GGSA Debate 1
2021
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NSDA Campus,
CA/US
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Andrew Anagnost
Miramonte High School
Last changed on
Sat November 14, 2020 at 9:15 AM PDT
I operate from the perspective that the role of the debaters is not to demonstrate how much they know about the subject, but to make their arguments clear and understandable to the judge and their competitors. If you talk too fast, to try and cram in too much information, it's likely I won't understand what you are trying to tell me. Focus on a few key points and support them with only as many facts as are needed.
When rebutting, restate your key points and target the weakest points of your opponent. Convince me you deserve to win by making sure I understand what your position is and how you will defend.
I promise I will give a lot of feedback.
Bret Balonick
Miramonte High School
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Last changed on
Fri January 26, 2024 at 1:11 PM PDT
I'm a parent judge with over four years of experiencing judging speech and debate. For debate, I value argumentation more than delivery, but please signpost and make your arguments relatively easy to understand. I don't understand theory, Ks, topicality, or any of that, so please don't run that. Above all, be respectful and have fun!
Gokul Donthi
James Logan High School
Last changed on
Fri September 18, 2020 at 3:03 PM PDT
Hello,
I've been judging since 2018 for the various speech and debate events. I look for clearly articulating of facts and delivering with confidence and poise. Presentation counts a lot that includes clarity, eye contact, movements and also in good participation in the debate sections.
Be respectful of the judges and other participants. Please do make best use of the time.
Enjoy, Be Strong & Good Luck!
SUMIT GANDHI
Monte Vista
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Magnus Johansson
Monte Vista
Last changed on
Thu January 14, 2021 at 10:00 AM PDT
I am a parent judge with a few years of judge experience.
This is a debate, so feel free to run what you like as long as you can defend your arguments. Please remember that I can only assess what I understand so focus on clarity in your speech and arguments. Make clear transitions, point out flaws and tell me how to weigh impacts. Tell me how and why you are winning.
Be respectful and have fun. Happy debating!
Deepti Kalsi
College Prep
Last changed on
Fri January 19, 2024 at 6:10 PM PDT
Former Policy debator
Frequently judge in both speech and debate events (judging as of 2017).
In events involving cross-x, fine with rapid fire style of questioning so long as it's civil and not rude.
For Debate events, particularly PoFo and Policy, tend to vote based on Topicality. Flow judge, ok with spreading (though can be problematic with virtual tournaments if bandwidth/audio gets choppy).
For I.E. Speech events, determine rankings based on overall cohesiveness of supporting arguments, clear layout and roadmap, body language, facial expressions, pacing of speech, vocal tonal variation, and delivery. For OO/Duo Interp, clear transitions and being able to follow performer(s) interpretation of piece, along with all other criteria listed above for I.E.
Wing Hong Lung
Monte Vista
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Latika Malkani
Miramonte High School
Last changed on
Sat March 6, 2021 at 4:56 AM PDT
Parent judge. Fifth year judging; Fourth year judging PuFo. I take judging seriously and try to include detailed notes in my ballots and to issue RFD based on what I'm able to flow. I do not consider anything not raised in the debate. I appreciate a roadmap & solid organization. Typical PuFo speed of speech is fine, but if you talk too fast, then I may be unable to follow your arguments--please no spreading or very fast speech. Thank you!
Murali Mareedu
James Logan High School
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Aarati Sawhney
Monte Vista
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Priya Venkataraman
James Logan High School
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Sowjanya Vutukur
James Logan High School
Last changed on
Thu February 8, 2024 at 9:05 AM PDT
Debate- This is my third year judging. I am well informed and have done my homework so as to judge fairly and effectively.
-Speak with clarity and at a reasonable pace so that I can take notes.
-I look for effective presentation, organization and strong evidence.
Speech- Not judged too may tournaments but familiarizing myself with the various platforms of speech. I look for effective presentation, body language and facial expressions.
Best Wishes!!
David Wallach
Miramonte High School
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Feng Yuan
Miramonte High School
Last changed on
Sun March 1, 2020 at 6:32 AM PDT
I am a lay judge with five years of combined Parli and PF judging experience.
Preferences:
- Be polite, especially in cross. Don't shout at each other, please.
- Speak clearly. Don't spread.
- Take the time to explain complex arguments.
Good luck!
Victor Yuan
Monte Vista
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