The League of Competitive Scholars turn curiosity into competition. Here you will find the tools to start, coach, and host academic competitions, expanding access, building confidence, and spreading a culture of fair, incisive learning. Join us to explore the experiences of student academic competitors and learn how to put the edge in your education.
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About the League
The League of Competitive Scholars (LOCS) was founded by Alex Dayel, a two-time National History Bee qualifier, international piano champion, and founder of his school’s Geography Bee team. Alex believes that academic competitions do more than test what you know: they teach focus, resilience, teamwork, and joy in discovery. LOCS exists to help more students experience that same spark.“Curiosity starts it. Competition shapes it. Community carries it.”LOCS gives students and schools the tools to start, coach, and host their own academic teams — expanding access, building confidence, and spreading a culture of fair, incisive learning.
What We Do
Start Teams: Guides, templates, and support to help you launch academic clubs in history, geography, math, business, and more.
Host Events: Tips and resources to organize your own bee, bowl, or Olympiad.
Build Community: Share your stories and learn from other competitors through our blog and contributor essays.
Grow Skills: Learn focus, strategy, and composure under pressure — skills that last long after the buzzer.
