National Speech and Debate Season Opener
2026 — NSDA Campus, KY/US
02 - Competitive Affiliations and Disclosure
Competitive Affiliations and Disclosure Document Link
This document provides guidance regarding team affiliations, conflict disclosures, and judge conflicts. The Tournament of Champions requires school-based entry; however, conflict determinations often extend beyond a competitor’s school affiliation. This document’s purpose is intended to promote transparency, consistency, and competitive fairness by establishing a common understanding of how team relationships are evaluated for conflict-of-interest purposes.