The Notre Dame men's fencing team has clinched the 2026 NCAA Men鈥檚 Fencing Championship, marking their first team title in the separate men's competition format. This victory adds to Notre Dame鈥檚 legacy, bringing its total fencing national championships to 16鈥攎ost in school history. Under head coach Gia Kvaratskhelia, the Irish continue their dominance with eight national titles during his tenure. Notre Dame finished the championship with a total of 91 points, edging out Columbia/Barnard by 10 points. Additionally, Ahmed Hesham secured the sabre individual title, concluding a stellar season.

By the Numbers
  • Notre Dame finished with 91 points, surpassing Columbia/Barnard with 81 points.
  • A total of 38 national championships across all sports at Notre Dame.
  • Ahmed Hesham won the sabre title, completing his season after securing the ACC individual title.
State of Play
  • The Irish men's fencing team is now positioned at the forefront of NCAA fencing after claiming two championships this weekend.
  • Head coach Gia Kvaratskhelia solidifies his legacy with the most national titles by any Notre Dame coach.
What's Next

Looking forward, Notre Dame fencing aims to sustain its championship momentum while continuing to develop future talent to maintain dominance within NCAA fencing competitions.

Bottom Line

Notre Dame fencing's triumph not only reinforces its historical prowess in the sport but also sets a competitive benchmark for the future, ensuring they remain a powerhouse in collegiate athletics.