Chapel Hill High School's debate team recently showcased their exceptional talent at the Peach State Classic Debate Tournament. The team brought home multiple top honors in a competitive field of over 60 schools from across the nation.
Christian Simmons and Alyssa Blacknall led the Panthers with an undefeated performance in Junior Varsity Public Forum, capturing first place. Blacknall further distinguished herself by earning top speaker points from the judges. Senior Claire Craton added to Chapel Hill's success with a second-place finish in Original Oratory.
"Our students competed with exceptional skill, confidence, and poise against some of the top teams in the state and country," said coach Kenya Taylor. "With over 60 schools participating, including 22 from Georgia, the Peach State Classic provided a challenging yet rewarding opportunity for our team to grow and excel. I couldn't be prouder of their dedication and success."
The tournament, hosted on November 15-16, also featured strong performances from Riley Orndorff, Ava Walker, and Gabrielle Coner. The team tackled the complex resolution: "Resolved: The United States should substantially reduce its military support of Taiwan."
Chapel Hill's debate program continues to excel in both individual and team events. We celebrate these outstanding students for their achievements and for representing Chapel Hill and DCSS with excellence!
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