Frazer Teams Dominate Swamp Classic Quiz Bowl Tournament

Frazer School's teams take first and second place at the middle school competition in Gainesville.

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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Frazer School's Quiz Bowl teams dominated the Swamp Classic tournament in Gainesville, Florida, with Team A winning the competition and Team B placing second. Seven Frazer students finished in the top 10 individual rankings, and both top teams will now advance to the Middle School National Championship Tournament in Chicago.

Why it matters

Quiz Bowl competitions showcase the academic excellence and broad knowledge of participating students. Frazer School's strong performance highlights the quality of its academic programs and the dedication of its students.

The details

At the Swamp Classic tournament, Frazer School entered three teams that competed against middle schools from around the state. Frazer Team A, consisting of Isabella Mendoza, Arthur Lou, Pranav Nadakuduti, and Brayden Wagner, won the tournament with a 9-1 record. Frazer Team B, made up of Lorien Johnson, Samvar Jain, Colton Roche, and Samuel Dong, placed second, also with a 9-1 record. The two Frazer teams were in close competition throughout the day, with Team B going 7-0 in the preliminary rounds before falling to Team A 385-225 in the final playoff round.

  • The Swamp Classic Quiz Bowl tournament was held on Saturday, February 14, 2026.
  • Frazer Team A and Team B will travel to the 2026 Middle School National Championship Tournament (MSNCT) in Chicago on May 8-10, 2026.

The players

Frazer School Team A

The winning team consisting of Isabella Mendoza, Arthur Lou, Pranav Nadakuduti, and Brayden Wagner.

Frazer School Team B

The runner-up team consisting of Lorien Johnson, Samvar Jain, Colton Roche, and Samuel Dong.

David Geering

The coach of the Frazer School Quiz Bowl teams.

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What they’re saying

“I am so proud of all the players. Competing takes practice and diligent study of a variety of topics.”

— David Geering, Coach (Press release)

What’s next

Both Frazer Team A and Team B will travel to the 2026 Middle School National Championship Tournament (MSNCT) held in Chicago on May 8-10, 2026.

The takeaway

Frazer School's strong performance in the Swamp Classic Quiz Bowl tournament demonstrates the academic excellence and broad knowledge of its students. The school's ability to field multiple competitive teams highlights the quality of its educational programs and the dedication of its students.