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About the League of Competitive Scholars (LOCS)

🔹 Our Mission

We turn curiosity into competition.LOCS gives students the tools to start, coach, and host academic competitions that expand access, build confidence, and spread a culture of fair, incisive learning.We believe that when students challenge themselves — and each other — through healthy competition, they develop skills that last long after the buzzer: focus, composure, collaboration, and curiosity.

🔹 How It Started

The League of Competitive Scholars was founded by Alex Dayel, a passionate history competitor and musician who has twice advanced to the National History Bowl and founded his school’s Geography Bee team.Alex has competed on some of the biggest academic stages — and performed in others. As a pianist, he has played at Carnegie Hall and won two international piano competitions in Europe. Whether it’s mastering a musical piece or preparing for a round of fast-paced buzzer questions, Alex has learned that excellence is built on the same things: repetition, focus, and love for the craft.When Alex noticed that not every school had access to these kinds of competitions, he decided to create LOCS — a space where students could find everything they need to get started: resources, guidance, inspiration, and community.

🔹 What We’re Building

LOCS connects student competitors, teachers, and organizers across disciplines — from history and geography to math, science, business, and diplomacy.We’re building a national network of student leaders who don’t just learn the material — they learn how to share it.Whether you’re founding your first club, hosting a regional bowl, or simply exploring what’s out there, LOCS is here to help you unlock your potential and join a growing community of scholars who believe in the power of friendly challenge.

Our Values

  • Curiosity: Every great competitor starts with a question.

  • Integrity: We compete fairly and respect every participant.

  • Community: We grow stronger through collaboration and mentorship.

  • Resilience: We see setbacks as part of mastery.

  • Access: Every student deserves the chance to compete and belong.

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