UIL Speech Judges

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Sophia Lopez

Current high school:
None

Currently coaching?: No

Conference:

Number of years coached:

Number of tournaments judged: 0

High school attended:
Robert Vela HS

Graduated high school: 2023

Participated in high school: Yes

Participated in college: No

Judging qualifications:
I was extremely active in my highschools LD debate team. I was able to develop astounding professionalism and listening skills.

Judging Philosophy

CX

Rounds judged: 0
Judging approach: Policy Maker
Policy priority: Communication skills are more important than resolution of substantive issues
Evidence philosophy: Quantity of evidence and quality of evidence are of equal importance
Paradigm: i am only lightly aware of the structure of a CX debate as i was a strict LD debater but i enjoyed watching and am a fan of a more progressie CX round.

LD

Rounds judged: 0
Approach: Resolution of substantive issues is more important than communication skills
Philosophy:
I love watching a tradtional debate round including framework, values, etc. However, i am experienced enough to be comfortable with judging a progressive round. i like K-cases and enjoy spreading if it is annunciated correctly.

Contact Information

email: sl6550182@gmail.com
cell:
office:

Availability Information

Meet types:
Invitational District Regional

Qualified for:
LD

Travel

Region of residence:
1

I will travel to: 1 4