Lambpoint 2024

The VCU HEMA 2024 Lambpoint Competition It is being held Saturday, April 6th and will last from 10 am to 7 pm, with check-in starting at 9 am (an hour-long break for lunch will be given after pools finish). The location for the competition is Cary Street Gym (101 S Linden St, Richmond, VA 23284) on the basketball courts.

Lambpoint is for longsword pentti (nylon trainers) only. The event is specifically for fencers who have little to no competition experience (which we define as having participated in 3 or less competitions, outside of one's own club). Use of one handed weapons is allowed for individuals with disabilities that would prevent them from being able to hold a weapon with two hands.

Open floor tickets are also available. These are for anyone interested in attending to meeting and fencing other members of the community without the competitive aspect. No Steel is allowed in the open floor area in accordance with gym liability policy. Mandatory minimum safety requirement for open floor weapons will be posted prior to the event.

The event is open to all university clubs with limited spaces for community club participants. Fencers must pre-register by 11:59 March 17, 2024.

All particpants must be 18 years or older and abide by all VCU policies and regulations including:
- All swords and fencing equipment must remain in an opaque bag until checked in by event staff.
- All Non-VCU participants must remain in the appropriate event vicinity.
- All participants must wear appropriate safety equipment while fencing.
- Any spectators under the age of 18 must be signed in by a parent or guardian.
- No alcohol, tobacco, or illicit substances are allowed on VCU property.

Mandatory Safety Equipment for Pentti Fencing is as follows:
- Fencing mask
- Gloves (Spes Heavies or Fencing Mittens Preferred, Hefty Lacrosse Gloves Allowed)
- Plastron (For Competition Only- Will Be Provided at the Head of Each Lane, For Those Who Prefer Not to Share Please Bring Your Own)
- Cup (Required for Participants with External Genitals)
Limited Penttis, Gloves, and Masks are available for participant use during the event.

For a full list of our rules and regulations, see our Offical Rules & Guidelines. By registering you agree to follow these guidelines.

We are currently accepting volunteers. If you are an experienced community member we would appreciate directors, judges, and scorekeepers to keep the competition as fair and unbiased as possible. Volunteers will receive a free Lambpoint t-shirt and lunch. Please sign up here if you’re interested.