Hey! My name is Ayushi Kashyap and I competed for Mission San Jose HS and Hopkins JHS. A large part of my time in high school was spent doing SciOly adjacent stuff such as competing, helping run a tournament, and writing tests. The SciOly community has heavily shaped the person I am today, and I love to give back by volunteering now!

Favorite events: Invasive Species, Fossils, Ecology

Fun fact: I got bit by a squirrel once.

William is a freshman at Stanford interested in math and physics. He joined Science Olympiad in his junior year of high school.

Favorite events: Optics, Codebusters, Wi-Fi Lab

Fun fact: I've played percussion for around 13 years!

Hi! I'm Nathan and I competed in Science Olympiad at Palos Verdes Peninsula High School. I loved the days of competitions, so I am really excited to volunteer at a tournament for the first time and help create a rewarding experience for competitors.

Favorite events: Fermi Questions, Write It Do It, Ecology

Fun fact: I have 3 siblings.

Hi! I'm Arnav. I'm an alum of Canyon Crest Academy, and have been involved with Science Olympiad for the past 7 years. Science Olympiad has really developed my passion for science and I have formed some of my closest friendships here! Some of my interests are playing basketball, looking at shiny rocks and minerals, and playing Geoguessr!

Favorite events: Optics, Rocks and Minerals, Circuit Lab

Fun fact: During GGSO 2022, while testing my antenna for WiFi Lab, my computer blue screened. This is the only time my computer has done this.

Hi everybody, I'm Roman, a 1st year at Berkeley studying EECS. Besides touching grass, I enjoy playing video games, reading, and baking! I’ve been doing Science Olympiad since middle school, and I’m super excited to be involved on the college student side. Stay hydrated! :D

Favorite events: Disease Detectives, Optics

Fun fact: As a trade-off for having better night vision, cats see worse during the day than humans do

Hi! I'm Shriya Parthasarathi and I'm a Mason alum. I've competed in SciOly for 5 years and I've loved every moment of it. I'm excited to continue being part of the Scioly community as an alum through GGSO!

Favorite events: Codebusters, WIDI, Forensics

Fun fact: I have watched over 60 K-dramas!

I'm a PhD Student at the University of Pittsburgh, and recently graduated from Haverford College (PA) as a geology major! I competed for seven years in New York, and have written over 30 tests across five years for competitions across the country as an alum. I'm super excited to be helping to review Geologic Mapping!

Favorite events: Geologic Mapping, Sounds of Music, Rocks and Minerals

Fun fact: I'm a superfan of both Fall Out Boy and Green Day!

Sophomore majoring in human biology on premed track!

Favorite events: Anatomy and physiology, WiFi lab

Fun fact: I wanted to be a historian when I was young

Hi everyone! My name is Jaehyun Ahn, and I am a senior majoring in biomedical sciences! I loved competing in Scioly during my high school years, and I am excited to help with GGSO this year!

Favorite events: Chemistry Lab, Protein Modeling, Thermodynamics

Fun fact: I am a rated fencing referee.

Hi! I'm Jason, a second-year at UCSD studying Math-CS and and Aerospace Engineering. I competed in the build and inquiry events in MS/HS, and my favorite event was Battery Buggy and Trajectory. I occasionally supervise at other competitions nearby as well!

Favorite events: Battery Buggy, Trajectory

Fun fact: n/a :(

Hi! I’m Ahana, a second-year Berkeley student studying Psychology and Integrative Biology. I competed in Science Olympiad for Mountain View High School and really enjoyed it, so I’m excited to be an event supervisor this year!

Favorite events: Anatomy and Physiology

Fun fact: I have an extensive collection of Disney ears.

Hi! I'm Elaine Qu- alum from Troy Athens HS (MI), outreach director at UM Science Olympiad (Go Blue!!!), MI State Board member, and I like biochemistry a normal amount!

Favorite events: Protein Modeling, Protein Modeling, Protein Modeling

Fun fact: I drink my coffee mixed with orange juice

Hi! I'm Owen, an alum of Ward Melville HS. I have competed in SciOly since my first year of middle school and have enjoyed every second of it! I am looking forward to continue giving back to the SciOly and STEM community as an event supervisor at GGSO!

