Our first annual club debate contest will begin in May and continue through July. Ron Porter is the Contest Chairman, and debates will be conducted by our Contestmaster, Chris Capers. Here are some of the main points you need to know. We will provide more updates as time approaches.

• There will be 2 Timers. 
• The contest will take place during Table Topics time in 2 May, 1 June, and 1 July meetings.
• There will be a total of 8 contestants competing in a tournament format. There will be 2 matches (4 debaters) on May 1st and another 2 matches (4 debaters) on May 22nd. Winners advance to 2 debate matches on June 19th. The final 2 will debate on July 17th to determine our club champion!
• The audience will determine the winners by voting for the best speaker. Please don't bias your vote with your own personal opinion on the debate topics.
• Sign up on the Contest worksheet on the L drive or just email Ron Porter.
• The winner of each debate will receive a ribbon. A trophy will be awarded to the champion.