After weeks of buzzer-beaters, surprise upsets, and fierce giving battles, we are thrilled to announce that the ECC & Lower School Students are the 2026 DC Madness Champions! 

In the final showdown, they went head-to-head with the Faculty & Staff, who put up quite the fight in the last round. The results came down to a one-point difference. However, the students’ excitement and determination helped them claim the title for the second time in four years. 

To recognize their victory, the ECC & Lower School Students will enjoy a well-earned popsicle party to celebrate their win.

This year, more than 250 donors stepped forward in support of DC Madness. The support shown will enhance the school’s strategic and capital efforts on both campuses. 

To everyone who participated in this tournament: thank you. Whether you made a gift, rallied your team, or spread the word, you helped make this campaign a success.

Congrats again to our champions, and to all of you, for making this a tournament to remember!