Favorite events: Anatomy & Physiology, Cell Biology, Wright Stuff

Fun fact: I have an autoimmune disease (womp womp).

Hello all! I am a Masters student at the University of Michigan, and I'm excited to be back at GGSO co-supervising Astronomy. I love all things space, and am pursuing an M.Eng degree in Space Engineering for this Spring. When I'm not doing Astro stuff, I love running, playing trumpet and reading/writing poetry.

Favorite events: Astronomy, GeoLogic Mapping, Remote Sensing

Fun fact: Once on a backpacking trip, my friends and I got stranded in a blizzard in the highest-elevation city in America (Leadville, CO - 10,151 ft).

Hi! I'm Manank. I competed for Lynbrook for 4 years and did too many events, but always Astronomy! Scioly helped me choose my major and Scioly is where I made timeless memories with awesome people. GGSO was one of my favorite tournaments and I'm super excited to be back as a supervisor this year! Have fun and good luck!

Favorite events: Astronomy, Remote Sensing, Experimental Design

Fun fact: I have a severe addiction to luxury chocolate.

Hello! My name is Brandon Ha, and I am an alum of Arcadia High School, where I competed in Science Olympiad for three years. In my free time, I like playing table tennis and chess. Good luck and have fun competing!

Favorite events: Chem Lab, Cell Biology, Codebusters

Fun fact: I have a very healthy Brawl Stars addiction.

Hey y'all! I'm Eric, and I competed with MVHS for all four years of high school. I competed mostly in chem/physics events, but I really wish I could've done Protein Modeling. I'll do my best to write a fun test, hope to see you there!

Favorite events: Circuit Lab, Forensics

Fun fact: I have over 100 stuffed animals.

Hi guys! My name's Jaina and I'm a Milpitas High School & Russell Middle alum. SciOly is my favorite community, largely because of the people. I made some of my best friends and favorite memories through Science Olympiad, and I'm super excited to continue giving back to the SciOly community by test writing and event supervising at GGSO!

Favorite events: Codebusters, Write it Do it, Microbe Mission

Fun fact: I was born in Louisville, Kentucky (but I'm a Californian at heart)

Hello, I’m Olivia. I competed in and was the Co-President of Tesla STEM Science Olympiad in Washington. This is my 7th year being involved in Science Olympiad. Traveling and competing in GGSO the last two years with my team was super fun, so I hope everyone has as great a time as I did.

Favorite events: Codebusters, Forensics, Green Generation

Fun fact: This summer I climbed the Guiness World Record Tallest indoor artificial climbing wall while I was traveling in China :)

Hello there! I’m Andrew, a junior at Tufts majoring in math and biochem. Outside of Scioly, I like to climb rocks, annoy drivers while biking, ski down or hike up mountains, and cook and eat food :)

Favorite events: Disease Detectives, Ping Pong Parachute, Dynamic Planet

Fun fact: I research how zebrafish regenerate their spinal cords!

Hey! I'm Garima, an alum of American High. The last six years of competing in SciOly has resulted in a newfound appreciation for duct tape and an healthy distrust in potato salad. More importantly, however, it has helped me meet some of my closest friends! I'm excited to continue to help foster the community that has given me so much--through GGSO.

Favorite events: Disease Detectives, Water Quality, Write It Do It

Fun fact: I've (voluntarily) read 100 books in the last two years.

Hi everyone! I'm Justin, an alum of Woodside High School in the Bay Area. Outside of Scioly, I love doing escape rooms, going to concerts, playing pickleball, and drinking boba. I'm super excited to meet everyone and be an event supervisor this year!

Favorite events: Disease Detectives, Anatomy and Physiology

Fun fact: I can recite all of the presidents in order from memory!

Hey! I’m Natasha, a MHS SciOly alum and a current geology/geophysics major. Much like many of you, I found some of my closest friends and my love for earth science (rock-licking) during all-nighters spent compiling binders and competing. GGSO has always been one of my favorite competitions, so I can’t wait to help make it special for the rest of the community!

