The 9th Linkbate Debating Championships 2024, held January 27-28, saw Anson C. (DGS) and Gigi C. (DGS) reach the Open Finals. Riya P. (STC), Alexander B. (TA), and Jonathan H. (DBS) advanced to the Open Quarterfinals. Riya P. also earned 4th Best Speaker in the Open category, followed by Alexander B. in 5th and Anson C. in 8th.
In the High School division, Nelson B. (CIS) and Matias L. (N/A) were semifinalists. High School Speaker Awards saw Riya P. take 2nd Best Speaker, Alexander B. take 3rd, Anson C. place 4th, and Gigi C. place 10th.
Congratulations to all the debaters!
Tournament record
- Tournament
- 9th Linkbate 2024
- Format
- Format To Confirm
- Dates
- January 27-28, 2024
Team and elimination results
| Result | Division | Students |
|---|---|---|
| Finalists | Open | Anson C. (DGS) |
| Finalists | Open | Gigi C. (DGS) |
| Quarterfinalists | Open | Riya P. (STC) |
| Quarterfinalists | Open | Alexander B. (TA) |
| Quarterfinalists | Open | Jonathan H. (DBS) |
| Semifinalists | High School | Nelson B. (CIS) |
| Semifinalists | High School | Matias L. (N/A) |
Speaker awards
| Award | Student |
|---|---|
| Open 4th Best | Riya P. (STC) |
| Open 5th Best | Alexander B. (TA) |
| Open 8th Best | Anson C. (DGS) |
| High School 2nd Best | Riya P. (STC) |
| High School 3rd Best | Alexander B. (TA) |
| High School 4th Best | Anson C. (DGS) |
| High School 10th Best | Gigi C. (DGS) |