UIL Speech Judges
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Evelyn Cai
Current high school:
Currently coaching?: No
Conference:
Number of years coached:
Number of tournaments judged: 2
High school attended:
Dawson High School
Graduated high school: 2019
Participated in high school: Yes
Participated in college: No
Judging qualifications:
I competed in CX, LD, Poetry, Prose, and Extempt in high school. I placed among the finalists at UIL CX state for two years and qualified for state for three years. I attended Gonzaga University's Summer Debate Institute, where I researched topics for the 2017-2018 school year.
I competed at the district level for Prose for two years. In college, I have judged the above events, as well as numerous IE events, at multiple high school tournaments.
Judging Philosophy
CX
Judging approach: Tabula Rasa
Policy priority: Communication skills and resolution of substantive issues are of equal importance
Evidence philosophy:
Paradigm: Theory and Topicality I default to reasonability on topicality, and while I enjoy a good theory debate, you must clearly explain the harms done and significance of your opponent's argument. Kritiks I'm open to any kritik, but don't assume that I'll understand every argument out there. Clearly explain the philosophy backing your kritik, and create a compelling story about how the aff links to it. Also, if you run a kritik, make sure your alternative is clear and actionable outside of the debate round. While in-round education is important, I prefer to see alternatives that can be creatively scaled up. Counterplans and Disadvantages I think these are a solid component of any policy debate, and I especially enjoy counterplans paired with a disadvantage that believably acts as a net benefit. Sidenote Don't use theory or kritiks for the express purpose of confusing your opponent. I have much more respect for debaters who clearly explain obscure terms to make sure that all in the round have a full understanding, compared to those who attempt to make the debate inaccessible. Speed All speeds are fine. If you're spreading, just slow down on the taglines and any particularly important points within the card.
LD
Approach: Communication skills and resolution of substantive issues are of equal importance
Philosophy:
LD I judge both on value criterions and contention level arguments. If you are going to read a passage explaining your value/value criterion, make sure it contributes to your argument meaningfully and you actually have an understanding of what you are saying. Speed All speeds are fine. If you're spreading, just slow down on the taglines and any particularly important points within the card.
Contact Information
email: evcai@utexas.edu
cell: 713 9095405
office:
Availability Information
Meet types:
Regional
CX State
State Meet
Qualified for:
CX
LD
Extemp
Prose/Poetry
Travel
Region of residence:
1
I will travel to: 1
