White Cloud Quiz Bowl Harvests Wins at Holland Invitational

By Coach Stephen Smith 

In the heart of the fall season, the spirited White Cloud Quiz Bowl teams showcased their competitive fire at the 18th Annual Holland Invitational over the past weekend. Focusing specifically on White Cloud Varsity A, the valiant vanguard secured victories against Saugatuck (155-60), Hopkins (140-110), Traverse City B (175-75), and White Cloud B (270-0). However, the team faltered in hard-fought battles against John Adams B, Kalamazoo Christian A in a bitter overtime match, and a rematch with Saugatuck. 

Individually, Junior Liam Povey led the charge with an impressive 225 points. Senior Captain Wyatt Karnes followed closely with 195, while Brian Loveless contributed 105 points—his best performance as a varsity player. Mason D’Lamater rounded out the team effort with 40 points, exemplifying White Cloud’s depth and ability. Meanwhile, Varsity B gained valuable experience and tallied 305 points as a team. Landon Edwards led this determined squad with 105 points, while Junior Captain Charlotte Karnes added 50. Andi Gordon and Annabelle Bird each contributed 30 points, showcasing their outstanding potential. 

Building on their momentum, White Cloud’s junior varsity teams continued to impress. JV A claimed victories over John Adams JV A (220-120), White Cloud C (180-40), and Saugatuck (175-135). Sophomore Trysten Tancock was a standout performer, leading the team with 290 points. Sophomore Captain Arysn Balke added 90 points, while Zeke Hensley achieved a career-best 85 points. Kacie Kailing chipped in with 10 points, and Rhoen Wade provided crucial morale support and assistance on bonus questions.
 
In additional junior varsity action, JV B triumphed in a friendly match against White Cloud JV C (130-100). Freshman Captain Brayden Perdue continued his exceptional season, leading his team with 300 points. Kate McHaney followed with a superb 250 points, while Kristy Irwin and Jay Fessenden contributed 40 and 20 points, respectively. Adriana Alvarez-Smith made her debut, assisting with bonus questions. JV C delivered a thrilling performance, eking out a narrow victory against Saugatuck (130-125). Lilly Ulmen led her team with 100 points, while Captain Leah Vining added 70. Lukas Huff marked his first points as a player with a solid 80, and Quin Rose rounded out the scoring with 55. 

Coach Stephen Smith and the entire White Cloud Quiz Bowl team extend their gratitude to Coach Emeritus Tony McHattie and assistant coaches Arnie Baker, Allison Fetterly, Adam Fitzmaurice, and Jarrett Warlick for their steadfast support. The team also thanks parents for their invaluable assistance with transportation and meals. Their collective efforts make White Cloud’s success possible. 
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Next up, the Varsity squad will compete at the inaugural Spartan Harvest Throwdown, hosted by Michigan State University on Saturday, November 23, 2024. 

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