Judge Philosophies
Aleta Matteson - AMHS
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Algeiba Cagabcab - Peninsula
Amy McCormick - Tahoma High
Andrew Buchan - Jefferson
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Andy Stuckey - TAFA
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Andy Sharp - Gig Harbor
Brendan McDavid - Jefferson
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Brian Coyle - Kingston
Cameron McMillan - Peninsula
Carolyn Shaw - CKHS
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Chris Kautsky - THS
Chris Kassler - CKHS
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Christine Alonzo - CKHS
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Claire Ahl - Kingston
Dan Fox - Gig Harbor
David Moore - Kentlake
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Diane Clouser - CKHS
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Donna Squires - Gig Harbor
Gene Raymond - Kingston
Isaiah Parker - Jefferson
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Jackie Argyle - Jefferson
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John Brislin - Kingston
Kerry Bergus - Gig Harbor
Lasica Crane - Kingston
<p>I am the head coach at Kingston High School and have been involved with the program since 2007. In judging LD: I hate speed when it affects your ability to speak clearly. I want to hear what you are claiming and I like to be able to understand and assess what your arguments are. I love philosophy so I don't mind hearing interesting philosophical arguments. I don't hate theory, although I would rather hear you discuss the actual resolution unless there is a compelling reason to run a theory shell. I'm pretty flexible really. Speed is my main annoyance. I like some clash. I pay attention to how you speak. Avoid using filler words. <br /> </p>
Lee Nancarrow - AMHS
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Linda Youngchild - Peninsula
Mary-Kaye Soderlind - Jefferson
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Michelle Whittiker - THS
Mollee Huisinga - Federal Way
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Rick Coovert - Gig Harbor
Sara Hopkins - AMHS
Scott Hess - THS
<p>I expect students to have a well-documented case. Tell me your sources. I want strong authority, recent data, and compelling reasoning. Presenting your own case, however, is only part of the game. Rebuttal of your opponents' case should show strong preparation and arguments supported by equally strong evidence. Finally, good arguments don't occur without clear speaking skills. All speeches must be understandable, flowable, and articulate with good road mapping and impacts.</p>
Scott Mercer - Tahoma High
Sheri Ahlheim - Peninsula
Stan Sidor - Jefferson
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Thomas Karren - Kingston
Tom Wiley - Kingston
<p>I majored in philosophy & math in college. I have 5 years experience judging LD/PuFo & Congress. When it comes to a judging paradigm, I follow my heart.</p>
Tonya Condotta - Jefferson
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