20th Annual Fayette Classic
2015 — GA/US
Varsity Public Forum
Abbreviation
VPF
Format
Debate
Entry Fee
$30.00
Overall Entry Limit
30
Entry
Teams of between 1 and 2 competitors
Event Description:
Public Forum Debate involves opposing teams of two, debating a topic concerning a current event. Proceeding a coin toss, the winners choose which side to debate (PRO or CON) or which speaker position they prefer (1st or 2nd), and the other team receives the remaining option. Students present cases, engage in rebuttal and refutation, and also participate in a “crossfire” (similar to a cross-examination) with the opportunity to question the opposing team. Often, community members are recruited to judge this event.