LD: I look at the debate from a traditional lense. Value/Criterion -> link to your Contentions. I'm expecting clash throughout. You may read fast (but not too fast) you should enunciate. Voting blocks at the end help summarize the debate and that's my preference to hear in the final ARs. Unlikely to weigh counter-plans. LD is a value style of debate. Resolution is absolute unless specified. I'm very tabula rasa with 99% of arguments. However, if it's something completely off the wall I'm not going to weigh it. However, it's your opponent's job to still attack that specific argument (if it has some miniscule form of credence). You don't need to spend much time dismissing it in your rebuttals if it's non-sensical. No K's, Theories, Piks, other random things.

I want to see a Value and a Criterion. Both, that's TWO. What do you value, how do you get there (criterion).

PFD: Traditional lense. Clash is expected. Summarize key voting issues. The debate should center around the topic. Whoever can display their case is stronger than their opponents (makes more sense logically, with impacts) wins the debate.

Another thing; Let's say your opponent failed to attack your case in any of those speaking blocks where they must do so. In your next speech just go ahead and say that and save us all all this time so we can move on with our lives. No need to continue droning onward if your opponent just literally dropped the entire round unbeknownst to themselves. I wouldn't put this here if it didn't happen before.

Outside of the above you should be using all your time. I'm sure there's something either A.) You missed or B.) You can add some analytical analysis of something throughout the round.

Also, let's not make it awkward after the round. If you want an RFD then just ask.

Nothing special. I judge Congress/PF/LD regularly. Keep arguments germane to the topic. Watch speed.

Hello, I am a parent judge and have judged for a few L.D. tournaments, started judging in 2022. New to Public Forum.

Please speak slowly and clearly, and send me your case before round.

Email: Lucianapowell@gmail.com

Please avoid Kritiks, Theory, PICS, if you do, I may not understand.

Thank you and good luck.

I want to see a good debate.

Respect for everyone is very important.

No yelling, I will drastically lower your speaker points.

If you send me your cases or add me to an email chain, +1 speaker points.

I am a parent who has just started judging this year. I have degrees in Engineering and Business and work experience in both of those areas.

Speak clearly and not too fast - I will be taking notes. Be sure to reiterate whatever points you feel are most important.

PF

You will be evaluated on your ability to clearly present your argument and on your ability to weaken the opponents arguments. This means you should demonstrate knowledge of the issue from both sides and be prepared to attack the topic from any angle.

Persuasive

Make sure you have a solid outline with a good conclusion, and focus on the best delivery possible.

Most importantly, have fun, be considerate and respectful to other competitors and the judges, and follow the debate format/rules/time limits.