2027 Bluebonnet World Schools Debate Tournament

10TH ANNUAL BLUEBONNET INTERNATIONAL WORLD SCHOOLS DEBATE TOURNAMENT

THE WORLD COMES TO TEXAS

April 22-24, 2027 | Grand Oaks High School | Spring (The Woodlands), Texas, USA

IN PERSON • INTERNATIONAL • ALL IMPROMPTU

Join top debaters from around the globe for one of the most unique and exciting World Schools Debate experiences anywhere. For a decade, Bluebonnet has welcomed teams from across continents to compete, learn, and build lasting international friendships while experiencing legendary Texas hospitality.

WHY BLUEBONNET?

For ten years, the Bluebonnet International World Schools Debate Tournament has brought together outstanding student debaters from around the world for a truly unique competitive and educational experience.

Founded and hosted by Audra Langston, Bluebonnet has become known for its excellence in World Schools Debate, its welcoming atmosphere, and its commitment to developing the next generation of global leaders.

Whether your students are experienced international competitors or new to World Schools Debate, Bluebonnet offers challenging competition, elite coaching, meaningful cultural exchange, and unforgettable Texas hospitality.

What Makes Bluebonnet Different?

✅ All rounds are IMPROMPTU motions

✅ International competition with teams from around the world

✅ Expert training and workshops throughout the tournament

✅ One-on-one coaching opportunities and guest trainers

✅ World-class adjudication and judge training

✅ Texas Cultural Night with dinner, dancing, and team t-shirt exchange

✅ Meals included during the tournament

✅ Two divisions to support growth at every level

TRAIN. COMPETE. GROW.

Elite Training Opportunities

Bluebonnet is more than a tournament.

Students and coaches will have access to:

• Debate strategy workshops
• Impromptu speaking preparation sessions
• Judge and adjudication training
• Guest international trainers
• Coach collaboration opportunities
• Individual feedback and development sessions
• Specialized novice and advanced clinics

Whether your goal is your first Worlds Schools tournament or preparation for national and international championships, Bluebonnet provides a learning environment designed to elevate every participant.

COMPETITION DETAILS

Novice Division

• First-year debaters
• Junior high competitors
• Students new to WSD

Championship Division

• Experienced WSD competitors
• Advanced debaters
• Students seeking an elite competitive challenge

Tournament Format

• 5 Preliminary Rounds
• Quarterfinals
• Semifinals
• Grand Final

Format: World Schools Debate

Language: English

Motions: ALL IMPROMPTU

A TRULY INTERNATIONAL TRADITION

Previous Bluebonnet Champions

2018 - Team Mexico

2019 - USA Development Team

2020 - Team Eton (United Kingdom)

2021 - Fostering Debate Talent Academy

2022 - Team Mexico

2023 - Harvard-Westlake (California, USA)

2024 - Mose Bianchi (Italy)

2025 - Westminster (Georgia, USA)

2026 - Team Texas

Who will raise the Bluebonnet trophy in 2027?

LOCATION

Grand Oaks High School

4800 Riley Fuzzel Road

Spring, Texas 77386 USA

Just 30 minutes from Houston's IAH Airport in the beautiful Woodlands area.

REGISTER YOUR TEAM TODAY!

Limited team entries available.

bluebonnetwsd@gmail.com

alangston@northlandchristian.org

10 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE • INTERNATIONAL FRIENDSHIPS • WORLD-CLASS DEBATE