Saber Fencer Competes Nationally: South Pasadena Star Student Athlete

SOUTH PASADENA, CA — We all know student athletes who also bring their A-game to other parts of their lives.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. We’re working to let all your neighbors know the individual stories behind the leaderboard.

This submission comes from Ellen Chan who nominated Aidan of South Pasadena.

Star student athlete’s name

Aidan

Star student athlete’s home state

California

Star student athlete’s Patch town

South Pasadena

How do you know the star student athlete?

Mother

What sport does the star student athlete play?

Saber Fencing

Why do you believe the star student athlete should be recognized?

Aidan has been training as a competitive saber fencer with his Olympian bronze medalist Russian coach since he was 10 years old. He is now a sophomore at our South Pasadena High School and travels to compete in National competitions every month, all while maintaining straight A grades with Honors classes.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the star student athlete?

Aidan is a person with strong work ethics and has integrity, and believes that the "sky is the limit" with hard work. He never gives up!

Keep up the great work, Aidan Chan!

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