Girl just debate lol

he/him/his---4th year varsity debater at waru, tech>truth

go for whatever you want i have done the vast majority of debating styles---put me on the email chain---email: bathcar@usd437.net

given that this is for novices, i don't feel as if my personal takes on arguments are that necessary

Prefer to use speech drop, but email chain is fine.

cburroughs1113@gmail.com

TLDR:

4-year high school debater. 2022 graduate.

Am comfortable with most arguments, no knowledge of K's.

I like to go down the flow but if round is messy, I will give the round to the team that cleans it up.

Be polite and respectful.

Experience:

I did speech and debate all four years in highs school (class of 2022). I debated mostly in the traditional circuit of debate. I am fine with other versions of debate but am more accustomed to the traditional version.

Philosophy:

You can run whatever you would like to. But, with that being said, I really only went with the traditional style of debate. I have seldom experienced any K's being run and have very little experience with it.

I am fine with any speed that you want to go at, but it must be understandable.

I will not tolerate any unprofessional gestures or mocking of other teams. I will automatically vote you down if this happens. I love competitiveness just make sure you are respectful to the other teams you face.

T, CP's, DA's

DA's: I prefer specific links if you run a DA but by all means run a generic link if that is all you got. Prefer to have these read in the 1NC.

CP's: These are completely fine (must have solvency card), but they must have some type of net benefit run with it. CP will not win on its own.

T:Once again these are good, but just a heads up if you want this to be a round winning issue, you must put a lot of speech time into it. Also make sure it has all of the required tenets (like voters, ect.)

KRITIK'S

I have basically no experience in these, you may run them, but they will most likely will not be an issue I vote on.

I have done debate before, so I know what I'm doing.

I'm not a big fan of Topicality, but I'll listen to it. If that's what you prefer to read, or if it's obvious the Aff is untopical by all means read it; it's just a personal preference.

Off time roadmaps are a must for me.

I enjoy clash. If you're just reading cards at each other and not actually discussing the topic, the round won't be enjoyable for anyone.

Have fun during the round. If you're not having fun, I'm not having fun. Debate is supposed to be something you enjoy doing, make sure it stays that way!

Hello, my name is Naledi Mackenzie and I am a sophomore debater.

Counterplans and Disads: Counterplans are great just prove that it's substantially better than the aff plan. It's great to read a cp with a few disads. If there is no difference between choosing the aff or neg counterplan, I will vote affirmative.

Topicality: It's extremely important to be on-topic. If you are the aff be sure to answer this accusation very well because it is a voting issue. On the other hand, as negative do not drag it if you are clearly losing.

Kritiks: These are a hit or miss. Don't read a confusing analysis you don't understand. On the other hand, kritiks that are relevant to the debate, display clear knowledge, and make me as the judge think past what the aff has presented is a huge win.

CLASH: A respectfully heated cross-x is always great. During speeches, I look for arguing your points rather than summarization. Everything said should be in an effort to back your argument. If you are asking questions during cross-x try to corner them. Obviously, all of this should be done in a respectful manner. Don't be mean; clash should be between your evidence and analysis of that evidence- not between each other.

**Also if you are the 2AR don't lie in the last speech just because the negative doesn't get to respond

3rd year Policy Debater at Topeka High

I like to see engagement in the debate and clash instead of crossfire of cards from both sides. I'm fine with speed.

Don't be rude, as those comments may cost you the debate if they are offensive.

Hayden '22

KU '26

Add me to the email chain:

Smcconnell.debate@gmail.com

TLDR: I've gone for a mix of policy and critical arguments. I don't have preferences about what you read. Just do what you do well.

Speed is fine---Slow down for analytics and give some pen time

Unique strategies and in-depth explanation = Increased Speaks

Tech>Truth, but truth is a tiebreaker

Impact calc is good

LD/PF Note:

I did LD a few times in high school, but don't know too much about the event.

I've never done or judged PF, but know the basic structure.

This means I don't really have any preconceived notions about these events, so you have to explain how I evaluate certain arguments in the round.

Just debate your best and I will try to adjudicate the debate my best.

If you have any questions just ask!

Hi!!:)

This is my second year debating at Washburn Rural. I prefer topicality debates and clash. You can speak as slow or as fast as you want.

Don’t be rude and have fun!!

She/her

(They/Them)

I was a 4 year debater at Topeka High and graduated in 2023. I did Policy and Big Questions.

For judging debate- Run whatever arguments you want but know how to explain what they mean, show me that you understand what you're saying and not just reading a bunch of cards. Also, please engage with what your opponents are saying and reading and explain why I should prefer your take on it, don't just circle what eachother is saying.

Be respectful and polite, I will vote against you for bad sportsmanship or disrespecting your opposing team. Debate is a game, you can be intense and passionate without being disrespectful or rude, know the difference.

Zero tolerance for any racist, misogynistic, homophobic, or overall discriminatory comments.

Other than that I'm good with anything and speed is fine.

In policy I will vote based on the framework presented in the round so sell me on why your arguments matter. I'm generally a stock issues voter and love a good disad argument. I tend to dislike getting caught in sematics arguments versus the actual big picture of whats being run. On the K- don't run it unless you know how to explain it and understand what you're talking about. I also will generally not vote on abuse arguments unless egregious.

For judging forensic events- I was mostly debate engaged at my time in school opting to do Big Questions during the forensics season so I dont have many specifics or know-how for judging this beyond saying to generally look prepared and polished when speaking and to avoid saying anything offensive in nonprepared events. Be engaging and sell me that you care about what you're saying.