Uplifting Start to the South Championships
Last year during the Ivy Fencing Round-Robins, we ran a story about a Harvard fencer, Sam Cross, who was in desperate need of a bone marrow transplant.
That story can be found here.
As it turns out, after speaking with Harvard coach Peter Brand, Sam actually did not need the transplant. He has endured chemotherapy treatments that have been deemed effective and has since returned to Harvard to complete his last year of study and is doing well. The hope is that his recovery becomes complete as he continues to be monitored for progress.
“I am sure that Sam would concur when I say that both he and the Harvard fencing team are grateful to everyone in the Ivy League and other fencing programs in the nation for their tireless support of Sam and his family in their hour of need”, the coach said.
We at the Ivy League wish Sam continued success in his treatment and are priveleged to pass along the great news!
Now, lets get fencing! The fifth round is due to start shortly.
