Congratulations goes out to the West Geauga High School Academic Challenge team! On the episode hosted by News 5's anchor, Rob Powers, that aired on Saturday, March 22, 2025, West Geauga’s Academic Challenge Team brought home the victory plaque with a final score of West Geauga 555, Orange 465 and Vermilion 450.
If you missed the broadcast, you can still view Episode 12 at https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/education/academic-challenge/2025-academic-challenge-schedule-episodes-and-results
This year’s team of Hayden Makuch, Parker Pacifico, and Mason Towey surged ahead in the final Grab Bag round to cement the win. Tristan Morgan, Matilda Tumada and Morgan Savage were team alternates. The team was coached by Mrs. Cindy O’Janpa. Eve Carty served as this year’s production assistant. Dr. Markwardt, friends, and family members cheered the team on to victory.