- First time PF judge.

- Please speak slowly. (I will gesture if you are going too fast.)

- Please articulate details you want me to remember.

- Be cordial and respectful to your opponents.

- In final focus, clearly indicate what you want me to vote on.

- Weigh your impacts.

- Don't use jargon.

I’m a parent who’s judged at local tournaments (in both speech and debate events) for the past four years.

First, please speak slowly and clearly- it’s a lot easier for me to judge if I can understand what you are saying.

I do flow rounds. Please make sure you have clear evidence supporting your claims. It’s also important that you explain why your argument is stronger or more relevant (or why your opponent’s case isn’t accurate). Telling me something is true won’t make me believe it unless you have support.

Most importantly, please show me and your opponent the same kind of respect as you would an in-person tournament. That means no multi-tasking, side conversations, eating, etc. Mute your line when your opponent is speaking-that'll make things easier for all of us.

Thank you!