Gamecock Invitational at Sumter High School

2026 — NSDA Campus, SC/US

Novice Lincoln Douglas Debate

Abbreviation NLD
Format Debate
Topic:
NSDA LD Jan/Feb
Resolved: The possession of nuclear weapons is immoral.
Entry Fee $12.00
Entry 1 competitors per entry

Event Description:

6-3-7-3-4-6-3 Format. 4 minute Prep Time. NSDA rules

This division is for first year/season Lincoln Douglas Debaters.

NOVICE - Resolved: January Topic

Resolved: The possession of nuclear weapons is immoral.

Locations
Sumter HS
Contacts
Joshua K Miller Gail L Nicholas
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Dates & Deadlines

 EST
Tournament Dates Jan 17 to Jan 17 2026
Registration Opens Mon Dec 15 at 8:00 AM
Registration Closes Wed Jan 14 at 5:00 PM
Fees Freeze After Wed Jan 14 at 12:00 PM
Judge Information Due Thu Jan 15 at 5:00 PM
Drop online until Fri Jan 16 at 7:00 PM
Change fees apply after Wed Jan 14 at 12:00 PM

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