UC San Diego fencing head coach Juan Ignacio Calderon has announced the 2026-27 season schedule, featuring five home meets out of eight total competitions. The season kicks off with the BladeRunner tournament on September 19-20, following a strong prior season where the Tritons achieved notable postseason success. The team prepares to face tough opponents, hosting the West Invitational in November, and will engage in a mix of home and away events throughout the season, including key postseason tournaments at LionTree Arena.

By the Numbers
  • Five of eight meets will be held in San Diego.
  • Nearly 900 fencers participated in the previous year's BladeRunner tournament.
Yes, But

Despite the Tritons' strong performance last season, there will be increased competition as they transition to NCAA Division I, raising the stakes for continued success.

State of Play
  • The season starts with the BladeRunner tournament on September 19-20.
  • Postseason events include the NCAA West Regional Championships on March 13 and MPSF Championships on March 14.
What's Next

Looking ahead, the Tritons aim to build on last year's achievements and clinch titles in both regional and conference championships as they strive for success at the National Collegiate Fencing Championships in March.

Bottom Line

UC San Diego fencing is poised for a challenging and promising season, balancing home competition with tough away matches, while aiming to maintain their competitive edge as they adapt to a higher level of NCAA play.