Winneba Secondary School has advanced to the One-Eighth stage after edging Fijai SHS in a closely contested encounter at the CNC Auditorium.

Winneba finished the contest with 44 points, just two points ahead of Fijai SHS, which ended on 42 points.

Enyan Denkyira SHTS, making its first appearance in the competition, finished with 12 points.
The contest remained highly competitive, particularly between Winneba and Fijai, who were locked on 22 points each in Round 3.

The Problem of the Day proved difficult for all three schools, with none of them able to score.

Fijai SHS, which came into the contest as the top-scoring school at the regional level, showed its strength in Round 4, winning the round with 38 points against Winneba’s 35 points. Enyan Denkyira SHTS scored 12 points.

The riddle round also provided some exciting moments. Winneba successfully answered three riddles, while Fijai SHS managed to get its answer on the second clue.

Fijai SHS also secured the clean sheet, adding another highlight to an intense contest.

However, it was Winneba Secondary School that held its nerve to finish on top with 44 points and secure qualification to the One-Eighth stage.

For Enyan Denkyira SHTS, the contest marked a significant milestone as first-timers, gaining valuable experience on a competitive stage.

With just two points separating Winneba and Fijai at the finish, the contest proved to be another closely fought battle at the CNC Auditorium.

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