DEBATE

Hey I’m RJ and I’m the Right Judge for you. Sorry bad Joke. ok so if your opponent drops a contention and you don’t point it out I won’t count it. You can bring things back up from the cross ex but unless you bring it up in the next speech I won’t acknowledge it. I dont Like spreading Like at all but if you must you need to send me your case. I will give long comments that hopefully help you. BE RESPECTFUL OF YOUR OPPONENT! I will not tolerate any racism, homophobia, ableism exc. I am not that formal but you should practice asking the judge if it’s ok to talk before the round or if you want them to stand. Act like I don’t know about the topic. Just have fun.

Hey everyone!

I will keep my paradigm rather simplistic. I appreciate creative, clear arguments. Avoid spreading and respect your opponents.

I hold a Bachelor of Science in Communication Studies from the University of Montevallo and a Master's in Education, Art P-12.

I am looking for not only a strong case, but confidence with public speaking, articulation, and professionalism.

Smile, make eye contact, and prove to me you won the round with knowledge and grace.

Hello! I'm Casey, and you may have seen me in the 2020 NSDA final round of Duo! I am an alum of Hattiesburg High School (In Mississippi) and am currently a member of the Alabama Forensic Council at the University of Alabama. I've been competing since the 7th grade (so now that's 10 years of speech oh lord) and while I stuck to interp in high school, I've branched out to platform events in college so I've either competed in or seen every event out there. I don't have any super specific judging preferences, I only ask that you give it your all. If you ever have any questions about my ballot/comments or the AFC/Alabama, feel free to email me at caseybuisson@gmail.com and I'd be happy to talk to you! If I've learned anything in my time as a competitor it's to have FUN while you're performing and your judges will notice. Good luck!!

Hey guys!! My name is Greta Christiansen, and I am a junior at Vestavia HS. I primarily compete in Lincoln Douglas, Congress, and Speech- so I have a pretty good understanding of debate. I also have competed this year with this BQ topic, so I have a decent grasp of what is going on.

- CLARITY IS SUPER IMPORTANT! If I cannot hear your argument or understand it, then I cannot vote on it. Make sure to explain any complex arguements that you might have.

FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL BQ 24:

- If you are rude or show any sort of poor sportsmanship to your opponent(s), I will dock your speaker points. This is Middle School BQ, so I expect for everyone to show each other lots of grace. Ya'll are new to this, and it is supposed to be fun!

- In this tournament disclosure is not allowed, so please do not expect for me to tell you who won. I will be sure to provide lots of feedback in my rfds, and if you have any questions, feel free to email me after the tournament atgretachristiansen7@gmail.com .

Happy debating! :)

Hello,

I have judged Speech and Debate for 1 year now. This is my first year as a Coach and I look forward to watching you compete!

While judging Lincoln-Douglas I keep personal views and opinions separate from judging, so I will judge purely off your framework. While I understand the personal benefits to spreading, I do not find speaking extremely fast to be in the spirit of true debate. As long as you speak clearly and it is comprehendible, I am fine with your choice of speed throughout the round. I will flow the round to ensure I understand each contention and how it relates to your value/value criterion. Please remain respectful and have a great time debating!

All the best!

Hey! Hope it's going well! I'm Reva. I've competed in Public Forum for three years and have also done Congress and various Speech events.

Tech>Truth

Speed is fine but make sure to enunciate well

Please please signpost and have a off-time roadmap

I will flow anything as long as it is not homophobic, racist, or sexist

Collapse, Extend, AND Weigh!!!!

If it wasn't in summary then it shouldn't be in final focus

Please give me a reason why I need to be voting for your side

If you have any questions please ask before the round!

I don't flow cross but I expect that you are respectful during it

BQ

I mainly compete/judge PF but I have knowledge of BQ and the topic

Same preferences for PF

I like definition battles

GOOD LUCK AND HAVE FUN!!!!!

Here is my email reva.lingala1@gmail.com for evidence sharing or if you have any questions

Willing to give progressive a chance.

I competed in PF and IPDA at the national level in high school and college.

PF - I am a flow judge. I am good with speed but do not spread. I don't flow CX, but I do listen to it.

The most important thing to keep in mind is the framework and impacts. Tell me why you have won the round and give me as little choice in the matter as possible. Do all the work for me and I am more likely to vote your way.

LD - I am experienced enough to understand Ts and Ks, but not to understand spreading. If you insist on spreading you MUST share your case with me before round (andrewschmidt5667@gmail.com) but no promises even if you do.

BQ - this is supposed to be an accessible form of debate, so be accessible. I'm really not interested in hearing Ks run in Big questions.

For most of my judging/coaching tenure, I have not included a paradigm, and that is because I do not believe my personal opinions are particularly relevant to the way you argue your case or present your program. You do you. But kids seem to want paradigms, so here it is:

1) Be logical. Impacts that don't link up are illogical. I probably won't believe it. Not every action leads to nuclear war, kids. Thankfully.

2) Speak clearly. If you love to spread, ok. But if I can't understand you, I can't evaluate you. It's like you didn't say it.

3) Be professional. Aggressive tactics are fine; rudeness is not.