Shoreham-Wading River sophomore Joseph Losquadro captured a bronze medal in boys sabre last week at the Suffolk County Individual Fencing Championships, delivering one of the most inspiring performances of the tournament.
Losquadro firmly established himself as one of the county’s top young fencers, and his achievement was the result of perseverance through early adversity. The season did not begin smoothly, as a preseason injury sidelined him and threatened to derail his momentum before competition even started. Rather than allowing that setback to define his year, Losquadro committed himself to recovery, training, and steady improvement as the season progressed.As the championships approached, his hard work became evident. He climbed the rankings throughout the winter and entered the tournament prepared to challenge anyone in the field. In his final bout, Losquadro faced the top-seeded competitor and delivered a composed, aggressive performance, earning a thrilling 15–13 victory to secure his place on the podium.Beyond his individual success, Losquadro served as a steady leader for his team throughout the season.
As a team captain, he consistently set the tone with his effort, focus, and sportsmanship. One of the season’s defining moments came in December, when he led the Centereach boys fencing team in a highly competitive match against Huntington. During that contest, Losquadro produced a flawless 3–0 performance in sabre, allowing only two total touches against him, a display of dominance that energized his teammates.His bronze medal finish was a fitting reward for a season defined by resilience, leadership, and growth.
Shoreham-Wading River’s social media team summed it up best, praising Losquadro’s determination and character while noting how proud the program is of his grit and sportsmanship. For a sophomore competing against some of the county’s best, the future looks exceptionally bright. This performance marks an important step in his rapidly rising career.