21 Century Debate Institution

Concordia Invitational #3 (Jan 20)
2024-01-20 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Online Meeting (8×8), California
Concordia University Invitational (Part 3)
They are hosting a “full” debate event… [Event Invitation/Details].
Date (Los Angeles): Saturday, January 20, 2024.
Time (Pacific Time): Saturday, 3:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Location (not Zoom!): An online event hosted by Concordia University (using 8×8).
Events: “Public Forum Debate” (All grades).
Divisions: This event is “open” (no novice division).
Topic (NSDA): Resolved: The U.S. federal government should ban single-use plastics. [Research Page]
Prizes: Certificates (excellent quality) will be sent via email.
Cost: $0.00 per person.

Tournament Schedule
Pacific Time
Eastern Time
Beijing Time

January 20th
January 20th
January 21st

Debater Check-In
3:30 PM
6:30 PM
7:30 AM

Round 1 Pairings
3:40 PM
6:40 PM
7:40 AM

Round 1 Debates Start
3:45 PM
6:45 PM
7:45 AM

Round 2 Pairing
4:45 PM
7:45 PM
8:45 AM

Round 2 Debates Start
4:50 PM
7:50 PM
8:50 AM

Round 3 Pairings
5:50 PM
8:50 PM
9:50 AM

Round 3 Debates Start
5:55 PM
8:55 PM
9:55 AM

Round 4 Pairing
6:55 PM
9:55 PM
10:55 AM

Round 4 Debates Start
7:00 PM
10:00 PM
11:00 AM

AWARDS CEREMONY
8:00 PM
11:00 PM
12:00 PM

For more information, please contact me:
Bill Eddy (billeddy@gmail.com).
TOURNAMENT REGISTRATION
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Snow Globe Debates (Dec 2024)
2023-12-16 17:00 - 21:00 | Zoom
Welcome to the “Snow Globe” Debates

We are hosting an online debate event…
Date: Saturday, December 16, 2023 (Sunday, Dec 18th in China/Korea).
Time (Pacific): Saturday, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. / Time (Eastern): Saturday, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Time (China): Sunday, 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. / Time (Korea): Sunday, 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Location (Online): We will use a “Zoom” meeting (details = see below!).

Event Details (PDF): This event requires no experience, we are doing this for fun and a little bit of recognition for excellence. We will have 3 full debates and lots of crossfires. People can participate as debaters, judges, and/or observers. We still need judges of all experience levels, including beginners. This event also has some free options so that everyone can enjoy some debating. This should be considered a low-stress, enjoyable way to compete and build our skills. Parents are welcome! Volunteerism is encouraged (letters of appreciation & service hours) are available.
Events: Public Forum Debate (PDF).
Divisions (Open): 4-6th, & 7-9th.
Topic (Skills): Mandatory National Service. [Research]. <– Crossfires only!
Topic (PF): On balance, Forgiveness of All Federal Student Loan Debt would be desirable. [Research].
PRIZES: We will have a prize (medallions) for the Top Teams, Top Speakers, and the Crossfire Champions*.
COST: $20.00 per person (*Crossfires = Free).

For more information, please contact the tournament organizer:
Bill Eddy aka “Coach Bill” (billeddy@21stcenturydebate.org).
Cellular = +1.714.655.8135
Zoom Information (pw: [REDACTED] [Click Here].
Tentative Schedule (Saturday, December 16, 2023):
[These times are listed as US, Pacific – ex. Los Angeles]
2:00 PM to 2:10 PM = Orientation for both Competitors and Judges: [Video].
[Public Forum Debate: Student Loan Forgiveness]: [Public Forum Debate Ballot].
2:15 PM to 3:10 PM = PF Debate Round 1 [Posting: Round 1]
3:20 PM to 4:15 PM = PF Debate Round 2 [Posting: Round 2]
4:25 PM to 5:20 PM = PF Debate Round 3 [Posting: Round 3]
[Crossfire Champions: All grades!]: [“Crossfire Champions” Ballot].
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM = Crossfire Champions.
Topic(s): Mandatory National Service or Student Loan Forgiveness.
PLEASE REGISTER HERE
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Snow Globe Debates (Dec 2023)
2023-12-16 17:00 - 21:00 | Zoom

