I would say I mostly evaluate rounds based on the stock issues, but I also want to hear reasonable, well-explained arguments. I would rather hear clear, thorough explanations of your argument than a large amount of evidence. Obviously, don't make claims without backing them up with evidence and reasoning, but I can be convinced on a point with just a few cards as long as the reasoning is sound. I also have just a couple of years of experience with CX, so I don't advise running a Kritik unless you can properly communicate it to me as your judge.

I also value clear delivery, so I don't advise excessively rapid delivery. Again, I care more about the reasoning, so no need to throw in a large amount of arguments and evidence (and no need to speed through it).

IE Paradigm:

Extemp: I'm fine if you use a notecard (unless of course it is an elim round or varsity). Please make sure that you're signposting. My debate background makes me need strong links and impacts for any claims and evidence you're presenting. I really love a good AGD that is strongly connected to your topic.

Interp: I do not have experience in interp events, but I do have a background in theatre. Your character(s) need to come alive for me, but that doesn't necessarily mean being the most loud and dramatic. If I see a clear connection between the way you're performing as the character & the message of your piece, you'll be awesome in the round!

Debate Paradigm:

I competed in LD and CX when I was in high school 2014-2017

This is my first year teaching & coaching high school debate.

I deliberate on overall presentation: arguments + delivery.

Please don't spread. I prefer quality of speaking over quantity or speed. If you're going to spread, I need to be on the email chain or speech drop. During your rebuttals, if I don't catch what you say, I don't weigh it.

Keep your own time. I will keep my own and simply stop flowing if you go over your speaking time. Don't go over your allotted prep time.

If you run theory make sure you explain it to me like I know nothing.

Be considerate and respectful to everyone in the room.

Please give me roadmaps and signposts.

I have no preference over types of arguments, but overall you should connect the dots for me. Emphasize those warrants and impacts. Tell me why you get the ballot.