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Language and Arts | Speech and Debate

National Catholic Forensic League Grand National Speech and Debate Tournament

  • Last Updated: May 4, 2025

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  • Contact: rburdett@NCFL.org
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About the competition

NCFL Grand National Tournament is one of the largest speech and debate competitions in the U.S., bringing together high school students to compete in events like Public Forum, Policy Debate, Extemporaneous Speaking, and Student Congress.

Comp Info

  • Estimated Ann. Participants: 3500
  • Cost: Varies
  • Estimated Time Commitment: Significant
  • Participant Format: Individual
  • Event Format: In-Person
  • Competition Format: Debate, Presentation
  • Reach: National
  • Event Size: Small

Participation Information

Students qualify for nationals through regional Catholic forensic leagues. Finalists in each category receive recognition and scholarships. Competitions cover a wide range of debate and public speaking events.
Open to high school students in NCFL-affiliated leagues
Trophies, certificates, and national recognition for speech and debate excellence
Students qualify for nationals through regional Catholic forensic leagues. Finalists in each category receive recognition and scholarships. Competitions cover a wide range of debate and public speaking events.
1. Qualify through regional Catholic forensic leagues. 2. Compete in the national tournament, which covers various speech and debate categories. 3. Winners receive trophies and scholarships.
Debate research materials, public speaking tools
Based on speaking ability, debate structure, creativity, and ability to engage in critical thought.

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