AFTER MISSING the podium with their fifth-place finish in Season 86, the Ateneo Women’s Fencing Team is returning to the strip with firm resolve and an unrelenting drive to attain distinction. Leading the charge is Team Captain Francesca Bernabe, who steps into her new leadership role with a vision to guide the team to masterful strikes and victorious bouts on the fencing piste. Moreover, the anticipated debut of rookie Maiev Boy is set to bolster the Sabre Team’s strength and depth, solidifying the Ateneo as a force to be reckoned with. Under the strategic expertise of Head Coach Ryan Janeo, the squad has refined its techniques and built upon the lessons of past years. The Blue Eagles are channeling their setbacks into strength, determined to rewrite their narrative and leave a lasting mark on the league this season. Building on this momentum, Season 87 marks a fresh chapter for the Blue and White as they focus on unity, discipline, and a relentless pursuit of success to redefine their legacy.