock's promising trajectory leading into Olympic opportunities.