UIL Speech Judges

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Emily Overdirth

Current high school:

Currently coaching?: No

Conference:

Number of years coached:

Number of tournaments judged: 0

High school attended:
Maypearl High School

Graduated high school: 2024

Participated in high school: Yes

Participated in college: No

Judging qualifications:
High School speech competitions were such a joy to be a part of. As a future educator, I find speech emphasis to be important, and regard my knowledge on the topic as extensive. Although my current college schedule does not allow me to competitively take part in speech and debate competition, I hope to judge at the high school level. 3X regional qualifier in persuasive speaking, and 1X regional qualifier in LD Debate provided me with the knowledge necessary to judge.

Judging Philosophy

CX

Rounds judged: 0
Judging approach:
Policy priority: Communication skills and resolution of substantive issues are of equal importance
Evidence philosophy: Quality of evidence is more important than quantity of evidence
Paradigm: Speakers need to be able to adequately support their argument. Sufficient amount of evidence to defend a case is critical, although strong speaking skills come with high importance. A lack of flow in an argument weakens the case, and could quickly diminish the maturity of the case.

LD

Rounds judged: 0
Approach: Communication skills and resolution of substantive issues are of equal importance
Philosophy:
Lincoln Douglass debate is fast paced, and requires students to think quickly. The resolution and communication are of equal importance, as broken arguments and speech diminishes the value of the debate. Multiple artifacts of sufficient evidence should be present to support a case. Without this, the opposing argument has more support.

Contact Information

email: Emilyoverdirth05@gmail.com
cell: 682 9163502
office:

Availability Information

Meet types:
Invitational District Regional

Qualified for:
LD
Extemp

Travel

Region of residence:
2

I will travel to: 2 5