Judge Philosophies
Alex Night - Tourn Judges
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Alexa Kim - ModernBrain
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Alexandra Smith - Tourn Judges
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Anna Shcherbak Scoby - CL
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Anna Feng - ModernBrain
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Carlos Trelles - LYL
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Chloe Tang - ModernBrain
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Chloe Doyle - Tourn Judges
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Daniel Hill - ModernBrain
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Daniel T - LYL
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Dipanjali Suresh - ModernBrain
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Edwin Ramirez - HW
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Geetha Thiagarajan - Velasquez Academy
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Heather Platon - HW
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Hilda Velasquez-Galvez - Velasquez Academy
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Jeff Harkleroad - LYL
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Jiayou Liu - ModernBrain
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Joseline Molina - Velasquez Academy
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Josie Rivera - Velasquez Academy
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Juan Duquesne - Tourn Judges
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Justin Wiley - Mt. Hood CC
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Kalani Luo - ModernBrain
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Kathy Chang - ModernBrain
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Kien Toussaint - ModernBrain
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Lena Patel - IHS
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Luna Hu - ModernBrain
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Mannat Sidhu - Tourn Judges
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Manty Ma - ModernBrain
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Michael Cranshaw - Lawrence Gifted
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Michelle Ramirez - HW
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Millie Subiyanto - Velasquez Academy
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Neetu Bhatia - IHS
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Patrick Sammon - STAHS FTL
**Please add me to the email threads/email chains so I can follow along with the evidence presented: patrick.sammon@aquinas-sta.org
DEBATE:
**Remember that Public Forum Debate is the format of debate that most of the general public can follow and understand.**
I'm a citizen judge who will decide the round on clear, concise arguments from both sides based on the evidence presented. I follow the clock and Regs fully.
Avoid running Kritiks and T. The meat and potatoes of this format of debate is to reach the masses.
Decorum and Behavior: Everyone in the round needs to be respectful and act accordingly. Anything out of acceptable and energetic debate (attacks or backhanded comments on gender, race, etc.), I will throw the round to the other team, end the round, tank your speaks and notify your Coaches.
Spreading: I do not like spreading in PF (or LD). Having the ability to speak at 200 (OR MORE...MANY more) words per minute is a fantastic skill to have, but it doesn't belong in this arena. You are not the famous fast talker John Moschitta, Jr.. You have your Constructive speeches and adequate time to lay out your cases. People (opponents and judges, as well as any spectators in the gallery) need to understand everything you say and the evidence that you reference in order to follow.
During the rounds, please be sure to speak clearly. Be respectful to everyone in the round/on the 'call.' Even though this is a competitive event, we are still in the educational orbit. Use these tournaments as learning experiences and opportunities to further work at your craft.
Last but not least, please have fun and enjoy this experience! GOOD LUCK!
If my judging strategy doesn't match what your team is looking for, please feel free to STRIKE ME. I won't take it personally. Everyone has their tastes and are entitled to them - especially in tournaments where you have say in your judge panels. Take advantage of the benefit! :)
SPEECH:
Remember to relax, have fun and enjoy the experience!
Rachel Alarcon - HW
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Robert Montgomery - CSUF
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Saujanya Vemuri - ModernBrain
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Seiko Takizawa - ModernBrain
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Sofia Jackson - ModernBrain
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Travis Cornett - Tourn Judges
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Veronica Galvez - Velasquez Academy
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Wenqi Yang - ModernBrain
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Yaminah Legohn - HW
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Yu Liu - ModernBrain
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YuQiao Shao - ModernBrain
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