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EXTRA: Here’s Why You’re Not an Elite Athlete (Update)

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Fencing: The Unexpected Path to Ivy League Schools

This chapter examines how participating in fencing can provide a unique edge for young athletes in college admissions, especially at top universities with fencing teams. It also addresses the challenges youth athletes face in an increasingly commercialized sports landscape, blending personal narratives with societal commentary.

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