Concordia Invitational #2 (Dec 2023)
2023-12-08 19:00 - 22:00 | Online Meeting (8×8), California
Concordia University Invitational (Part 2)
They are hosting a “full” debate event… [Event Invitation/Details].
Date: Friday, December 8, 2023.
Time (Eastern): 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Location (not Zoom!): An online event hosted by Concordia University (using 8×8).
Events: “Public Forum Debate” (All grades).
Divisions: This event is “open” (no novice division).
Topic (NSDA): The United States federal government should forgive all federal student loan debt. [Research].
Prizes: Certificates (excellent quality) will be sent via email.
Cost: $0.00 per person.
For more information, please contact me:
Bill Eddy (billeddy@21stcenturydebate.org).
PLEASE REGISTER HERE
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TOC Digital Series #1 (Dec 2023)
2023-12-01 | NSDA Classroom, DC, United States
TOC Digital Series #1 (University of Kentucky)
They are hosting a “full” online debate event… [Invitation]. [Schedule].
Dates (Los Angeles): Friday, December 1, 2023 to Sunday, December 3, 2023.
Time (Pacific): Friday, 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturday (& Sunday*), 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
*Sunday is only for those advancing to the elimination rounds.
Location (NSDA Classroom**): An online event hosted by the University of Kentucky.
**Requires a “Tabroom.com” account. [Tabroom.com].
Events: “Public Forum Debate” (Grades 6-12).
Divisions: Open (Also… “Rising Stars” for newer debaters with 2 years or less experience).
Topic: The U.S. federal government should forgive all federal student loan debt. [Research].
Prizes: Certificates (excellent quality) will be sent via email.
Cost: To Be Determined (T.B.D.).
For more information, please contact:
Jesse Kim (director@magnetacademy.com).
Bill Eddy (billeddy@gmail.com).
PLEASE REGISTER HERE
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Dunbar Invitational (Nov 2023)
2023-11-18 08:00 - 17:00 | University of Kentucky, 410 Administration Dr., Lexington, KY, 40506, United States
Dunbar High School Debate Invitational
They are hosting a “full” debate event… [Event Invitation/Details] & [Invite (PDF)].
Date: Saturday, November 18, 2023
Time (Eastern): Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Location (Lexington, KY): An in-person event at the University of Kentucky.
Events: “Public Forum Debate” event for high school students (middle school will face high school competitors).
Divisions: Experienced and inexperienced will be divided accordingly (based on the number of entries).
Topic (NSDA): The United States federal government should forgive all federal student loan debt. [Research].
Prizes: They will offer prizes for the top performances.
Cost: ??? per person.
Important: We will need some parent volunteers to act as judges.
For more information, please contact me:
Bill Eddy (billeddy@21stcenturydebate.org).
PLEASE REGISTER HERE
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Concordia Invitational #1 (Nov 2023)
2023-11-17 19:00 - 22:00 | Online Meeting (8×8), California
Concordia University Invitational (Part 1)
They are hosting a “full” debate event… [Event Invitation/Details].
Date: Friday, November 17, 2023.
Time (Eastern): Friday, 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Location (not Zoom!): An online event hosted by Concordia University (using 8×8).
Events: “Public Forum Debate” (All grades).
Divisions: This event is “open” (no novice division).
Topic (NSDA): The United States federal government should forgive all federal student loan debt. [Research].
Prizes: Certificates (excellent quality) will be sent via email.
Cost: $0.00 per person.
For more information, please contact me:
Bill Eddy (billeddy@21stcenturydebate.org).
PLEASE REGISTER HERE
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Wyatt Debate League (Nov 2023)
2023-11-04 07:30 - 18:00 | Louisville, KY
Wyatt Debate League (Nov 4, 2023)
They are hosting an “in-person” debate event… [Invitation/Details] & [Registration].

Day/Date: Saturday, November 4, 2023
Time: 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Location: Meyzeek Middle School (Louisville, KY).
Tabroom.com (Link): https://www.tabroom.com/user/enter/entry.mhtml?school_id=637687
Debate Events: Public Forum Debate (Novice, JV, & Varsity).
Public Forum (NSDA): The United States federal government should forgive all federal student loan debt.
Prizes: We (and they) will offer prizes (medallions) for the top performances.
Event Requirements:
1.) All attendees (Competitors and judges) must have an active Tabroom.com account.
2.) We must provide adult volunteer judges (or varsity students, grades 11-12, with experience).
3.) We must have a parent chaperone to remain for the entire event.
Cost: $5.00-$20 per person depending on how many volunteers we have (our cost might be $0.00).
SCHEDULE (Eastern Time): Public Forum
07:45 AM Check-in.
08:00 AM Round 1.
09:30 AM Round 2.
11:00 AM Round 3.
12:00 PM Lunch.
01:00 PM Round 4.
02:15 PM Round 5.
03:30 PM Semifinals.
04:30 PM Awards.
05*:00 PM Finals
(*Time is approximate).
For more information, please contact me:
Bill Eddy (billeddy@21stcenturydebate.org)

