Wayne State University fencing head coach Andy Tulleners has been honored as the Central Collegiate Fencing Conference (CCFC) Women's Team Coach of the Year. This is Tulleners' second Coach of the Year award, previously recognized as the Men's Team Coach of the Year in 2024. Under his leadership, the women's team achieved a fourth-place finish at the CCFC Championships, with notable performances from various student-athletes.

By the Numbers
  • The women's fencing team finished fourth at the CCFC Championships.
  • WSU's women's foil team placed second overall; the epee team finished third.
  • Four WSU fencers earned medals at the individual CCFC Championships, with two winning first or second in epee.
  • The women's team ended the season with a 14-12 record, including 3-3 in CCFC Championships.
State of Play
  • All four medalists qualified for the NCAA Championships, maintaining an uninterrupted streak for WSU.
  • Three Warriors received All-Region honors from the U.S. Fencing Coaches' Association.
What's Next

Tulleners plans to build on this season's accomplishments as the team prepares for next year's competitions and seek further improvements at the NCAA Championships. Continued support and development of the program will be essential for future successes.

Bottom Line

Recognition of Tulleners as CCFC Women's Team Coach of the Year underscores the diligent effort and success of the WSU women's fencing team this season, setting a promising foundation for continued excellence in the future.