STUDENT fencing coach

From the fencing strip to the classroom, James Grassie is a true Renaissance man. This aspiring clinical psychologist brings a wealth of experience to the Long Island Fencers' Club as their newest Student Coach.

A standout fencer in high school, James was selected as Team Captain and earned accolades as an All-County Fencer and Nassau County Senior All-Star. He continued honing his skills at the collegiate level, fencing for the Stony Brook University team. Now, James shares his passion for the sport as he pursues a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at SUNY Old Westbury, building on his Associate Degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences from Nassau Community College.

Beyond the classroom and fencing strip, James is a Unitarian Universalist who embraces the faith's principles of reason, truth-seeking, and respect for all beliefs. He celebrates his Colombian and European heritage, indulges in science fiction, and is an avid strategy gamer. As the Long Island Fencers' Club welcomes James Grassie, they eagerly anticipate the impact of this versatile athlete, scholar, and coach.