Great Pumpkin Debates (Oct 2023)
2023-10-28 17:00 - 21:00 | Zoom
21st Century Debate Online Event (All Grades)
We are hosting a “skills” debate event… [Event Invitation/Details (PDF)]. [RESULTS]
Date: Saturday, October 28, 2023 (US, Eastern & Pacific).
Time (Eastern): Saturday, 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Time (Pacific): Saturday, 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
This event does not require any experience, we are doing it to build our skills and to have some fun. We need judges of all experience levels, including beginners. Students can attend as an observer, a judge, or as a competitor. Anyone grades 1-12, can attend and can join the costume event.
Skills debaters will use the following topic: “Self-Driving Vehicles in the U.S. are desirable“. [Research]
Public Forum Topic (NSDA*): “Increased U.S. Militarization of the Arctic is desirable“. [Research]
*The United States federal government should substantially increase its military presence in the Arctic.
“Skills” Debate: Each debater chooses a partner or will have a partner assigned to them on the day of the event. No prior experience is required. Each speaker from each team (two students per team) will present one argument (each argument must be different!). After a few minutes of preparation time, each speaker will refute one of the opposing team’s arguments. After a minute of preparation time, there will be a three-minute “crossfire” that will conclude the debate.

Events: “Skills” Debate (grades 1-3, 4-6, & 7-9), Public Forum Debate (grades 4-6, 7-9, & 10-12), Crossfire Champions (all grades), & Costume Event (all grades).
Divisions: Experienced and inexperienced will be divided accordingly (based on the number of entries).
IMPORTANT: We would like to have debaters/judges wearing costumes (costumes are optional) and participate in a costume contest as well. We need judges for this too! 🙂
PRIZES: We will have prizes (medallions) for some of the top performances. The number of awards depends on the number of people who sign up.
For more information, please contact the tournament organizer:
Bill Eddy (billeddy@21stcenturydebate.org).
COST: $20.00 per person.
Tentative Schedule (Saturday, October 28, 2023):
[All times are for US, Eastern]
5:00 PM to 5:15 PM = Orientation [Orientation (All)] & [Judge Training].
[Skills Debate: Self-Driving Vehicles (SKILLS BALLOT)].
5:25 PM to 5:55 PM = Skills Debate Round 1 [Posting: Round 1].
6:00 PM to 6:25 PM = Skills Debate Round 2 [Posting: Round 2].
6:30 PM to 6:55 PM = Skills Debate Round 3 [Posting: Round 3].
[Public Forum Debate: Arctic Militarization (PF BALLOT)]
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM = Public Forum Round 1 [Posting: Round 1].
6:35 PM to 7:35 PM = Public Forum Round 2 [Posting: Round 2].
8:00 PM to 8:55 PM = Public Forum Round 3* [Posting: Round 3].
*Depending on the event remaining on schedule.
[‘Crossfire Only’ Event: All grades! (CROSSFIRE BALLOT)].
7:00 PM to 8:45 PM = Crossfire Champions.
[Costume Event: All grades! (COSTUME BALLOT)].
7:00 PM to 7:55 PM = Costume Contest.

Speak of the Devil (HCHS, Oct 21st)
2023-10-21 08:00 - 17:00 | NSDA Classroom, DC, United States
Henry Clay High School Debate Tournament [CANCELLED]
They are hosting a “full” debate event… [Event Invitation/Details = Cancelled!] & [Registration Form]*.
*This form tells us you wish to attend but it is not a commitment (An active tabroom.com account is required).
Date: Saturday, October 21, 2023 (Sunday, October 22nd in China/Korea).
Time (Eastern): Saturday, 8:00 am to 5:00 am (<– this is just a prediction).
Location (Kentucky): This is an “online” event.
Events: This event will offer “Public Forum Debate” event for high school students (middle school debaters will have to face high school and middle school competitors). The official invitation has not yet been released.
Public Forum topic (NSDA): “Increased U.S. Militarization of the Arctic is desirable“. [Research]
Public Forum Debate: [EXPLAINER (VIDEO)], [EVENT DESCRIPTION (PDF)] & [FORMS (PDF)].
Divisions: Experienced and inexperienced will be divided accordingly (based on the number of entries).
Prizes: We (and they) will offer prizes (medallions) for the top performances.
Cost: ??? per person.
Important: We will need some parent volunteers to act as judges. [Judge Training/Update = Later!].
For more information, please contact me:
Bill Eddy (billeddy@21stcenturydebate.org)

