Student Leadership

1. Why speech and debate?

I do speech and debate because it’s fun, welcoming, and engaging. You will always have a great time even if you’re stressed, because of the experience, your friends, and all the other goofy things that happen during tournaments.

2. Favorite event?

My favorite event would be Program Oral Interpretation (POI), due to obvious reasons. However, it’s an event that is unique yet so similar to other interpretation events. Best by far! ❤️

3. Proudest s-and-d accomplishment?

My proudest accomplishment would be winning the State Championship for POI. For one, just being on the stage with the other competitors was nerve-wracking, but after hearing my entire team scream and my mom cheering in audience. It is a win I will never forget.

4. Favorite s-and-d memory?

Now, I do love last year's "Yo yo yo P-Russ in the house!", this year's National Competiton takes the cake. We were trying to take pictures outside the capital building in Iowa, when P-Russ asks this random guy to take our picture. I couldn't stop laughing the entire time (at Russ and the random guy) and lowkey ruined the picture. 

5. Favorite s-and-d trip snack/food/beverage?

Raspberry Peace Tea from the gas station in Cuba but... I WILL FOREVER LOVE THE INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES!

1. Why speech and debate?

I do speech and debate for the laughs and confidence in speaking publicly.

2. Favorite event?

DI.

3. Proudest s-and-d accomplishment?

Almost breaking in finals for districts.

4. Favorite s-and-d memory?

Laughing with Coach Egge about Blake’s burritos. 

5. Favorite s-and-d trip snack/food/beverage?

Lunchables, Bug Juice Blue Raspberry, and Sweet Tart Ropes. Why? Because I don’t get to have those snacks at home lol!

1. Why speech and debate?

I do speech and debate to make new connections, try new things, and hone my speaking and presentation skills! The community is probably my favorite part, and I’ve met so many amazing people both on our team and in the district that I cherish greatly.

2. Favorite event?

My favorite event is Informative Speaking. It was the very first event that I tried freshman year and I absolutely fell in love with the style. I also really love Extemporaneous Speaking because of the format, minimal prep, and the nature of what I get to speak on.

3. Proudest s-and-d accomplishment?

Probably getting renominated to the NSDA Student Leadership Council for a second year, because knowing my district wanted me back in such an influential position was such a gratifying feeling.

4. Favorite s-and-d memory?

My favorite memory is probably dinner at flying star (iykyk lol), team bonding after tournaments is always the best.

5. Favorite s-and-d trip snack/food/beverage?

Probably Arizona tea or maybe just water. Hydration is so important at tournaments so you don’t get a headache and feel like you’re dying in round lol.

1. Why speech and debate?

I do speech and debate to improve my speaking skills. I also do it because of the team and one of my best friends, TK, who got me into going to tournaments. I feel like our team really works well together, helps me be confident or hype myself up before a round. We just really enjoy hanging out together in between rounds. I really love our team. 

2. Favorite event?

My favorite events are duo and poetry. My first duo partner was one of our former captains, Tamarron Austin, and I really just loved the event. I also LOVE poetry because it’s poetry. 😆 I’ve managed to place 2nd and break into finals at each La Cueva tournament so for obvious reasons it’s my favorite. 

3. Proudest s-and-d accomplishment?

Placing 2nd in Poetry at the past La Cueva Tournament. It just felt so surreal when I heard all of my team cheering for me. 

4. Favorite s-and-d memory?

My first ever tournament, Cottonwood Classic 2022. It was such a goofy tournament but decorating our table and winning Mr. Lice is definitely one of my favorite memories. Live Laugh Lice! 😝

5. Favorite s-and-d trip snack/food/beverage?

My favorite drinks are Peach Peace Tea and Glacier Freeze Gatorade. My favorite snack is probably Funyuns or a burger or fries from McDonalds.