Hurst,+Kaitlyn

Kaitlyn Hurst Norman High 17' University of Oklahoma 21'

Kaitlyn is unqualified to judge debates. -Lawrence Zhou

Background
I debated for Norman High School (OK) for 3 years. Attended the Oklahoma State tournament twice, placing second most recently. I attended NSDA nationals my senior year. I'm most experienced with traditional debate but I have exposure to progressive styles. I can handle pretty much anything if done well.

Speaking Preferences

 * Speed is generally fine. I'm somewhat familiar with high speed rounds but I'm not comfortable with intense spreading especially if you know you aren't going to be 100% clear the whole round. I'll say clear if I can't understand you.
 * Slow down for important information (tags, card info, etc.)

Framework

 * I think the framework debate is important to the round but it's not a deciding factor. I prefer a holistic approach to the resolution and will decide based on everything you present me
 * Value/criterion aren't necessary. Do what you want to do, I can follow.

Theory

 * I default to competing interps.
 * Weighing is crucial
 * I will listen to potential abuse as an argument.

CX

 * CX is binding.
 * Don't lie or intentionally obscure your answers.
 * I don't care whether you sit or stand, but be engaged.

Weighing

 * Weighing is the difference between bad debate and decent debate. Please do it early and often. Explain your clash and interactions with their arguments.

How to Get Good Speaks

 * Show me clash
 * Don't just tell me not to vote for "them", give me a reason to vote for you.
 * Be polite and respectful. If you are overly aggressive and rude not only is that off putting but it takes away a lot of your legitimacy in the round.
 * Clarity