Concordia Invitational (June 10, 2023)
2023-06-10 20:00 - 23:00 | California
CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY INVITATIONAL
They are hosting a “public forum” debate event
Please read the following to learn more…
Date: Saturday, June 10, 2023
Time (US, Pacific): Saturday, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
Time (US, Eastern): Saturday, 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm.
Time (Korea): Sunday, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.
Tournament (FTN): https://forensicstournament.net/goldeneagle/23/results.
RESULTS: [Video], [XLS], [Speakers (PDF)], & [Teams (PDF)].
DETAILS: This event requires no prior debate experience we develop our skills and gain a little recognition for excellence along the way. We are scheduling three rounds of debate. Participate as a debater or an observer. This event is free. Anyone in grades 3rd-8th can compete (Grade 2 with permission).
IMPORTANT: This event uses the Public Forum debate format.
Public Forum Debate “How to” (Video/PDF): [Video], & [PDF].
PF Debate “Demonstration Debate” (DebateUS!): HERE.

Topic: The U.S. Government should ban the collection of personal data through biometric recognition technology.
[Evidence (Original)] [Evidence (Extras)] [Sample Arguments] [Sample Rebuttals] [Sample Rejoinders] [Sample Voting Issues]

Divisions: Grades 2-6th, and 6-8th.
Schedule (Eastern Time): We will be using a ‘fixed’ schedule for these debates (punctuality is required). 🙂
Orientation: 07:30 pm = [LINK]. <–later!
08:00 pm to 08:45 pm: Round 1
09:00 pm to 09:45 pm: Round 2
10:00 pm to 10:45 pm: Round 3
After 11:00 pm: Awards (we can send you a link, so you can get to sleep).

Schedule (Pacific Time): We will be using a ‘fixed’ schedule for these debates (punctuality is required). 🙂
Orientation: 07:30 pm = [LINK]. <–later!
05:00 pm to 05:45 pm: Round 1
06:00 pm to 06:45 pm: Round 2
07:00 pm to 07:45 pm: Round 3
After 8:00 pm: Awards (we can send you a link, so you can get to sleep).
PRIZES: We will have a prize (medallions) for the top teams and top speakers.
For more information, please contact:
Bill Eddy aka “Coach Bill”
billeddy@21stcenturydebate.org
COST: $0.00 per person (free).

Concordia Invitational (May 2023)
2023-05-20 20:00 - 23:00 | California
CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY INVITATIONAL

They are hosting a “public forum” debate event
Please read the following to learn more…
Date: Saturday, May 20, 2023
Time (US, Pacific): Saturday, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
Time (US, Eastern): Saturday, 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm.
Time (Korea): Sunday, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.
Results: Click Here.
DETAILS: This event requires no prior debate experience, we develop our skills and gain a little recognition for excellence along the way. We are scheduling three full rounds of debate. Participate as a debater or an observer. This event is free. Anyone in grades 3rd-8th can compete.
IMPORTANT: This event uses the Public Forum Debate format.
PF Debate “How to” (Video): HERE.
PF Debate Explained (PDF): HERE.
PF Debate “Topic Lecture” Video (Champion Briefs): HERE.
PF Debate “Topic Lecture” Video (Debate Track): HERE.
PF Debate “Demonstration” Video (DebateUS): HERE.

The U.S. Government should ban the collection of personal data through biometric recognition technology.
[Evidence] [Evidence (Extras)] [Sample Arguments] [Sample Rebuttals] [Sample Rejoinders] [Sample Voting Issues]

Divisions: Grades 2-6th, and 6-8th.
Schedule (Eastern Time): We will be using a ‘fixed’ schedule for these debates (punctuality is required). 🙂
Orientation: 07:30 pm = [LINK]
08:00 pm to 08:45 pm: Round 1
08:45 pm to 09:30 pm: Round 2
09:30 pm to 10:15 pm: Round 3
10:15 pm to 11:00 pm: Round 4
After 11:00 pm: Awards (we can send you a link, so you can get to sleep).

