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Argumentative Speech Bowl General Information and FAQs
Important Dates:
Round 1 (Fall Semester) Topic Announcement: October 1, 2024
Round 1 (Fall Semester) Speech Submissions Due: December 15, 2024
Round 1 (Fall Semester) Scores & Feedback Returned: January 27, 2025
Round 2 (Spring Semester) Topic Announcement: Week of January 28, 2025 (in weekly coaches’ email)
Round 2 (Spring Semester) Speech Submissions Due: Week of February 25, 2025
Round 2 (Spring Semester) Scores & Feedback Returned: Week of March 11, 2025
Final Round Participant Announcement: Week of March 18, 2025
Final Round Topic Announcement: Week of March 31, 2025
Congressman John Lewis In-Person Argumentative Speech Bowl Final Round at Emory University: April 19, 2025
ASB Frequently Asked Questions
where do I submit my speeches?
There is a link to each Round’s submission form in the Resource Packet for that round.
how many people can compete from my school each round?
For Rounds 1 and 2, there are an unlimited number of entries allowed for AUDL Member Schools.
For the Final round on April 20, 2024, there will be a selection based on average cumulative scores from rounds 1 and 2, with attention to having multiple participating schools represented at this final event. Participating in both preliminary rounds of the ASB will increase your chances of being a finalist.
if I didn’t compete in round 1, can I compete in future rounds?
Yes! Students can choose to compete in either of the preliminary rounds. Participation in both rounds is not necessary and you can choose to compete in the rounds that best fit your schedule.
do coaches have to upload asb speeches?
No! Students participating can upload their speeches to be evaluated. If you are a student participating in the ASB, please let your coach know!