UIL Speech Judges
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Britt Gordon
Current high school:
Gail Borden
Currently coaching?: Yes
Conference: A
Number of years coached: 15
Number of tournaments judged: 6
High school attended:
Coronado High School
Graduated high school: 1986
Participated in high school: Yes
Participated in college: No
Judging qualifications:
I was a CX and LD debater in high school. I've actively coached LD debate and Extemporaneous Speaking for 15 years with several of my students qualifying for state-level events.
Judging Philosophy
CX
Judging approach: Policy Maker
Policy priority: Communication skills and resolution of substantive issues are of equal importance
Evidence philosophy: Quantity of evidence and quality of evidence are of equal importance
Paradigm: I am a very traditional judge. Extreme speed, overuse of jargon, and trickery are not appreciated and could cost you the round. Win the round on the strength of your argument, the veracity of your evidence, and the clarity of your presentation.
LD
Approach: Communication skills and resolution of substantive issues are of equal importance
Philosophy:
I am a very traditional judge. This is value-based debate so a well-defined/well-defended value and criterion are expected. Extreme speed, overuse of jargon, and trickery are not appreciated and could cost you the round. Win the round on the strength of your argument, the veracity of your evidence, and the clarity of your presentation.
Contact Information
email: brittgordon15@gmail.com
cell: 254 5414450
office:
Availability Information
Meet types:
Invitational
District
Regional
CX State
State Meet
Qualified for:
CX
LD
Extemp
Prose/Poetry
Travel
Region of residence:
7
I will travel to: 7