Schedule (Pacific Time): We will be using a ‘fixed’ schedule for these debates (punctuality is required). 🙂
Orientation: 04:30 pm = [LINK]
05:00 pm to 05:45 pm: Round 1
05:45 pm to 06:30 pm: Round 2
06:30 pm to 07:15 pm: Round 3
07:15 pm to 8:00 pm: Round 4
After 8:00 pm: Awards (we can send you a link).
PRIZES: We will have a prize (medallions) for the top teams and top speakers.
For more information, please contact:
Bill Eddy aka “Coach Bill”
billeddy@21stcenturydebate.org
(+1) 714/655-8135
COST: $0.00 per person (free).

"PF" Debate Championship (May 2023)
2023-05-06 16:00 - 21:00 | Zoom Meeting, 172 Streamwood, Irvine, CA, 92620, United States
21st Century “PF” Debate Championship (Grades 4-9th)

We are hosting a “skills” debate event… to learn more, please read the information below…
Date: Saturday, April 29, 2023.
Time (U.S., Eastern): Saturday, 5:00-9:00 pm.
Time (U.S., Pacific): Saturday, 2:00-6:00 pm.
Location: Online (using Zoom) – This information is found on your homework page.
Results Here (Later!*): RESULTS.
*Judges have not sent the scores to me. Waiting on more than half the judges to send me the email.
DETAILS: This event requires no experience, we develop skills and gain a little recognition for excellent results. We are scheduling four full debates along with the crossfire event. Participate as a debater, judge, and/or observer. We need judges of all experience levels, including beginners. This event is low-cost and open to everyone. Anyone in grades 4th-9th can compete. Volunteerism is encouraged (letters for service hours) are available.
IMPORTANT: This event uses the Public Forum Debate format.
PF Debate “How to” (Video): HERE.
PF Debate Explained (PDF): HERE.
PF Debate “Topic Lecture” Video (Debate Track): HERE.
PF Debate “Demonstration” Video (DebateUS): HERE.

Topic: The U.S. Government should ban the collection of personal data through biometric recognition technology.
[Evidence] [Evidence (Extras)] [Sample Arguments] [Sample Rebuttals]* [Sample Rejoinders] [Sample Voting Issues]
*Sample Outlines cover the cases. For rebuttals, please use the evidence packet(s) and 4-step Refutation.
Divisions: Grades 6th-9th (Grade 4-5 students can choose to participate).
Student Orientation: Video (10 min).
Judge Orientation: Video (13 min).
Debate Ballots = [PF Debate] & [Crossfire Only].
Schedule (Eastern Time): We will be using a ‘fixed’ schedule for these debates.
Orientation: 4:45 pm = Required Videos for all Judges/Competitors.
5:10 pm to 6:10 pm: Round 1 [Round 1]
6:15 pm to 7:15 pm: Round 2 [Round 2]
7:20 pm to 8:20 pm: Round 3 [Round 3]
8:30 pm to 9:00 pm: Awards

PRIZES: We will have a prize (trophies and medallions) for the top teams, top speakers, and possibly the top crossfire debaters.
For more information, please contact the tournament organizer:
Bill Eddy aka “Coach Bill”
billeddy@21stcenturydebate.org
COST: $10.00 per person (Only competitors pay the $10 fee).

"Skills" Debate Championship (2023)
2023-04-29 17:00 - 21:00 | California
21st Century “Skills” Debate Championship (Grades 4-9th)

We are hosting a “skills” debate event… to learn more, please read the information below…
Date: Saturday, April 29, 2023 (Sunday, April 30th in Korea).
Time (US, Eastern): Saturday, 5:00-9:00 PM.
Time (US, Pacific): Saturday, 2:00-6:00 PM.
Time (Korea/Asia): Sunday, 6:00-10:00 AM.
Location: Online (using Zoom – same information as before).
ORIENTATION VIDEOS (ALL) = See “Schedule” Below.
RESULTS: [HERE]
DETAILS (PDF): This event requires no experience, we develop skills and gain a little recognition for excellent results. We are scheduling four full debates along with the crossfire event. Participate as a debater, judge, and/or observer. We need judges of all experience levels, including beginners. This event is low-cost and open to everyone. Anyone in grades 4th-9th can compete. Volunteerism is encouraged (letters for service hours) are available.

