Glossenger,+Daniel

Daniel Glossenger

Ohio Valley will be my first time judging a circuit tournament (I have observed circuit rounds). I have experience judging and coaching traditional debate – please understand my critiques and judging in light of this information.

Speed  ¨ I //prefer// normal speed in LD to spreading, but by all means, if it is necessary, do so. I will do my best to keep up. ¨ I will not say clear – my intervention in the debate is unnecessary. ¨ Signposts and roadmaps are necessary. ¨ Speaker points suffer for those who are unclear.

Theory/kritiks ¨ I’m not an experienced judge of theory arguments or kritiks in LD; if you plan to run them (especially K), slow down, and explain your links and alternatives. I also am not as familiar with the philosophical literature that often comes up in LD kritiks and theory arguments; however, I keep a very open mind about debate. Do what you do best.

CPs ¨ Need to fulfill all requirements of a normal Aff plan (solve, have plan text, etc.)

Presentation/style ¨ Debate is not about destroying opponents – it is for education and openness. ¨ Dignity should be maintained for everyone involved. Avoid slurs.

Best way to win (do all three): ¨ Explain the best standards for winning (don’t make me decide for myself or let your opponents decide for you) ¨ Explain how you meet those standards (analytically and/or empirically) ¨ Explain how your opponents do not meet those standards and/or why their standards are wrong and/or why your opponents do not meet their own standards