MVHS Running with the Bulls
2020
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LD/ PF Paradigm List
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Ed Atienza
Renaissance HS
None
Nicole Balderson
Bishop Kelly High School
Last changed on
Wed June 10, 2020 at 8:07 AM MST
No spreading, be respectful, please give sign posts :)
Brooke Bennett
Meridian High School
Last changed on
Wed March 11, 2020 at 4:28 PM MDT
Clarity and Warrant
Kevin Boynton
Caldwell HS
None
Kitrina Burgess
Mountain View High School
Last changed on
Fri March 6, 2020 at 5:47 AM MDT
Paradigm for Congressional Debate:
Clear, logical organization
Fresh and unique arguments and refutations that advance the debate
Poised and confident delivery including appropriate voice volume and speed, eye contact with the judge and audience, and demeanor
Observation of parliamentary rule to keep the debate moving in a positive direction
Please be polite and use good manners while in chamber. Correct pronunciation of unfamiliar words is advantageous.
Presiding Officer:
Keep debate moving by recognizing speakers fairly and consistently. Appropriate use of parliamentary procedure issues.
Chris Carlisle
Vallivue High School
Last changed on
Sat April 3, 2021 at 2:26 AM MDT
Debate:
I prefer that you articulate your arguments with intent to persuade me. Therefore, don't spread because I do not find it persuasive.
I do not like off time road maps but I allow them.
I will not time the transfer of evidence but prep time starts once you have the evidence.
Please advance the debate rather than repeat contentions.
I enjoy appropriate clash. I expect civility even in heated cross examination.
I disapprove of tag teaming but I will not score it down unless it becomes too excessive.
In LD I expect the debater will make it very clear how the case upholds the value. I score down when the value debate becomes separate from the evidence based debate and neither support the other in any clear manner.
Speech:
I look for the speaker to make connection with the audience. Points are given when you can create an audience impact through emotion or logic.
In interpretive events and OO I expect very clean and precise blocking.
In extemporaneous and impromptu events I expect structured speeches with a sense of polish despite the short prep time. I will score down if an impromptu speech appears canned or the connection to the selected topic is a stretch.
Michele Carney
Boise HS
None
Blair Christensen
Mountain View High School
8 rounds
Last changed on
Mon October 19, 2020 at 3:50 AM MDT
Logical Progression
I want to see an argument presented then linked with supporting evidence. Effective rebuttal of one's opponent is also key to maintaining one's own arguments. I am less concerned with the lingo of flows: if your counter-argument is persuasive it should speak for itself.
Bradley Collins
Mountain View High School
I'm a tabs judge. I'm good with spreading, but be careful since this is online and it can potential get confusing. If possible, flash the case so I can flow accurately. In general, I'm pretty easy going in terms of how the debate is run, it's your space please use it how you would like. I enjoy both on and off case args -- really I'm good with anything. I think theory is really fun. Other than that, professionalism is classist so you really can do whatever you want in round but don't be mean to your fellow competitors. Debate should be fun --- let's make sure that it is.
Pronouns: He/Him
Any sort of racism, transphobia, sexism, homophobia, classism, or ableism will not be tolerated in round. These things are instant drops and up to the judges discretion. Accessibility is super important and if discourse isn't accessible, then what good is it?
Amber Joslyn
Mountain View High School
None
Johnathan Miel
Vallivue High School
8 rounds
None
George Mullin
Boise HS
None
Rebecca Norris
Meridian High School
None
Sarah Pearce
Boise HS
None
Laura Perkins
Ridgevue HS
8 rounds
Last changed on
Mon January 8, 2024 at 1:18 PM MDT
I was never a competitor.
This is my 6th year judging HS speech and debate and first year as a Coach
I do not like spreading.
LD Debate:
I take framework into consideration, but not as much as arguments.
Policy Debate:
I prefer quality and content over speed. I can usually follow , but I want to understand your argument, not just hear it.
Kritiks are not welcome.
Amber Schulz
Capital HS
8 rounds
None
Mike Spaulding
Mountain View High School
Last changed on
Fri February 3, 2023 at 8:49 AM MDT
Experience: Sixth year judging high school debate ... still just a mom judge.
Paradigm: I'm going to vote on the flow, and clash. Crystallize! Quality is better than Quantity for Voters.
I'm fine with spreading, just make sure I catch your tag lines if you want it on my flow. You can run Theory and/or Kritic to your heart's content. Don't get mad at me if I don't get the point ... it is your job to sell it, I'm not required to buy it.
Stacie Swenwold
Renaissance HS
None
Susan Worst
Wood River HS
Last changed on
Sat January 20, 2024 at 1:13 AM MDT
I was a head coach for 12 years with 13 years of experience in judging debate.
I will judge on the flow, and I am open to most any kind of argument. I am fine with speed, though I find that sometimes people are not as clear as they think they are. I will say CLEAR if you're not clear.
Lots of clash, please. Make sure you are addressing your opponent's arguments in a meaningful way. Impact your drops... Tell why winning the dropped argument gives you the advantage.
In LD, understand, explain, and link to your standards.
Give me thoughtful and well articulated voters.
Good luck!