Favorite events: Rocks and Minerals, Fossils, Dynamic Planet

Fun fact: Limón Lays are the best flavor of Lays chips (if you disagree, take a moment to remember that this is a fun FACT 😋)!

Hi, I'm Sunme, and I’m an alum of Harriton High School and the University of Pennsylvania. Participating in Science Olympiad is what got me first interested in Earth Sciences in middle school, and I’m looking forward to helping other students build their interests in STEM!

Favorite events: Rocks and Minerals, Geologic Mapping, Ornithology

Fun fact: I saw the rarest penguin species in the world while I was studying abroad in New Zealand

I am a freshman at UC Berkeley majoring in Chemical Engineering and Genetics and Plant Biology. I went to Davis High School and my favorite event was forestry! It motivated me to study plants in college and beyond. My other hobbies are playing the flute, hiking, running, and eating instant pho.

Favorite events: Forestry, Chem Lab, Rocks and Minerals

Fun fact: I speak Japanese!

Hey y'all, I'm Nathan and I'm a first year at Chabot/Las Positas on track to graduate in 2027! I'm looking to study mechanical engineering with a concentration in robotics (actuation and controls) and I love listening to various kinds of music, cooking, and learning neat fun facts!

Favorite events: Robot Tour, Trajectory, Engineering CAD

Fun fact: My interest in engineering was sparked by Real Steel and Team Fortress 2 when I was in kindergarten

Hello, I'm Ellie! I went to Davis Senior High School and competed for four years, creating many wonderful and wacky memories. (SciOly is a rollercoaster of emotions!) I’ve always enjoyed competing at GGSO and I’m excited to be involved on the other side now as an alum. Hope to see you there!

Favorite events: Rocks and Minerals, WIDI, Microbe Mission

Fun fact: GGSO is the single day of the year when I see one of my best friends

Hi! I'm Nina, and I've spent a ridiculous (in the best way) amount of time in all realms of Scioly- as a competitor, coach, proctor and even working at SoCal Science Olympiad. I loved all of it!!

Favorite events: Experimental Design, Disease Detectives, WIDI

Fun fact: I used to wear chopsticks in my hair during tournaments, and I thought EXPD goggles were a fashion statement.

Hi! I’m Neeku and I’m a Mountain View High School alumni. I did scioly for all 4 years of high school and did mostly build/inquiry events. In my free time I love to listen to music, play board games, and go to the beach! I loved competing scioly so I'm really excited to ES :)

Favorite events: ExpD, Trajectory, Wind Power

Fun fact: I've competed every type of scioly event (inquiry, lab, build, study, hybrid)

Hi, I’m Anandita and I’m an alumna of Mission San Jose High School. This is my ninth year in SciOly, but I have other hobbies too – I love baking, singing, and philosophical debates of all sorts. I’m excited to be an event supervisor this year!

Favorite events: Forensics, Fossils, Write It Do It

Fun fact: I broke my build right before regionals once.

Hello, I'm Ari! I'm a first year at UC Berkeley originally from Honolulu, HI. I've competed in Sci Oly for the past 5 years for 'Iolani School, so I'm excited to be back as an ES for GGSO!

Favorite events: Fossils, Astronomy, Rocks and Minerals

Fun fact: At one point, I had 4 pet axolotls.

Good morning! I'm Peter, formerly of Foothill High School fame. I dabble, most notably in geology, oceanography, cosmology, constitutional law, and yapping. Outside of class, one might find me stealing rocks from the UC Berkeley Botanical Garden or getting $4 chai lattes from CoHo. If you're still reading this, please stop procrastinating your math homework.

Favorite events: Geologic Mapping, Fermi Questions, Remote Sensing

Fun fact: In 2018, the entire West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals was impeached on charges of corruption.

Hello! My name is David, and I am currently a freshman at Stanford University. I competed in Science Olympiad for 7 years from my hometown of Lexington, Massachusetts, mainly focusing on Earth and Space science events. Outside of doing STEM, I love hiking, singing, and trying new foods!

Favorite events: Dynamic Planet, Fossils, Astronomy

Fun fact: I played competitive chess for 7 years!

