Sophomore Throw-Down Details

The Sophomore Throw-Down

The Throw-Down is a round-robin style event for sophomore debaters. Historically, many of our Throw-Down entries have gone on to active and successful careers at the highest level of national debate. The event is intended to give younger debaters an opportunity to get to know their peers and to compete in a collegial and challenging environment.

The Throw-Down takes place on the Friday before the Mid America Cup. This year, that date is Friday, September 22.

Nominating Process

To nominate a student for the Throw-Down, simply put them on the Wait List for the Throw-Down event. We will evaluate all students waitlisted and let in those nominations we accept on a rolling basis.

No nomination letter is required, but if you wish to submit information about a student's competitive experience, feel free to email it to Dave McGinnis at mcgin029@gmail.com

Fees

The fee for the Throw-Down is $120.

You do not have to pay the fee for the Sophomore Throw-Down until your entry is accepted into the event. If you include payment for a Throw-Down entry that doesnotget accepted into the event, we will refund that payment to your institution.

Judging Requirement

Each schoolmustprovide one judge for each Throw-Down entry. We willnotbe providing hired judges for this event.