Empire Invitational

2025 — Tucson, AZ/US

Original Oratory

Abbreviation OO
Format Speech
Entry Fee $10.00
Overall Entry Limit 21
Entry Limit Per School 4
Entry 1 competitors per entry

Event Description:

Original Oratory: While AIA Tournament Rules will be the foundation for the operation of this tournament, please be advised that they will not apply in all situations. We have clearly noted any diversions from the AIA rules in the event information section. Event rules align with the NSDA.

Locations
Empire High School
Contacts
Matthew LaMunyon
General
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Circuits
AZ – Arizona AZMS – Arizona Middle School

Dates & Deadlines

 MST
Tournament Dates Nov 8 to Nov 9 2025
Registration Opens Mon Sep 8 at 12:00 PM
Registration Closes Mon Nov 3 at 6:00 PM
Fees Freeze After Mon Nov 3 at 6:00 PM
Judge Information Due Tue Nov 4 at 6:00 PM
Drop online until Mon Nov 3 at 6:00 PM
Change fees apply after Tue Nov 4 at 6:00 PM

These deadlines are set in Tabroom for technical purposes. Always consult the invitation or tournament notices for official policies about deadlines and procedures.