News from NY Odyssey about Team New York at World Finals, Battle of the Problems, New York OMers winning scholarships from NYSOMA and COU, Friend of NYSOMA and Community Star awardees, as well as details of the Pin Design Challenge. Good Luck Team New York! In just over a week 53 teams will be arriving in Ames, IA to represent New York at the Odyssey of the Mind World Finals. Some of these teams are veterans having been to World Finals before, some have been working for years to get there and...

Here are the latest updates and reports from the Odyssey teams from New York that we are following throughout the season. Warwick Valley - Div 2 From the Coach: This season has been filled with growth, creativity, and teamwork. I asked the team to share their thoughts and here’s what they said… Jocelyn: I set several goals this year, but my main one was to design and build my own costume. I’m so happy with how it turned out! Luci: As a first-time OMer, I learned how to safely use a...

With news about how to support a new NYSOMA scholarship in honor of Jackie Otte, deadlines for this and other scholarships, last chance to submit team specific clarifications, opportunities to get involved in running the Odyssey program in New York, and information about regional tournaments, as well as a look forward to the 2026 State Finals tournament. Finally, we continue our regular feature, "Coaches' Corner", with information and advice for new and established coaches. Jackie Otte NYSOMA...