Welcome to the 2027 NPDA Championship Tournament, hosted by the University of the Pacific on March 7th-10 in Stockton, CA. The tournament will feature 6 preliminary rounds of competition, with all teams earning a winning record advancing to single-elimination debates. We anticipate another fine weekend of competition, culminating with the awarding of the 2027 national championships. 

ENTRY DEADLINE: Monday, February 22nd. The following items are due:
-- Entry (team & judge names)
-- Fees (paid online or by check)
-- Student Eligibility forms (emailed to the tournament director)
-- Critic Certification (emailed to the tournament director)
-- Judge Philosophies (submitted to FTN)
-- Responsibility form (emailed to the tournament director)
-- Title IX Training (emailed to the NPDA President)

STRIKES ENABLED: Friday, March 5th. 

IN-PERSON REGISTRATION: Sunday, March 7th
-- Finalize & submit strikes
-- Submit ADA accommodations
-- Complete in-person registration

TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE OVERVIEW

Sunday, March 7th: Registration, Opening Ceremony, Title IX Briefing, Business Meeting
Monday, March 8th: Preliminary Rounds 1-4
Tuesday, March 9th: Preliminary Rounds 5-6, Double Octofinals, Octofinals & Quarterfinals
Wednesday, March 10th: Semifinals, Finals & Awards Ceremony

The Tournament Announcements Document will have all of the important information that you will need during the tournament.