THE COACHES BEHIND THE JOURNEY / 02
BENFENCING / COACH PROFILE
Alexander Lepeshinsky brought deep international sabre experience to the years in which Benjamin’s technical foundation, competitive habits and understanding of the weapon were taking shape.
Born and raised in Belarus, Lepeshinsky studied at the National University of Physical Education and Sports of Belarus, earning a Master’s Degree in Physical Education with a focus in fencing. His postgraduate training covered sabre, foil and epee, with particular emphasis on sabre.
A multiple-time Champion of Belarus and an international tournament medalist, he carried his competitive experience into a coaching career spanning more than three decades.
Across major fencing programs, including work connected with Stanford University, Lepeshinsky has coached elite male and female athletes at national, international, NCAA and Olympic levels. His experience includes responsibility for men’s and women’s collegiate athletes and the development of All-Americans, international medalists and Olympians.
Lepeshinsky’s importance in Benjamin’s story is rooted in continuity. He coached Benjamin for many years during his formative development, helping shape the technical base, discipline and competitive understanding on which the next stages of Benjamin’s sabre career have been built.
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