Hi, my name is Isabelle Bennette. I've competed and judged in Individual Events, Public Forum, and Congress.

I prefer a polite debate/speech space.

For debaters, time yourself. Speed is not a factor in my decision. Have sources for all content and do not purposely misinterpret your opponent's arguments. Impacts are the most important element of your case. Signpost everything.

For speakers, try your best to enunciate, use hand motions, and make eye contact. For dramatic speeches (Prose/Poetry, Duo, POI, HI, DI, etc.), I want to see and experience strong emotion. For informational speeches (Extemp, OO, etc.) try to include humor, speak clearly and conversationally.

Best of luck to all of you! I will try my best to be a fair judge.

My judging philosophy is very short. Its your debate, not mine. Stay organized and tell me where and why to vote (signpost plz). Speak clearly. Speed is not an issue for me, but do not sacrifice clarity. Write my ballot for me.

I am a 4th year parent judge. I have now judged policy and PF about equally and some LD. I strongly evaluate the framework debate. Please make sure your arguments are backed with evidence and clear logic. Also make sure your voters and impacts are clear during the round. If you are speaking too fast, I will let you know. I dislike performance Ks.

I come from a traditional circuit, so I evaluate on a voting issues basis. For the affirmative, try to defend your entire plan because I don’t buy into kicking out of your advantages.

For the negative, if you want to refute the affirmative case, have evidence to back up your arguments.

Make your links clear, so I can follow your train of thought. I want to understand the chain of events that would lead to big stick impacts.

Please be respectful to your opponents as it is reflected in your speaker points.

Online debate: I will unmute and let you know if I cannot clearly hear what you are saying. Feel free to use NSDA file share.