Hello! I’m Carmen and I’m a Pleasant Grove High School alum from Sacramento, California. I enjoy crocheting, putting on makeup, and playing video games in my spare time. I competed in SciOly for all 4 years of high school. I loved GGSO when I competed with my team, so I’m very excited to give back as an ES!

Favorite events: Codebusters, Boomilever, Bridges

Fun fact: I have an evergrowing mug collection!

There are many truths in life, electrochemistry is love, policy is life, and Oski is always watching

Favorite events: Optics, Helicopters

Fun fact: Plastic derailleurs are never worth it, I learned that the hard way

Hi everyone! My name is Franklin and I’m an alumni of Cypress Woods HS (TX). I’m a second year Materials Science and Engineering student and love learning about climate change and ecology related topics! In my free time I love listening to podcasts, hiking, and reading.

Favorite events: Ecology, Wright Stuff, Green Generation

Fun fact: I love all things nature!

Hi, I'm Sasha, and I'm a freshman at Cal! I competed for Lower Merion High School in Pennsylvania for 4 years and Bala Cynwyd Middle School for 1 year. Although I mainly did bio events, learning jmol for Protein Modeling influenced me to become a tech bro ;) I'm so excited to meet you all at GGSO this year!

Favorite events: Protein Modeling, Codebusters, Designer Genes

Fun fact: I eat corn on the cob one row at a time.

Hi, my name is Shal, and I am from Southern California. I last competed in the Science Olympiad back in middle school, but ever since then, I have found my appreciation for all things science. In my free time, I love writing poetry and going on runs.

Favorite events: Microbe Mission

Fun fact: I have a coaster collection!

Hi! My name is Faith Blea and I am a Molecular and Cellular Biology student at Berkeley. I have loved science from a young age, my parents are veterinarians and much of my love for life science stems from them! I have loved being involved in Science Olympiad to foster that passion of mine!

Favorite events: Microbe Mission, Anatomy & Physiology, and

Fun fact: I was born on Christmas, and until last year I didn't know it was one of the rarest birthdays!

Hi! I'm an alum of Portola High School and Jeffrey Trail Middle School. SciOly was one of the best experiences I've had in middle and high school, so I'm super excited to supervise for GGSO this year.

Favorite events: Fermi Questions, Sounds of Music, Thermodynamics

Fun fact: I play the bass clarinet (no, it's not a saxophone).

Hi! I'm Jerry, a Mission San Jose alum. I've done SciOly for four years across all three divisions, and it's been a super fun way for me to learn about unique fields while collaborating with an amazing community and talented friends. Super excited to see everyone at GGSO!

Favorite events: It's About Time, Astronomy, Detector Building

Fun fact: Bugs often ended up in my water clock during my It's About Time trials. (rip ;-;)

Hey, my name is Sukhad Mutatkar and I am a Milpitas High School alum. I am planning to major in Chemical Engineering as well as Material Science Engineering and Nutrition and Metabolic Biology. Im excited in being your tower ES and hope you guys all have fun. Outside of Scioly I love playing the drums, going out with my friends and playing sports.

Favorite events: Fermi Questions, Chem lab, Towers

Fun fact: I am seen in the audience on a Netflix Comedy Special.

I'm a Mira Loma SciOly and UCLA EE alum. Competing at SciOly tournaments helped me appreciate a bunch of areas in science, so I'm glad to continue helping out at GGSO.

Favorite events: Ornithology, Circuit Lab, WiFi Lab

Fun fact: I like playing League of Legends, drinking boba, rock climbing, and telling lies.

Hi! I'm Rohan, and I’m an alum of Seven Lakes High School and Beckendorff Junior High in Katy, Texas. Throughout my Science Olympiad experience, I’ve competed extensively in building events such as Gravity Vehicle and Scrambler as well in as lab events like Chemistry Lab and Forensics. I had a blast organizing our inaugural tournament for you all, and I'm looking forward to making our next tournament even greater!

Favorite events: Forensics and Chem Lab

Fun fact: I love anything and everything Drake.

Hi, my name is Abraham Chen, I’m a Mounds View Scioly Alumni, and I’ve been involved in Scioly all through high school. One time my team’s Scioly bus got stranded on a highway for 7 hours, making our trip to a tournament 21+ hours. That’s dedication.

