Joshua ready to fence for Scotland in Commonwealth Championships

Joshua, from Auchterarder, will take to the piste in both the Cadet (Under 17) and Junior (Under 20) Sabre categories, after he came top of his age-groups in qualifying.

He said, “I can’t wait for the Commonwealth Championships. We have a great chance as a team for a podium finish, as most of us train at Salle Ossian Fencing Club. My dream is for an individual podium finish in the sabre.”

Joshua, who is currently ranked 15th in the UK for Cadet Men’s Sabre, first picked up a fencing blade eight years ago and has recently fenced for Team GB in Romania.

“I started fencing for fun but quickly fell in love with it. I love how quick you have to think and how you feel during a bout.”

Strathallan’s Director of Sport, Jim Thompson, said, “Selection for the Commonwealth Championships is testament to Joshua’s hardwork. We are incredibly proud of his achievement, which is made all the more impressive by his age. It is fantastic to see his ongoing progression in the sport and we wish him all the best in London.”