Algona Community School District

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- - - October 20, 2026 - - -

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Algona High School Quiz Bowl Teams Impress at Bishop Garrigan Tournament

On Saturday, October 17, the Algona High School Quiz Bowl team fielded three squads at the Bishop Garrigan Quiz Bowl Tournament, with two teams placing in the top eight and advancing to the playoff rounds.

The tournament results for Algona High School include:

5th Place: (pictured top left) Ryan Ruehle, Thomas Espe, and Landon Menning

7th Place: (pictured top right) Brody Sudol, Zach Villeta, and Owen Orban

Participants: Braxton Whitacre, Jason Ruehle, and Evy Zimmerman

"Congratulations to all nine students on a great tournament," said Mr. Stein.

The Quiz Bowl team will next compete on Saturday, November 7, when Algona High School hosts its home tournament. Community members are invited to attend and support the students. Anyone interested in volunteering to help run the event can contact Mr. Stein directly.