Favorite events: Forensics, Fossils and Experimental Design

Fun fact: I like heights because it scares me.

Hey, I’m Ryan! I’m an alum of Mira Loma High School from Sacramento, California. I co-founded and led communications/strategy for GGSO, and I also volunteer at NorCal state and regional tournaments on the arbitration committees. My incredible science olympiad experience inspired me to pursue a career in systems engineering and autonomous transportation, and I hope to promote and expand access to those opportunities for students today.

Favorite events: Circuit Lab, Mission Possible, MagLev

Fun fact: Once spent a summer working underground at an Andean archeological site.

I've been involved with Science Olympiad at Mounds View since 2012. Science Olympiad was by far my favorite thing that I did in high school and I hope our tournament will be a blast for everyone attending!

Favorite events: It’s About Time, Technical Problem Solving, Compound Machines

Fun fact: People who have more birthdays live longer.

Hi! I'm Alex, from Palo Alto High School. SciOly was a huge part of my life in high school, and what first introduced me to the intersection of science, tech, and medicine. I hope that through GGSO, others will be able to have the same eye-opening experiences that I once did. Currently missing late night study sessions, forensics lab practice, and folding toobers with the rest of the team.

Favorite events: Anatomy and Physiology, Forensics, WIDI

Fun fact: My team dyed our hair (everyone's, all of it) green for 2013 Nationals!

Hi, my name is Dhruv, I’m a LASA Scioly Alumni, and I’ve been involved in Scioly all through high school. Science Olympiad helped me find my passion for biology and had led me to a career in medicine.

Favorite events: Anatomy and Physiology, Protein Modeling, Material Science

Fun fact: Most nights you can find me DJing in SF or LA at salsa and bachata clubs.

Hi! I'm Jon (https://jonxwang.com), from Mounds View High School! In high school, Science Olympiad was one of my favorite activities-- it taught me how fun science could be and I made teammates turned co-GGSO founder turned lifelong friends. Im glad I can still keep in touch with the community as a test writer and event supervisor and hope others discover their own interests through it.

Favorite events: Mission Possible, Chemistry Lab, Sounds of Music, Designer Genes

Fun fact: i can eat two chipotle burritos in one sitting

Hello! I'm a LASA alum and was captain of LASA's Science Olympiad team during 2015 and 2016. I did build events, which means that most of my SciO memories involve soldering in a hotel room bathtub, getting gliders stuck in chandeliers, or getting kicked out of Wal-Mart at 1 AM (sometimes you gotta test Scrambler the night before...) Science Olympiad has been a pretty big part of my life (in both the good and bad ways), so I'm glad to be helping run this tournament.

Favorite events: Scrambler, Mission Possible

Hi I’m Colin and I love microbes. I competed for Wellwood Middle School and Fayetteville-Manlius High School and I graduated with a BS in microbiology from Cornell University last May. For three years, I also helped lead Science Olympiad at Cornell where I served as co-president 2015-16. Did I mention I love microbes?

Favorite events: Microbe Mission, Fermi Questions, Thermodynamics

Fun fact: My Fermi partner and I agreed to shave each other’s heads if we got 1st in Fermi at States 2013. The rest is history.

Hi, my name is Kevin Meng, I’m an Ed W. Clark HS Scioly alumni and captain. In preparation for state and nationals, I’ve stayed at school so late that midnight snacks and basketball with the cleaning staff is a norm. I’ve been told before that my love for Science Olympiad is “infectious”. Spread the love and stay committed!

Favorite events: Gravity Vehicle, Elastic Launched Glider, Wright Stuff, WIDI

Fun fact: My team and I won a state championship in soccer! I have a fierce passion for music and sports. Play me.

Hello, I’m Kelly! I’m an alum of John P. Stevens Science Olympiad in Edison, New Jersey. (East coast represent!) I have made some of my best memories through SciOly, from the loud bus rides to the actual tournament days. Most importantly, SciOly has taught me to constantly stay curious and hungry.

Favorite events: Forensics, Fossils, Microbe Mission

Fun fact: I played the clarinet for 10 years!

