The Dogwood Speech & Debate League is excited for the double-header to start our competition year continuing as DSDL #2 at Pine Forest High School on Saturday, October 4, 2025. We look forward to welcoming students, coaches, and judges for a day of spirited competition and community.

This tournament will be a fantastic opportunity for students to sharpen their skills early in the year. Please be sure to carefully review the DSDL 2025–2026 Manual, which provides important guidance on league procedures, event rules, and expectations for the season.

Key Information:

• Tournament registration deadlines are posted on the right-hand side of this Tabroom page. Please be mindful of the deadline and complete entries on time.

• All schools are responsible for ensuring that entries are accurate and that judge obligations are fulfilled.

• Questions about this tournament may be directed to dsdltournamentdirector@gmail.com.

2025–2026 Tournament Schedule:

• 9/27/25 – DSDL 1 at Pinecrest High School

• 10/4/25 – DSDL 2 at Pine Forest High School

• 11/1/25 – DSDL 3 at Apex Friendship High School

• 11/15/25 – DSDL 4 at Cary High School

• 2/7/26 – DSDL 5 at Jack Britt High School

• 2/28/26 – DSDL 6 at Cumberland Polytechnic High School (hosted on the campus of Fayetteville Technical Community College)

We are excited to kick off the season and wish all teams the very best as we begin another year of competition.

Sincerely,
Rachel Mauchline
Tournament Director