Hey, I am a parent judge so I'm really not too good with progressive arguments. I prefer traditional. I will select who wins based on an analysis of the cases under the winning framework. I'm ok with plans, counterplans, just make sure you have solvency advocates (PLEASE). I'm ok with kritiks, just explain the jargon please, as I'm not too good with critical theory. I don't do great with speed. If you could keep it at a happy medium tempo, that would be perfect.

Ranking system:

<25: Offensive.

25: Incomprehensible.

26: Flawed, stuttery, or otherwise marred, but fair.

27: Ok. Very solid.

28: Very well done.

29: Fantastic, captivating. Likely to move on to outrounds.

30: Phenomenal, perfect, clear.

I have judged all events, but when it comes to debate most of my experience stems from LD and Congress. I value clash and enjoy watching strategies unfold. Framework is important and so is strong evidence. If you ask me in person what do I like in a debate, I say show me the best you can do and impress me. I don’t mind spreading (especially in CX where it is expected) or traditional and/or progressive debate as long your arguments are sound and adapt to your opponents’ points. Be respectful, professional, and have fun.

To put it short and sweet, I am an experienced debater. I did four years of mainly PF, Congressional Debate, and Extemp in high school, but I watched a lot of Policy and LD in my free time. While I am experienced, I expect informative argumentation for debate. Do not throw arguments at me and expect I have any background knowledge on the topic, because I believe debate should be about informing everything about the topic. It's being debated on for a reason. In terms of what I flow, I will flow everything in the round including any CX. I am also comfortable with high speed so spreading doesn't matter to me. Other than that, anything is fine with me. Just be respectful to each other and let's have a fun round.

My primary coaching event is Congressional Debate. Don't freak out, I prefer the debate portion of the event as my high school background is in PF/LD.

For CD: I’ll always consider a balance of presentation, argumentation, and refutation. If you happen to drop the ball on one of those traits during a speech, it won’t ruin your rank on my ballot. I look for consistency across the board and most importantly: What is your speech doing for the debate? Speaking of which, pay attention to the round. If you're the third speaker in the row on the same side, your speech isn't doing anything for the debate. I definitely reward kids who will switch kids or speak before their ideal time for the sake of the debate, even if it's not the best speech in the world.

For both PF/LD: As long as you're clear/do the work for me, I have no preference for/against what you run/do in the round. I'll vote off of what you give me. With that, I really stress the latter portion of that paradigm, "I'll vote off of what you give me". I refuse to intervene on the flow, so if you're not doing the work for me, I'm gonna end up voting on the tiniest, ickiest place that I should not be voting off of. Please don't make me do that. Respect the flow and its links.

PF specific: I love theory. I don't prefer theory in PF, but again I'll vote off of where the round ends up...it'd be cool if it didn't head in that direction as a good majority of the time you can still engage in/ win the debate without it.

I don't time roadmaps, take a breather and get yourself together.

Speed isn't an issue for me in either event.

Avoid flex prep.

I prefer googledocs to email for evidence sharing (brittanystanchik@gmail.com).

for PF/LD: PLEASE weigh your impacts! It's never done enough and it's the most important part of any debate.

for congress: PLEASE weigh your impacts! It's never done enough, ESPECIALLY in Congress, and it's the most important part of any debate. I youralso wants to reflect your speaking position. If it's early in the round, constructive is great. But after a few cycles, you must have clash. By the end of the debate, I want to see summarization and crystalization.

It's your job as a speaker to be engaging. I will be ranking based on both delivery and speech content. So please slow down, speak fluently, and have fun!