Hi, I’m Sarah Gurev, and I'm a Mira Loma High School and Winston Churchill Middle School Scioly alum. I've had the opportunity to attend Nationals five times, and the distinct pleasure of competing in every single water event each time. Science Olympiad was such a large part of my life, so I'm grateful it's not quite over yet. I'm really excited to help bring this tournament to life!

Favorite events: Protein Modeling, Awesome Aquifers, Dynamic Planet

Fun fact: I was very overprotective of my protein model, possibly because I was constantly worrying that my cat would eat it.

Hey, I’m Valerie! Although I’m not a Science Olympiad alum, I have always been passionate about science and science outreach. I’m incredibly excited to be a part of GGSO’s Executive Board, and am looking forward to help organize a tournament that gives so much to the Bay Area and SciOly communities.

Favorite events: Herpetology, Mousetrap Vehicle, Materials Science

Fun fact: One time, Tina Fey’s bodyguard pushed me away from her after a major fangirl moment at the Tony Awards. It was awesome.

Hi, my name is Kathryn and I’m a Palo Alto Science Olympiad alum. SciOly sparked my interest in STEM many years ago, and I'm grateful that I've been able to stay involved and give back to the community even after I graduated high school. I'll always miss the feeling of the night before the tournament - whether that's cramming last minute for an event or powwowing with the GGSO team :)

Favorite events: Forensics, Chem Lab, Protein Modeling, Bridge Building

Fun fact: I like to figure skate in my free time!

Hi, I'm Amy, and I'm a Walnut High School and Suzanne Middle School alum! SciOly has been a formative part of my growth, which is why I’m even more excited to see how I can help this tournament grow!

Favorite events: Forensics and Experimental Design

Fun fact: I have 50+ (and growing) themed Spotify playlists, each curated to a different mood, atmosphere, and vibe.

I am super excited to be a part of this year's GGSO team. Growing up in North Dakota, Science Olympiad was the first times I really got to share my interest in STEM with people around my school and state. I'm passionate about making STEM education and opportunities accessible for students of all backgrounds and can't wait to help make that a reality within GGSO!

Favorite events: Meteorology and Towers

Fun fact: I once competed in eight events during a regional tournament. Quite the time!

Hello, I’m Faith--I’m a Bismarck Century High alum, and was a part of Science Olympiad since my middle school years. SciO was always one of my favorite extracurricular activities, and I’m delighted to continue my involvement at university.

Favorite events: Astronomy, Dynamic Planet, Anatomy and Physiology

Fun fact: Joan of Arc is my great-aunt--like 11 greats in there, but I am directly descended from her brother.

Hi, I’m Allison! I love everything Science Olympiad -- my years of competing, the amazing community of people I’ve met, and this very tournament. I’m beyond excited to see what the upcoming season will bring to the table!

Favorite events: Invasive Species, Herpetology, Forensics

Fun fact: If you give me a clover patch, I'll be able to find you a four-leafed (or sometimes even five-leafed) one within minutes!

Hi!! I’m Evelyn, and I’m a Mira Loma Sci Oly alumni. I was only on the team since sophomore year, but those 3 years definitely shaped my passions and love for science. It was Science Olympiad that developed my interest in biology and led me to pursue a career in medicine.

Favorite events: Anatomy and Physiology, Disease Detectives

Fun fact: I actually didn’t want to do Disease Detectives until my sci oly coach put me on the event sophomore year, and by senior year I was 1st in the nation for the event. Lets just say that my coach made a good call :)

Hey! I'm Shivansh, an Irvington High School Science Olympiad alum who has been doing SciOly for 6 years now. Having run a small tournament of my own, I hope to contribute all that I can to making GGSO enjoyable and educational for everyone!

Favorite events: Fermi Questions, Astronomy, Dynamic Planet

Fun fact: I've taken more notes for Astronomy than for all of my classes combined.

Hi! I’m Nikhil, and I'm a Mira Loma Science O alum. I’ve been a part of Sci Oly for for nine years, and have loved every moment of it! I've made so many memories with the teams I've been a part of and can't wait to make more!

