Saints Classic XXVII
2025 — Ridgeland, MS/US
Policy Debate
Event Description:
Resolved: The United States federal government should substantially increase its protection of water resources in the United States.
POLICY DEBATE
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Four preliminary rounds will determine breaks to elimination rounds, depending on the number of entries and pace of the tournament.
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The debate will follow the standard 8-3-8-3-8-3-8-3-5-5-5-5 format with open or closed cross-examination dependent on judge preference.
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Each team will have eight minutes of prep time to use as they wish.
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The Saints Classic does allow for disclosure and oral critique, but please respect the timeline of the tournament and keep it brief.
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Internet-connected laptop computers and tablet devices may be used by debaters, but may not be used to receive information for competitive advantage from non-competitors (coaches, assistant coaches, teammates, other students, etc.) inside or outside of the room in which the competition occurs. Host sites have no obligation to guarantee internet access to competitors.