1996 NAC
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| 1996 National Academic Championship | |
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| Edited by | Questions Unlimited |
| Champion | Houston Memorial |
| Runner-up | Maggie Walker |
| Third | Manheim Township |
| Fourth | Downingtown |
| High scorer | |
| Site | New Orleans & Marymount University in Arlington, VA |
| Field | |
| Stats | |
Houston Memorial took the title by beating defending champion Maggie Walker (then "Governor's School") in the finals 370-325. Governor's School defeated Manheim Township in the semifinals of the Marymount phase 425-405. Tournament was held in two phases, at New Orleans and at Marymount University in Arlington, VA. 125 total teams participated.
Beall offered the winning team their choice of a set of plane tickets, championship rings or $2,500 in scholarships.
Scott Petty joined the NAC Hall of Fame after this tournament.
Field
Incomplete list of schools known to be in the 125-team field
Cuba (MO)
Downingtown (PA)
Governor's School (VA)
Houston Memorial (TX)
James Island (SC)
Manheim Township (PA)
St. Joseph (NJ)
West Chester East (PA)
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