This event adds the following changes… An extra speech = Voting Issues (after the crossfire!). The ballots will be changed slightly to reflect these changes.
Topic: “On-Balance, boycotting the ‘Fast Fashion’ industry would be desirable“.
[Event Guidelines] [Research Page] [Evidence Packet] [Sample Outlines]* (*Done!)
“21st Century Skills” Debate: Each debater chooses their own partner, or has a partner assigned at the event. No prior experience in public speaking or debate is required. This event is open to the public, so anyone may participate. Each speaker from each team (two students per team) will present one argument. After two minutes of preparation time, each speaker will refute one of the opposing team’s arguments. After another two minutes of prep time, each speaker will defend their argument (a rejoinder speech). A three-minute “crossfire,” will occur after the rejoinder speeches. Then there will be a final two minutes of preparation time, followed by a “voting issues” speech lasting one minute per person. This will end the debate. After the debate, judges will provide feedback (but not disclose the winning team).
Divisions: Grades 4-6th, and 6-9th (Grade 6 students can choose the division they prefer). Grade 3 students are welcome – with prior permission.
Schedule (Eastern Time): We will be using a ‘fixed’ schedule for these debates (punctuality is very important).
4:45 pm to 5:00 pm: Orientation Videos: [For Everyone (10 min)] [For Judges (20 min)] & [Skills Ballot]
5:10 pm to 6:00 pm: Round 1 (Posting = 4:30 pm) [Click Here]
6:10 pm to 7:00 pm: Round 2 (Posting = 5:30 pm) [Click Here]
7:10 pm to 8:00 pm: Round 3 (Posting = 7:00 pm) [Click Here]
8:10 pm to 9:00 pm: Round 4 (Posting = 8:00 pm) [Click Here]
Crossfire Only Debates = Between debate rounds, please visit the breakout room in Zoom for “Crossfires.”
[Crossfire Judging (8 min)] & [Crossfire Ballot]
PRIZES: We will have a prize (trophies and medallions) for the top teams, top speakers, and top crossfire debaters.
For more information, please contact the tournament organizer:
Bill Eddy aka “Coach Bill”
billeddy@21stcenturydebate.org
COST: $10.00 per competitor (judges & observers = no cost).

Wyatt Debate League (April 22, 2023)
2023-04-22 07:30 - 16:00 | California
“Wilson Wyatt Debate League” Online Debate Event (Grades 6*-12th)

They are hosting a “public forum” debate event… to learn more, please read the information provided below…
Date: Saturday, April 22, 2022.
Time (Eastern): Saturday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
Location: In-person (at Trinity High School) and Online (using NSDA Classroom).
Invitation: PDF

DETAILS (PDF): This event does not require experience, yet it is important to understand the skills and expectations.

IMPORTANT: This event uses the Public Forum Debate format.
NSDA Campus (Testing is REQUIRED!): HERE
PF Debate “How to” (Video): HERE
PF Debate Explained (PDF): HERE
PF Debate “Topic Lecture” Video (Debate Track): HERE
PF Debate “Demonstration” Video (DebateUS): HERE

The U.S. Federal Government should ban the collection of personal data through biometric recognition technology.
[Research] [Evidence] [Register]
DIVISIONS: Grades 6*-12th.
*We can take mature 4th graders and older – please ask permission if you’re not yet in grade 5.
Novice = In your first year of debate (this includes all formats), or fewer than 3 debates the previous year.
JV and Varsity are up to the debaters and their coach to decide!
SCHEDULE (Eastern Time):
Round 1: 08:00 AM
Round 2: 09:00 AM
Round 3: 10:00 AM
Round 4: 11:00 AM
Lunch: 12:00 PM
Semis: 01:00 PM
Awards: 02:15 PM
Finals: 02:45 PM

PRIZES: We/They will have a prize (medallions) for the top teams, and the top speakers.
COST: $5.00 per person (+Judging $50 per judge divided among each of the participants – one judge is required for every 4 debaters).
Note: Last time they charged us $0.00 per person and we had enough parents to cover the judging requirement.
For more information, please contact the tournament organizer:
Bill Eddy aka “Coach Bill” (billeddy@21stcenturydebate.org).

"Future Leader" Debates (Winter 2023)
2023-02-25 17:00 - 20:30 | Zoom Meeting, 172 Streamwood, Irvine, CA, 92620, United States
“21st Century Skills” Online Debate Event (Grades 4-9th)

We are hosting a “skills” debate event… to learn more, please read the information provided below…
Date: Saturday, February 25, 2022 (Sunday, Feb. 26th in Korea).
Time (Eastern): Saturday, 5pm-8:30pm.
Time (Pacific): Saturday, 2pm-5:30pm.
Time (Korea/Asia): Sunday, 7am-10:15am.
Location: Online (using Zoom) – To be announced later (same information as last time).
RESULTS (Feb 26th, 3am ET): Here.
DETAILS (PDF): This event requires no experience, we can develop skills, gain a little recognition for excellent results. We are scheduling three full debates along with the crossfire event. Participate as a debater, judge, and/or observer. We need judges of all experience levels, including beginners. This event is free and open to everyone. It should be considered a low-stress, enjoyable way to build up our confidence and our speaking/debating skills. Anyone in grades 4-9th, can compete. Parents are welcome! Volunteerism is encouraged (letters of appreciation & service hours) are available for any volunteers.

