Harvard National Speech and Debate Tournament

Hosted annually over Presidents' Day weekend, this is one of the largest and most prestigious open invitational forensics tournaments in the United States. It draws over 4,000 top debaters and speakers across Varsity, JV, and Novice divisions. Reaching elimination rounds in varsity events offers qualifying bids toward the Tournament of Champions.

Cost
Paid
Eligibility
Grades 9–12
Format
Competition · In-Person
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