Carlsbad High Debate Team Scores

Just as a warning: Do not get into an argument with any of the Carlsbad High students shown in this photo. You’ll likely lose. They are trained debaters and according to some recent performances they’re pretty good at it, too.

Winter Debate Tournament, held January 28 and 29 at Helix Charter High School, saw 16 schools competing in four different debate categories. Carlsbad’s team walked away with a 2nd place overall, including first places in the parli and public forum categories. . . La Costa Canyon hosted a Winter Individual Event tournament on February 5, where 11 schools competed in 12 different events. Winning top honors – 1st place sweepstakes – was Carlsbad’s powerhouse team, who took first place in six of the twelve events. . . “I am impressed with our rankings, and proud of our team’s accomplishments,” says Coach Minnia Curtis. “This team started with a handful of members just four years ago. We are now over 100 strong and true contenders!”

Carlsbad will host the State Qualification Tournament March 4 and 5, 2011. Coach Curtis is also looking for volunteers to judge future debates and/or help support the team. For more information follow the jump.
CARLSBAD HIGH SCHOOL’S SPEECH AND DEBATE TEAM EXCELS

(February 16, 2011 – Carlsbad, CA) Carlsbad High’s speech and debate team started their season with a bang, winning top honors in two major tournaments to date.

Winter Debate Tournament, held January 28 and 29 at Helix Charter High School, saw 16 schools competing in four different debate categories. Carlsbad’s team walked away with a 2nd place overall, including first places in the parli and public forum categories.

La Costa Canyon hosted a Winter Individual Event tournament on February 5, where 11 schools competed in 12 different events. Winning top honors – 1st place sweepstakes – was Carlsbad’s powerhouse team, who took first place in six of the twelve events.

“I am impressed with our rankings, and proud of our team’s accomplishments,” says Coach Minnia Curtis. “This team started with a handful of members just four years ago. We are now over 100 strong and true contenders!”

Carlsbad High School will be hosting the State Qualification Tournament March 4 and 5. “There are several ways you can support these outstanding young people. Donations of supplies and money is always appreciated, but you can also volunteer to judge; no experience is necessary,” urges Minnia. “I guarantee you will have an interesting and fun experience!”

For more information, please contact Coach Minnia Curtis at (760) 331-5257 or email mcurtischs@yahoo.com.