Defending champions, Mfantsipim School (BOTWE), have once again proven their dominance in the 2025 National Science and Maths Quiz after edging out fierce rivals Prempeh College and Adisadel College (ADISCO) in a thrilling quarter-final showdown at the SGS Auditorium at the University of Cape Coast.

The clash, which many described as a “battle of giants,” lived up to the hype, filled with cheers, gasps, and tense moments that kept spectators on the edge of their seats from start to finish.

From the first bell, the defending champions showed intent. Mfantsipim took a commanding early lead with 25 points, while Prempeh College followed with 20 points, and ADISCO trailed with 15 points at the end of Round One.

By Round Two, the BOTWE Boys shifted into high gear, thrilling the audience with their speed and accuracy. They widened their lead to 41 points, leaving Prempeh far behind with 22 points, and Adisadel still struggling at 15 points.

The Problem of the Day (Round Three) brought some redemption for ADISCO, who dazzled with a solid 6 out of 10, the highest in that round. Mfantsipim managed 4 out of 10, while Prempeh secured 2 out of 10. Despite the slight shakeup, BOTWE remained comfortably ahead.

As the competition reached Round Four, the defending champions tightened their grip, soaring to 61 points. Prempeh tried to catch up but could only reach 40 points, with ADISCO improving to 31 points.

Then came the riddle-filled final round, the ultimate test of speed and mental sharpness. ADISCO gave it their all, matching Prempeh point for point, but there was simply no catching the BOTWE Boys. When the final bell rang, Mfantsipim School sealed the victory with 64 points, while Prempeh College and Adisadel College tied at 40 points each.

It was a thrilling finish that reaffirmed Mfantsipim’s reputation as one of the fiercest quiz contenders in the competition’s history.

With this emphatic win, Mfantsipim School books its place in the semi-finals of NSMQ 2025, keeping alive their dream of defending the championship title and possibly lifting the coveted trophy for a record-extending year.