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The buzzers were back at Lincoln Trail College as 12 high school teams competed in the Tip Off at the Trail Scholastic Bowl tournament on November 15. The event marked the return of a long-standing LTC tradition, bringing together students from across southeastern Illinois for a day of fast-paced academic competition.
Cumberland High School took top honors, earning first place in the tournament. Marshall High School finished second, followed by Robinson High School in third and Edwards County High School in fourth.
“The level of competition was outstanding,” said LTC faculty member Austin Alexander, one of the event organizers. “We saw students demonstrate incredible knowledge across a wide range of subjects, and it was exciting to see the enthusiasm they brought to each match.”
The Tip Off at the Trail featured Scholastic Bowl teams from Newton, Palestine, Marshall, Effingham, Edwards County, Oblong, Fairfield, Robinson, Lawrenceville, Flora, Cumberland, and Clay City. In addition to competing, students had the opportunity to learn more about Lincoln Trail College and tour the campus.
Elaine Hasty, LTC faculty member and co-organizer, said the event was about more than just competition. “This tournament helps students see the value of academic teamwork,” she said. “We’re proud to help foster that spirit of learning and curiosity.”
The All-Tournament Team was recognized for individual excellence during pool play:
Tucker Waldrop, Lawrenceville (18 toss-ups answered)
Camden James, Cumberland (16)
Derek Doedtman, Effingham (15)
Jad Shoot, Cumberland (13)
Miles Lycan, Marshall (11)
Corbin Williams, Lawrenceville (10)
Rylan James, Cumberland (9)
Bo McFarland, Marshall (9)
Kahlin Michl, Newton (9)
Jedd Wellen, Fairfield (8)
Eli Koertge, Edwards County (8)
Alexander and Hasty say they plan to continue building on the success of this year’s Tip Off at the Trail, making it an annual tradition once again at Lincoln Trail College.
