I began debating PF (and Parliamentary on occasion) in 2014 for my high school debate team, during that time I competed in regional and national tournaments as a part of New York City Urban Debate League. Since then I’ve worked in debate education with NYCUDL, where I coach multiple forms of debate and assist in tournament administration.

When judging I focus on presentation as well as arguments. I look for clear, concise arguments with claims, warrants and evidence— frameworks are encouraged. From a teaching perspective, the debate should be understandable to non-debaters and debaters alike. Please don’t speak too fast. I enjoy evidence comparison and weighing, this is vital for my judging style. As a debater, you should focus on convincing me why to vote for you. Explain the impact, contextualize, extend it and crystallize why it matters over your opponents.

Most importantly, debate should be fun for all: keep the round respectful, ethical and appropriate.