Scholars Bowl : Technically a Sport Buzzin, cuz we bee hexa-g00d Scholars Bowl is much likened to a quiz show, with team members attempting to buzz in answers to various questions before the other team competing in that round does, and climbing the rankings alongside all the other schools who attend the meet. Despite stereotypes, Scholars Bowl is not just for the “mentally elite and physically deplete,” but for anyone who knows anything about a category. And with categories ranging from Math, to Fine Arts and even Sports, one is sure to have a category they can work with. Ryan Fitzgerald,
Scholars Bowl Varsity team captain, had this to say, “Anyone [is free to join], particularly those with an aptitude for flexible thinking. And fast reflexes.” Scholars Bowl is a rewarding sport, particularly for those who don’t feel they would enjoy an athletic sport. In fact, the sports credit is an incentive for some students to join Scholars Bowl. When asked why he joined, Josh Mestemacher of the junior varsity
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team said this, “Mainly so I didn’t have to do a sport.” Sam McGowan of varsity responded with, “Because I was told I would get sports credit and free pizza.” And Ty Caffery, a varsity player, said, “I didn’t have a winter sport.” Scholars Bowl is also a good way to hang out and make new friends, with practices Tuesdays and Thursdays. It makes an environment of fun and friendly team building. Be sure to wish the team well as they prepare for state! If you have any questions on joining next year, be sure to contact Mr. Cox.
The Scholars Bowl team competed at the 2A Perry LeCompton meet in Perry LeCompton, Kansas, on January 11th. Twelve schools participated in the scholarly battle; the Eagles placed second.
If you can answer these, Scholars Bowl might be for you! 1.What is the color of the cross on Finland’s flag? 2.i^104 = x 3.In what city was Ludwig van Beethoven born in? Answers!
1.Blue 2.1 3.Bonn, Electorate of Cologne
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