Hey everybody!

I've been a PF debater for five years. I've also judged numerous tournaments and am familiar with most debate jargon and rules.

I don't like to intervene unless absolutely necessary, tell me why you win the ballot. I don't flow crossfire, so if something important comes up, make sure to bring it up in your speeches.

Firstly, and most importantly, I expect DEBATE, so don't be afraid to come across as aggressive or have direct clash. However, MAKE SURE TO ATTACK THE ARGUMENT, NOT THE PERSON!

Secondly, please extend your arguments and weigh. I know it's hard to collapse on certain arguments and make comparisons, but THIS IS ESSENTIAL. I just want to know why A. your main impact outweighs their impact or B. your contention is more likely/their contention is invalid (ex. Our opponent's contention is non-unique because ...)

Thirdly, evidence is very important, but only if you use it right. If you are going to extend a card, tell me what it is, don't just say something like "Our opponent never responded to our ABCD card" and then not tell me why that card is important.

Fourthly, make sure to explain as much as you can to me, because I don't like to assume things in round.

Fifthly, I DON'T CARE ABOUT SPEED, just make it understandable.

Finally, It's okay to be nervous, everybody else is. You've worked really hard for this, just give it your best shot. Don't be discouraged at any point in the round because the tables could turn very quickly.

Good luck everybody :)

PF HS debater

elizabethchung97@gmail.com for email chain

PF

I'm fine w speed

Tech > Truth

be funny, make jokes in speech (i love those and they will get you 30's)

I will disclose my decision and RFD - Post rounding is fine, but don't be rude

in round:

preflow before round

send speech docs if ur going fast

roadmaps are fine, don't make them too long

defense is not sticky

extend through all speeches, if you don't have any offense or defense extended I have nothing to vote off

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE COLLAPSE I DONT WANNA HEAR 50 CLASHING ARGUMENTS IN FINAL

comparative weighing, make it easy for me

please warrant I'm not just gonna believe "fetuses prevent climate change"

don't prep steal, I don't like it

i dont flow cross, do whatever

Evidence

email chains > card docs

send evidence quick, don't speed an eternity finding cards please

evidence indicts should be relevant

if it's messy then I'll check ev and decide

Para is fine for rebuttal onward

Don't micut or miscontrue cards, that's probably bad

Prog

I think disclo is generally good

I prefer O/S over RR

I get stock shells and k's, no tricks

Warranting's huge for me, especially if I don't understand some weird shell or prog arg

tell me how many offs ur gonna run

shells must be introduced right after the violation

For PDA summer camp tournament:

- You should be flowing throughout the round

-YOU SHOULD GIVE THE BACK HALF SPEECHES OFF OF YOUR FLOWS! (I will boost speaks for those who do)

Hi everyone! My name is Leavy (pronounced lee-vee). I debated for Poolesville.

Please add me to the email chain: leavy.hu8@gmail.com

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-Tech > Truth

-Please keep track of your own time. Hold yourself and your opponents accountable.

-Please signpost for me!

-Off-time roadmaps!!

-Don’t misconstrue your evidence.

-Comparatively weigh- ex. not just "our impact is big" but "our impact is bigger b/c x y z"

-Speed is fine, but quality>quantity always. You should collapse in summary!

-2nd rebuttal should frontline 1st offense (at least the turns)

-I don't flow cross. Tell me during your speech if you want me to flow it/extend it.

-Be rude, sexist, racist, homophobic, etc. and I will tank your speaks (so please be nice!!)

-Most importantly: have fun!!

-theory/prog args: not really comfortable evaluating them

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hi my name is anna jhon and I'm currently a sophomore attending WJ!

shoutout to my partner Charles who's also judging at this tournament.

anna.c.jhon@gmail.com for link chain

do's :

• signpost
• spread clearly / no spreading
• COMPARATIVE weighing don't just give me buzzwords.
• frontline in second rebuttal
• extend arguments throughout the backhalf

dont's:

• bring up new in 2nd ff ( abusive)
• don't be rude or anything

finally, have fun! ask me any questions or comments before round!

Hello! I am new to Judging however I have debated for multiple years in PF. I do not mind Theory debate and Kritiks; however, you must debate them well in order for me to vote for them. I like to see weighing in rounds and good flow. I will not vote a ballot for you if you aren't a good sport, (i.e no swearing, verbal abuse, etc.). Talking fast is ok but you have to be clear when speaking, I don't want to hear a bunch of gibberish. Have fun!

I will not evaluate Ks/theory. Do not spread, ESPECIALLY if your opponents are newer debaters. You must be nice and respectful. Have fun!

have fun!