SIGNIFICANT CHANGES: This event adds the following changes… 1.) Please cite your sources, 2.) Prep Time: 2 minutes (instead of three), and 3.) Extra Speech: Defending your argument (Rejoinder). The ballots will be changed slightly to reflect these changes. Also… these changes were always intended for the second half of the school year (FYI).
Topic: “On-Balance, ‘Artificial Intelligence’ is desirable“. [Research]
“21st Century Skills” Debate: Each debater may choose their own partner, or have a partner assigned to them on the day of the event. No prior experience in public speaking or debate is required. This event is open to the public, so anyone may participate. Each speaker from each team (two students per team) will present one argument. After two minutes of preparation time, each speaker will refute one of the opposing team’s arguments. After another two minutes or prep time, each speaker will defend their argument (a rejoinder speech). Finally, there is a three-minute “crossfire,” which will end the debate. After the debate ends, judge(s) will give feedback.
Divisions: Grades 4-6th, and 6-9th (Grade 6 students can choose the division they prefer).
Schedule (Eastern Time): We will be using a ‘fixed’ schedule for these debates (punctuality is important).
5:00pm to 5:15pm: Orientation and Judge/Student Training
5:15pm to 6:10pm: Round 1
6:20pm to 7:15pm: Round 2
7:20pm to 8:15pm: Round 3
8:30pm = End of the Event

PRIZES: We will have a prize (medallions) for top teams, top speakers, and crossfire debating.
For more information, please contact the tournament organizer:
Bill Eddy aka “Coach Bill”
billeddy@21stcenturydebate.org
COST: $0.00 per person (free).

Wilson Wyatt Debate League (Feb 11, 2023)
2023-02-11 07:30 - 17:00 | California
“Wilson Wyatt Debate League” Online Debate Event (Grades 6*-12th)

They are hosting a “public forum” debate event… to learn more, please read the information provided below…
Date: Saturday, February 11, 2022.
Time (Eastern): Saturday, 7:15am-5pm.
Location: In-person (at Trinity High School) and Online (using NSDA Classroom).
Invitation: DOC
Results (Wyatt Debate League): Here.

[1st] First Place (JVPF): Aaron G. & Aarav T.
[1st] First Place (Speaker): Aaron G.
[2nd] Second Place (Speaker): Aarav T.
[5th] Marino & Saturday, 3-2 (229.25)
[7th] Top Ten (Speaker): Alyssa M.
[7th] Dhar & Vaish, 3-2 (207.27)
[8th] Top Ten (Speaker): Athena S.
[8th] Cornea, Rana/Rana, 3-2 (201.0)

DETAILS (PDF): This event does not require experience, yet it is important to understand the skills and expectations.

IMPORTANT: This event uses the Public Forum Debate format.
PF Debate “How to” (Video): HERE
PF Debate Explained (It has been updated): PDF
PF Debate “Topic Lecture” Video (Debate Track: Right to Work): HERE
PF Debate “Demonstration” Video (DebateUS: Right to Work): HERE

Debate topic: In the United States, right-to-work laws do more harm than good. [Research]
DIVISIONS: Grades 6*-12th.
*We can take mature 4th graders and older – please ask permission if you’re not yet grade 5.
Novice = In your first year of debate (this includes all formats), or fewer than 3 debates the previous year.
JV and Varsity are up to the debaters and their coach to decide!
SCHEDULE (Eastern Time):
Round 1: 08:00 AM
Round 2: 09:30 AM
Round 3: 11:00 AM
Lunch: 12:00 PM
Round 4: 01:00 PM
Round 5: 02:15 PM
Semis: 03:30 PM
Awards: 04:30 PM
Finals: [After Awards]

PRIZES: We will have a prize (medallions) for top teams, and top speakers.
COST: $5.00 per person (+Judging $50 per judge divided among each of the participants – one judge is required for every 4 debaters).
For more information, please contact the tournament organizer:
Bill Eddy aka “Coach Bill” (billeddy@21stcenturydebate.org).

