Edmond Life and Leisure - June 26, 2025

Two student teams from Francis Tuttle just placed second and third at a national anatomy tournament in Las Vegas, standing out among more than 2,200 teams.

Two Francis Tuttle teams excel at national competition

Two student teams from Francis Tuttle Technology Center recently earned second and third place at a national anatomy competition held in Las Vegas, showcasing their advanced understanding of human anatomy and strong collaborative skills in a fast-paced tournament setting.

The teams competed in the 2025 National Anatomage Tournament, an event that draws topperforming high school students from across the country to test their knowledge using the Anatomage Table, a high-tech medical education tool that allows users to explore digitized human cadavers in 3D. More than 2,200 teams entered regional competitions this year, and only 80 earned a spot at the national event hosted by Anatomage Inc. at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

Francis Tuttle’s Peters' Puppies team finished in second place. The team included Timothy Newman, Arnav Dutta, Skanda Swami, and Bronson Walz. The Team Formerly Known As Ketchup secured third place, with members Zaidn Bradshaw, Eamon Gregg, Samuel Roldan and Santiago LafonGuzmon. These Francis Tuttle students represent high schools in both Edmond Public Schools and Deer Creek Public Schools.

Each round of the competition required students to quickly and accurately identify anatomical structures under pressure, with difficulty increasing as teams advanced. After a qualifying round, the top 32 teams moved into a single-elimination bracket, where Francis Tuttle’s teams continued to excel through head-to-head matchups.

“Our students went up against the very best in the country and delivered incredible performances,” said Rance Peters, Francis Tuttle instructor and team coach. “They demonstrated not just knowledge, but also teamwork and calmness under pressure, which are all qualities that will serve them well in future healthcare careers.”

Participation in the tournament reflects a deep commitment to academic excellence and an interest in pursuing paths in medicine, allied health and biosciences. The Anatomage Table provides a unique platform for students to engage with realworld medical visuals.

Francis Tuttle’s performance at the national level is a reflection of the school’s strong emphasis on career-focused education.