Empowering Arizona’s
Speech & Debate Community

Supporting students, judges, and coaches in honing our collective speech and argumentation skills

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Connect

Working with the experienced Arizona Speech and Debate coaches, some of the best in the country

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Organize

Hosting six annual tournaments, including the prestigious Winter Trophy and State Tournaments

High School Calendar

Middle School Calendar

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Educate

Providing resources and training for both Middle School and High School coaches and judges

Resources

About Us

The Arizona Speech and Debate Coaches Association is a non-profit organization that serves the students, judges, and coaches of Arizona Speech & Debate.

We are motivated by our passion for fostering communication and critical thinking skills among Arizona’s youth.

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Our Initiatives

Creating opportunities and care for the Speech & Debate community

Support

Mentoring new coaches, facilitating judge trainings, and distributing resources to foster growth in Arizona Speech and Debate

Innovation

Coordinating new strides for the activity through our Speech and Debate Advisory Committee (SDAC) in partnership with the Arizona Interscholastic Association (AIA)

Equity

Our Equity Committee adjudicates fairness in competition to limit discrimination, meeting throughout the season for

Make a Difference

Support our cause and empower the next generation of Arizona’s communicators

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Member Programs

Tournament Season

Students Served Annually

Empowering Arizona’s Speech & Debate Community

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