<p>The National Science and Maths Quiz has reached fever pitch at the University of Cape Coast.</p><p> The semi-final stage played out today, and it delivered exactly what everyone was hoping for: dominant performances, a few broken hearts, and a piece of history in the making.</p><p> Here's everything that happened over the last day or so, what people are saying about it, and where things stand as the field narrows toward the Grand Finale.</p><p> <b>Fresh Results: What Happened in the Semi-Finals</b></p><p> <b>Semi-Final 1 saw St. Augustine's College put on a masterclass.</b> In a battle between former champions, AUGUSCO finished with 52 points to see off five-time champions Prempeh College, who managed 47, and Pope John SHS, who ended on 28. AUGUSCO were especially sharp on the Problem of the Day, nailing 9 out of 10, and that round turned out to be the difference maker. The win also books them a third straight Grand Finale appearance going back to 2024, which says a lot about how consistent this team has become.</p><p><img src="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9a932b_2f5e5897b2ce4635a0082a59d742b7e1~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_980,h_784,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_avif,quality_auto/9a932b_2f5e5897b2ce4635a0082a59d742b7e1~mv2.jpg" style="width: 100%;"><br></p><p> <b>Semi-Final 2 was another statement from PRESEC-Legon.</b> The eight-time champions once again showed why they're considered the most dangerous team in NSMQ history. Carried by their trio of Jason, Kekeli, and Akosah, PRESEC cruised to a 44-point win, shutting down both Tamale SHS and first-time semi-finalists St. John's School in the process. There was never really a moment where the result felt in doubt.</p><p><img src="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9a932b_cebe7475a77d4790b21e62cdbe096899~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1280,h_989,al_c,q_85,enc_auto/9a932b_cebe7475a77d4790b21e62cdbe096899~mv2.jpg" style="width: 100%;"></p><p> <b>Semi-Final 3 is still being fought out.</b> Achimota School, Accra Academy, and history-making private school Bright SHS went head-to-head for the final spot in the Grand Finale, and all eyes are on how that last seat gets decided.</p><p> <b>What People Are Saying</b></p><p> Social media has been lit up since the final whistle. AUGUSCO's fans are having a moment, and honestly, who can blame them. Making three consecutive Grand Finales is no small thing, and a lot of the praise online is going toward their execution in Round 3, the Problem of the Day, which is widely seen as the moment they broke Prempeh's momentum.</p><p> Over on the PRESEC side, the "Odadeɛ" fanbase is walking around like a 9th trophy is already in the bag. Knocking out defending champions Mfantsipim in the quarter-finals and then breezing through the semis has done wonders for their confidence, and it's hard to argue with the results so far.</p><p> It's a rougher day for Prempeh's "Amanfoɔ" faithful. Their team stayed within touching distance of AUGUSCO for four full rounds before falling short by just 5 points at the end, and you can feel the disappointment in how fans are reacting online. That's the kind of loss that stings a little longer than most.</p><p> <b>Grand Finale Outlook: Who Is Likely to Win</b></p><p> With St. Augustine's College and PRESEC-Legon now officially through, the Grand Finale is shaping up to be a genuinely legendary matchup.</p><p> PRESEC-Legon go in as the favorite. Their consistency, their speed on the buzzer, and a championship pedigree that few schools in NSMQ history can match all point toward a 9th national title.</p><p> Still, AUGUSCO should not be underestimated. If they bring anything close to that 9/10 Problem of the Day performance into the final, they have a real chance to match PRESEC step for step and pull off the upset.</p><p> Which school are you backing to lift the trophy at the Grand Finale?&nbsp;</p><p><b> Drop your thoughts in the comments below.</b></p>