Be a storyteller in your IE. Captivate me with your words, your use of body language and gestures, and pull me in to your story or speech. Make me want to hear more. I also want a very organized speech. Make sure that I can follow you and know where you are going and what you want me to take away. You should use all of the voice, emotion, and emphasis you need to help me believe in you and what you are saying.

Debate Paradigm:

I am a open book clean slate judge. I come into the round with a blank sheet of paper and it is your job to tell me what to vote at the end of the day and what it means when I sign my ballot. Impact analysis is key for me.

I am not a fan of:

-K Debate

I prefer:

- Organization is key for me If i don't know where you are in the speech or how to put it in the flow It wont end a factor in my decision

Hi, I'm a newer judge and this is my first time judging debate. From what I've learned, big questions is a more conversational type of debate. With that being said, speak slowly and enunciate your words so I can understand you. I like concise, logical arguments. I want to hear voters in your last speech explaining in detail why I should vote for your and what you did that the other side failed to do. Best of luck.