Grey Matter Invitational at Cary Academy
2024
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Cary,
NC/US
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Katelyn Barr
Cumberland Polytechnic High School
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Madison Boswell
Cumberland Polytechnic High School
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Sat March 23, 2024 at 10:56 AM EDT
I like a nicely structured debate. Making the framework and definitions clear is important. However, I do not like for this to carry on. Make the structure clear and move on. You should not still be debating what the framework is in your last rebuttals.
I look for quality sources, not quantity
Debates that build off each other are the best. Don't debate at me, debate with your opponent.
I also look for speaking style. Since I am primarily a speech judge, I take speaking skills into account. Mumbling, speaking monotonously, over using hand movements, and stumbling will rank you lower.
Lastly, I just want the argument to make sense. Don't give me a convoluted, overly complex argument. Make it make sense.
Anna Caswell
Massey Hill Classical High School
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Kevin Ferris
Northwest Guilford High School
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Mon February 12, 2024 at 2:37 PM EDT
NSDA endorsed speech coach.
For speech: I view judging speech events the same way that I view casting a play or musical. I have a problem: determining who is the best competitor in the event. The competitors have the solution. Be confident. Make a choice - even if it's not a great one. Present the best of yourself and your skills in that moment. Much like theatre, I want to see a well rehearsed piece with the "illusion of the first time."
I will strive to provide you with positives and areas for improvement.
For debate, I am looking for a clear, logical argument and line of reasoning, well supported with unquestionable sources. Deliver with the skills and confidence of a speech competitor. Solid counterarguments and a good defense/response to questioning moves you ahead in the rankings.
David Gorman
Pine Forest High School
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Cole Holden
Cumberland Polytechnic High School
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Kristen Hurtado
Cumberland Polytechnic High School
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Stephanie Karnes
Cumberland Polytechnic High School
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Regina Kuliyev
Cumberland International Early College High School
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Jamie Warfle
Cumberland International Early College High School
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Sat September 28, 2024 at 4:30 AM EDT
This is my second year judging speech and debate, but I have enjoyed every minute of it and I hope you will to!
Please speak clearly and present your case in an understandable manner.
If you would like any time signals please let me know before you speak otherwise I will time you from your first word.