Howdy All,

We started hosting a novice end of the year competition several years ago. Then we expanded and invited everyone from RRISD. Then a few year later we invited the country in the virtual world. This year we bring it back to anyone who would like to come to Westwood in Austin TX or compete virtual..

You will notice that there is a $6 per student charge. This fee is simply to cover the tabroom and virtual cost, so if you would really like to bring kids but cannot pull off the money please reach out.

This tournament is open to anyone finishing up their first year of competition. On our campus we have novice debater draft varsity debaters to become their coaches. You can use whatever structure you would like, this is our method and the kiddos love it.

STIPULATION

1. Full disclosure before the tournament. You can find a spreadsheet here. We ask that all teams disclose as quickly as possible. We require disclosure by Wednesday noon the week of the tournament. In PF specifically we expect all team to have cards to back up evidence not simply whole PDF of articles.
2. Cover your judge obligations with your varsity students. If you have more novices than varsity members reach out. I am sure we can help resolve that issue for you.

If you have questions reach out - the goal is good solid competition and fun for our newbies.

Sincerely

DH Henderson