Favorite events: Mission Possible, Robot Arm, Game On

Fun fact: I won an event because of a pencil eraser, only in Science O

Hello hello! I'm Adrian, a Leigh High School SciOly Alum. I've been involved with Science Olympiad for almost a decade now (wow!) from competing in high school to helping the Caltech SciOly Planning Team. Happy to keep this streak of giving back to Science Olympiad through GGSO!

Favorite events: Chemistry Lab, Forensics, Potions and Poisons

Fun fact: I'm allergic to avocado but like the taste so I power through the mild discomfort.

Hi, I'm Amy! I'm a SciOly alum from Interlake High School, where I competed for three years--a few too little, in my opinion. Despite (or maybe thanks to...) almost losing three teammates on the plane and another two during the BART ride, GGSO has been one of the best tournaments I've attended in high school and I'm excited to make it even better!

Favorite events: Astronomy, Hovercraft, Wright Stuff, Materials Science

Fun fact: I'm very passionate about the taste of water.

Hi! I'm Arya, an American High School SciOly alumni. I've competed in SciOly since 5th grade, and this organization has been truly instrumental in shaping my interests. I’m so excited to continue my journey by helping run this invitational and look forward to spreading my passion for science to others!

Favorite events: Mousetrap Vehicle, Compound Machines

Fun fact: My Mousetrap Vehicle is featured in one of Mark Rober's YouTube videos :)

Hi, I'm Matthew, a SciOly alum from Northwood High School. Having competed for 6 years, SciOly has been a major part of my life. Many of my fondest memories have been from Science Olympiad and I've been able to meet many close friends, competing with them over the years. I'm excited to be on the other side now organizing tournaments for the community!

Favorite events: Mission Possible, Disease Detectives, Robot Arm

Fun fact: I love puzzles! Puzzle hunts are one of my favorite activities, and I also make puzzle sets of my own too.

Hi, I’m Sophia and I’m a Mira Loma High School and Winston Churchill Middle School Science Olympiad alum. I can’t really pinpoint exactly what I love about Science Olympiad, but it’s been seven years and I’m still here so I guess there must be something there.

Favorite events: Disease Detectives, Ecology, Simple Machines

Fun fact: I've met a real life disease detective.

Hi! I'm Emily, an alum of NCSSM and Enloe High School SciOly. Through my 6 years of competing, I've met the most amazing community, both on my teams and online. I'm so glad I can continue being involved through GGSO. Super excited to help make this invite happen! :)

Favorite events: Codebusters, Experimental Design, Dynamic Planet

Fun fact: I've never competed in a scioly invitational.

Hi! My name is Vinay and I am an alum of Seven Lakes High School in Houston, Texas. Science Olympiad completely changed my life and I am forever grateful for the skills and friendships I made in my years on the team. I’m so excited to be apart of GGSO and can’t wait to help host this tournament for everyone!

Favorite events: Codebusters, Sounds of Music, Game On

Fun fact: In the 2 years I was on the team, I competed in 17 events.

My name is Britney and I'm a Milpitas High SciOly alum. Having competed at three GGSO tournaments, it holds a special place in my heart. I'm excited to bring this tournament to more competitors and give back to the SciOly community.

Favorite events: Herpetology, Invasive Species

Fun fact: I have the same birthday as McDonald's!

Hey everyone, I'm Alvin Xu! In high school I competed for Seven Lakes, and Science Olympiad quickly became a very major part of my life. Those years have taught me so much, and I am excited to now be working to deliver that experience from the tournament organization side.

Favorite events: Astronomy, Codebusters

Fun fact: I like to create music in my free time.

Hi! I’m Nicole, a SciOly alum of Mountain View High School. Over the past 4 years, SciOly has allowed me to find and develop my passions and closest friendships leaving me with some of my fondest memories. I’m so excited to be able to stay involved with SciOly through GGSO and be able to bring this experience to others!

Favorite events: Anatomy and Physiology, Microbe Mission

Fun fact: I moved to the Bay Area under the impression that I was only here to visit and attend a summer camp, except it was actually the first day of 4th grade.

Hi! I'm William, an alum and former captain of Mason High School in Ohio. I'm super excited to (hopefully) see the return of in-person Scioly in college!

Favorite events: Codebusters, PPP

Fun fact: My Venmo account was frozen the day I created it!