Barry Groner, long-time Odyssey of the Mind supporter and NCOM-E Problem 2 problem captain for many years, recently passed away. To remember Barry, a fund is being set up which will provide a scholarship in his honor to be awarded at the 2026 NCOM-E Regional Tournament. Please consider donating in Barry’s honor.
NCOM-E Scholarship Fund in Memory of Barry Groner Read More »
Congratulations to all of the Eastern Region teams for their performances throughout the season! Let’s all wish the following teams good luck and great success as they move on to compete at World Finals!
| Team | Problem | Division |
| Mills Park Elementary School AÂ | 1 | 1 |
| Hortons Creek Elementary School A | 1 | 1 |
| Mills Park Middle School AÂ | 1 | 2 |
| Green Level High School A | 2 | 3 |
| Mills Park Middle School A | 3 | 2 |
| Mills Park Elementary School BÂ | 4 | 1 |
| Mills Park Elementary School A | 4 | 1 |
| Mills Park Middle School C | 4 | 2 |
| Forest View Elementary School A | 5 | 1 |
| Mills Park Elementary School AÂ | 5 | 1 |
| Thales Academy Rolesville A | 5 | 3 |
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Tournament Schedule (updated 2/19/2025)
Directions to the Tournament (Google Maps)
DirectionsTournament Program
ProgramCompetition Site Map
Site MapOnsite Food Options
The following food trucks will be available in the bus parking lot:
Please note that we have multiple team members on multiple teams attending the tournament who have tree nut and peanut allergies. For their safety, please do not bring any tree nuts or peanuts to the tournament.
Cost Form
PDF MS ExcelStyle Form
PDF MS WordOutside Assistance Form
PDFTeam List Forms
NCOM Eastern Region Tournament Information w/Updated Schedule and Program Read More »
Teams placing 1st and 2nd in the NCOM State tournament in their Problem and Division, along with any winners of the Ranatra Fusca Creativity Award, will be invited to attend the World Finals competition, and will compete there along with teams from all over the world!
World Finals InformationOdyssey of the Mind World Finals Read More »
Teams placing 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in the regional tournament, and winners of the Ranatra Fusca Creativity Award, will be invited to attend the NCOM State Tournament, and will compete there along with teams from all across North Carolina
Date and Times:
Saturday, March 22
Competition: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Awards Ceremony: 5:00 PM
World Finals Coaches Meeting: 6:00 PM
Registration fee: $50 per team
Discounted rates will be available for nearby hotels – check back here for details soon!
Note: Teams advancing to the State Tournament will need to provide a volunteer to work a 2 hour shift at the tournament, but will not be required to provide a judge.
Register to judge at the State Tournament
Judge RegistrationNCOM State Tournament Read More »
Tournament Schedule
Directions to the Tournament (Google Maps)
DirectionsCompetition Site Map
Site MapOnsite Food Options
The following food trucks will be available in the bus parking lot:
Please note that we have multiple team members on multiple teams attending the tournament who have tree nut and peanut allergies. For their safety, please do not bring any tree nuts or peanuts to the tournament.
Cost Form
PDF MS ExcelStyle Form
PDF MS WordOutside Assistance Form
PDFTeam List Forms
NCOM Eastern Region Tournament Information w/Schedule Read More »
Please use the button above or head over to the Resources page to download copies of the spontaneous problems practiced during the Spontaneous Fair on January 25.
NCOM Eastern Region Spontaneous Fair – Problems Available for Download Read More »
