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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 academic competitor and musician who has twice advanced to the National History Bowl and founded his school’s Geography Competition 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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