Snow Globe Debates (December 2022)
2022-12-17 17:00 - 20:00 | Zoom Meeting, 172 Streamwood, Irvine, CA, 92620, United States
“21st Century Skills” Online Debate Event (Grades 4-8)

We are hosting a “skills” debate event… to learn more, please read the information provided below…
Date: Saturday, December 17, 2022 (Sunday, Dec 18th in Korea).
Time (Eastern): Saturday, 5pm-8pm.
Time (Pacific): Saturday, 2pm-5pm.
Time (Korea/Asia): Sunday, 7am-10am.
Location: Online (using Zoom) – To be announced later (same information as last time).
Results for the “Snow Globe” Debate Event (Dec 17th): Click Here.
BALLOTS (for Judges):
1. Full Debate Ballot: 21st Century Debate.
2. “Crossfire” Debate Ballot: Crossfire Only!

DETAILS (PDF): This event requires no experience, we are doing this for fun and a little bit of recognition for excellent skills. We are hoping for 3 full debates and lots of crossfires. People can participate as debaters, judges, and/or observers. We need judges of all experience levels, including beginners. This event is free to everyone and should be considered a low-stress, enjoyable way to compete and build our skills. Anyone in grades 4-8, can compete. Parents are welcome! Volunteerism is encouraged (letters of appreciation & service hours) are available for any volunteers.
Debate topic: “Colonizing the Moon would be desirable“. [Research]
“21st Century Skills” Debate: Each debater may choose their own partner, or have a partner assigned to them on the day of the event. No prior experience in public speaking or debate is required. Each speaker from each team (two students per team) will present one argument. After three minutes of preparation time, each speaker will refute one of the opposing team’s arguments. Finally, a three-minute “crossfire” will end the debate. The full debate format (with judging instructions): PDF.
Divisions: Grades 4-6th, and 6-8th (Grade 6 students can choose the division they prefer).
PRIZES: We will have a prize (medallions) for top teams, top speakers, and crossfire debating.
For more information, please contact the tournament organizer: Bill Eddy aka “Coach Bill” (billeddy@21stcenturydebate.org).
COST: $0.00 per person (free).

Great Pumpkin Debates (Fall 2022)
2022-10-29 19:00 - 21:00 | Zoom Meeting, 172 Streamwood, Irvine, CA, 92620, United States
“21st Century Skills” Online Debate Event (Grades 4-8)
We hosted a “skills debate” event… to learn more, please click here for more details:
RESULTS: HERE. or XLS (Posted: 2:48 PM PST)
Date: Saturday, October 29, 2022 (Sunday, Oct 30th in Korea).
Time (Eastern): Saturday, 5pm-7pm, 7pm-9pm, or both!
Time (Pacific): Saturday, 2pm-4pm, 4pm-6pm, or both!
Time (Korea/Asia): Sunday, 6am-8am*, 8am-10am, or both!
Description: PDF. Online form for judging the Skills Debate(s): SKILLS DEBATE BALLOT
Description: PDF. Online form for judging the Costume Contest: COSTUME CONTEST BALLOT
Online form for judging the “Crossfire Only!” Debate(s): CROSSFIRES ONLY BALLOT

This event requires no experience, we are doing it for fun. We need judges of all experience levels, including beginners. Students can attend as an observer, a judge, or as a debater. This event is limited to people who have joined the community. Membership is free, the cost of the event is free, and it should be considered a low-stress, highly fun way to celebrate Halloween. Anyone grade 4-8, can attend and can join the costume event.
At this event students will debate the following topic: “High-Speed Rail in the U.S. is desirable“. [Research]
This is “21st Century Skillz” Debate: Each debater may choose their own partner, or have a partner assigned to them on the day of the event. No prior experience in public speaking or debate is required. Each speaker from each team (two students per team) will present one argument. After five minutes of preparation time, each speaker will refute one of the opposing team’s arguments. Finally, a three minute “crossfire” will end the debate. The full debate format (with judging instructions): PDF.
Divisions: Grades 4-6th, and 6-8th (Grade 6 students can choose, which division they prefer).
IMPORTANT: We would like to have debaters/judges wearing costumes (costumes are optional).
PRIZES: We will have a prize (medallions) for some of the students to enjoy.
For more information, please contact the tournament organizer: Bill Eddy (billeddy@21stcenturydebate.org).
COST: $0.00 per person (free).
