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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.