Heorhiy Pohosov Athlete
Heorhiy Vadimovich Pohosov (Ukrainian: Георгій Вадимович Погосов; born July 14, 1960) is a retired Soviet/Ukrainian sabre fencer. He won two Olympic medals. Pohosov has a Master’s Degree in Physical Education with a focus in Fencing. He graduated from the National University of Physical Education and Sports of Ukraine. Pohosov was the Coach of the Ukrainian National Team before coming to USA. In 1999, Pohosov came to Stanford University's fencing program. He is the Co-Head Coach for the Men’s and Women’s fencing teams as well as the Head Coach for the Cardinal Fencing Club, Stanford's recreational fencing outlet. In addition to his Olympic medals, his honors include Junior World Champion and six-time World Champion. In the USA, he teaches all fencing weapons and works with fencers of all level, teaching classes for children, teenagers, and adults. A number of Pohosov's students have become finalists and champions of various National tournaments. He was born in Kiev.