2026 AIA Arizona State Tournament

2026 — Chandler, AZ/US

D1 Big Questions

Abbreviation D1 BQ
Format Debate
Entry Fee $7.00
Entry Limit Per School 6
Entry 1 competitors per entry

Event Description:

Resolved: Moral systems rooted in theism are preferable to non-theistic moral systems.

Disclaimer: The 2026 AIA State Tournament will NOT be a national qualifier this year. Big Questions debate national qualifiers will be determined at the District Qualifier, March 26-28. Solo entries only!

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
Chandler High School, Chandler Arizona
Contacts
Nick Leonardi Allison Ridley
General
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Circuits
AZ – Arizona Past Years' Editions

Dates & Deadlines

 MST
Tournament Dates Feb 27 to Mar 1 2026
Registration Opens Wed Jan 21 at 9:00 PM
Registration Closes Mon Feb 23 at 6:00 PM
Fees Freeze After Mon Feb 23 at 6:00 PM
Judge Information Due Tue Feb 24 at 6:00 PM
Drop online until Mon Feb 23 at 6:00 PM
Change fees apply after Tue Feb 24 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.