Ciocca,+Stephanie

I am a parent judge with experience judging at local and national tournaments at the varsity levels. My daughter competes for West Broward FL in LD and this is her third year. My judging philosophy is simple. I believe that an ordinary citizen should be able to listen to the reasoned arguments of two debaters and come to a logical conclusion as to who's argument and evidence is more persuasive. I prefer arguments to be well structured, articulated clearly (please no spreading but I can handle a little faster then conversational) and supported by convincing evidence.

Plans- I'm ok with basic topical plan texts, but nothing non-topical Counter-plans- I'm okay with cps but perms confuse me when it's not explained to me thoroughly Ks- not familiar with them and not super keen on them in round DAs- I am perfectly fine with them just again be clear and concise

Please ask questions if more clarification is needed😀