INTRAMURAL: OPEN TO ALL PROG. if you want to make the round interesting, go for it! but make sure u still know how to win

- topic: i am very familiar with the UNSC topic. feel free to run wacky and unique arguments

- what will win you the round: CLEARLY collapsing --> extending a clear link chain & impact --> clear & comparative weighing. write my ballot for me in summary and FF

- EXTEND the arguments that matter most - many good arguments are made in case and rebuttal but are dropped in the back half which makes the round a lot less clear for me

- fill up all your speech time (especially in rebuttal)

- 2nd rebuttal should frontline AND respond to their case

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sherrylin1004@gmail.com, she/her, sophomore at RM

tech > truth to an extent; warranting is necessary + ur args should not be entirely illogical

please make the round fun & also be confident!

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substance:

second rebuttal needs to frontline, new in second summary is iffy

defense is not sticky just extend it (+ i have a pretty low threshold for warranting defense in 1st summary)

i <3 signposting & numbering responses

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prog: (ignore @ intramural)

i like theory (+ love open-source disclosure)

meh with K's - i've hit baudi and queer

don't rlly like tricks (presumption is pretty logical tho)

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don't be any of the -isms

poaks intramural speaks average 29s, usually go up from there

High school policy debate experience for 4 years. I will start on a "Tabla rasa"- blank slate. Your job is make a convincing argument - magnitude is primary, with probability as tiebreaker. Be civil when questioning and presenting. Stay on topic.

Introduction: Greetings, debaters. I am Lavanya Peddibhotla, a proud mother of three teenage kids and a seasoned professional with over 23 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, currently overseeing Biometrics operations in a clinical research company. Debate has been an integral part of my career, teaching me the importance of articulating facts and arguing constructively.

Philosophy: As future leaders, students must master the art of respectful and constructive discourse. Demeaning comments or disrespect towards judges, coaches, or opponents are not welcomed. However, acknowledgment of mistakes and sincere apologies will be appreciated and considered positively. Staying on point and offering meaningful rebuttals are qualities I value in debaters.

Bias Disclosure: While I strive for impartiality, I recognize the influence of my experiences. Rest assured, I will evaluate arguments based on their merits and relevance to the debate.

Argumentation: Debaters should present well-structured arguments supported by relevant evidence. Whether focusing on policy analysis, philosophical principles, or empirical data, clarity and relevance are essential.

Presentation and Style: Effective communication is crucial. Debaters should strive for clarity, coherence, and respectfulness in their presentation. Avoiding demeaning language and maintaining decorum is imperative.

Rebuttals and Clash: I encourage debaters to engage with opposing arguments directly and constructively. Meaningful rebuttals that address the core of opposing points will be rewarded.

Decision-Making Criteria: I will weigh argument strength, impact analysis, strategic depth, and overall persuasiveness. Debaters should prioritize effective weighing of competing arguments and impacts.

Feedback: Expect constructive feedback focused on specific arguments, presentation skills, and strategic choices. Feel free to seek clarification or further insight.

Conclusion: Thank you for your participation. I am here to ensure fairness and provide valuable feedback to help you grow as debaters. Best of luck in the tournament.

Hello,

I am Monali (PhD, Health Economics). I am an enthusiastic parent of a middle school debater. I will look for honest, clear, and concise opinions. Debaters’ mannerism in presenting themselves is important to me. I will give points based on the content, presentation, preparation, organized rebuttals, and background research. I would prefer if the debater can pace themselves and not rush through the content. I can follow a clear speech with decent speed. Speak at a pace that will allow you time to say what you want. Be respectful and sensitive to other team members’ opinions. Use vocabulary that is easily understood with clear diction. And most importantly, learn and have FUN!

i’m flay

have a chill round or don't, but be nice either way

send all evidence

aaron.ftian@gmail.com

i enjoy a good k debate but explain things well

i dislike theory but will vote on it

warrants and extensions are essential

i think ivis are fine

cross is binding

Hey! :)

I'm Surie, RHHS '27 from Maryland.

I do both pf w/ Potomac and speech in school, won a couple of tournaments/speaker awards

I do evaluate on flow, but for me, being convincing is also really important, make sure your tone, posture, etc is all appropriate, be compelling and charismatic ;)

Make sure you're super clear and get your points across, speed doesn't matter if no one can understand you!

No anecdotes in pf, I would rather you give evidence

Don't drop arguments, I'll be flowing!

No false/manipulated evidence please, and make sure that you can pull up all requested evidence quickly; the faster you are, the more organized you seem to me, the more speaks you get.

Not super familiar with prog args, but you can bring them up if need be, just keep in mind I won't analyze it as much, and work harder to make sure your args are clear/persuasive

Weighing is important!

I take cross pretty seriously, be assertive and NEVER ask your opponents if they want a question, the better the questions/responses, the more speaks

Please don't be rude in cross, and no targeting against anyone in the round

please please please weigh in ff

Have good sportsmanship and enjoy! :)