JA’s Upper School Quiz Bowl team defeated Brandon High 315 to 180 in its first match of the year at the Mississippi College Academic Tournament. The win advances the team to the next round of competition, the quarter-finals. JA’s next match in the Mississippi College Academic Tournament will be against Jackson Prep on November 14. Visit the Mississippi College Academic Tournament webpage for updated bracket and schedule.
Representing JA in Quiz Bowl competition are (from back, left) sponsor Theresa Berman, Tack Mahaffey, Mya Coins, Anna Payton Parker, (from front, left) Miller Usry, Sydney Thaxton, Gautam Ray (captain), and Caroline Champagne.
Other upcoming competitions and tournaments include the Ole Miss Brain Brawl on November 11, the Murrah Mustang Invitational on January 27, and the MAIS Quiz Bowl Competition on January 28.