Episode 76: A Notre Dame Fencing Feature (feat. Eszter Muhari, Ahmed Hesham, Gia Kvaratskhelia & Cedric Loiseau)

On this episode of Wake Up the Echoes, we’re trading the jump shots for parries as Notre Dame Fencing prepares to defend its status as a literal dynasty. Head Coach Gia Kvaratskhelia stops by to talk National Championship prep alongside Cedric Loiseau—a man who carries the nickname "Liezu" (Bird) with such poise that Tony has officially dubbed him the "French Larry Bird." We’re diving into the technical mastery of the Epee, the relentless dominance of a women’s program that treats ACC titles like a light weekend errand, and the mental gymnastics required to balance world-class athletics with South Bend academics. Whether you're here for the elite swordplay or just to see if Cedric can live up to his legendary basketball namesake, this episode is a sharp reminder of why the Irish are the gold standard on the strip.

00:00:00 Intro

02:17:00 Gia Kvaratskhelia & Cedric Loiseau

20:44:21 Eszter Muhari & Ahmed Hesham

32:50:20 Eszter Muhari & Ahmed Hesham

44:47:06 Ask Tony/Outro

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