(1) Clear organization is crucial. Please be sure to provide numbers/letters and concise/precise labels/tags.

(2) Support is crucial. Don't just "say stuff" - give me specific data/facts/information to support each label/claim.

(3) Clash is essential. If your opponent says something, make sure you answer it. If you opponent drops something you say, be sure you pull it across and tell me why I should vote on it.

(4) Questions are binding.

(5) Questions must be answered. How many? Three per speech seems reasonable to me. If your opponent rises to ask you a question, you should TAKE IT QUICKLY. Within 10 seconds or so. If you make would-be questioners wait too long, or simply refuse to take a reasonable number of questions, you can assume that you will lose my ballot. Don't stall, don't sidestep, don't delay, don't ignore - TAKE THE QUESTIONS!!!

(6) I am not a fan of kritiks. That applies to both Affirmative K's and Negative K's. I want to see the Resolution debated as stated. I frequently vote on the basis of Topicality.

(7) Don't rely too heavily on jargon (especially "perm it" or "turn it"). Be sure you clearly and fully explain the idea.

(8) I am not a fan of Counterplans. I see them as a "last possible resort" option.

(9) I'm not a fan of excessive speed because it too often is used to hide poor analysis. If I don't have a clear flow, the only thing I can do is vote on the issues I did flow.

(10) I am a big fan of Solvency and Circumvention arguements. I prefer that Plans be as complete and detailed as possible.

(11) Plan text must be fully provided during speaking time. If you're Affirmative, don't simply ask the Negative if they "have any questions on Plan." As the judge, I need to hear an adequately complete Plan. If there are holes, it's the Affirmative's fault for not spelling it out - NOT the Negative's fault for not asking enough questions (within a reasonable standard).

(12) Have fun and be respectful to both your opponents and to the judge(s). Excessive arrogance is a problem.