We are incredibly proud to announce the outstanding results of our debaters at the South Asia World School Debating Championship (SAWSDC) held on January 25-26, 2025!
A huge congratulations to our Open Finalist team: Audrey L. (HKIS), Adrian W. (HKIS), Ryan Q. (HKIS), and Annabel C. (ISF). Reaching the finals is a remarkable achievement, demonstrating their exceptional debating skills and teamwork.
We also commend our Open Quarterfinalist team: Tony S. (CIS), Adam P. (CIS), Evelyn W. (KGV), and Jimi F. (CIS) for their strong performance in the tournament.
A special celebration goes out to our U-16 Champions: Yeonseo K. (GSIS), Jodie L. (IS), Zechariah C. (DCB), and Hisham K. (HKIS)! Winning the championship is a testament to their hard work and dedication.
Finally, we acknowledge the individual speaker awards earned:
Tony S. (CIS): 2nd Best Speaker (Open Category)
Adam P. (CIS): 3rd Best Speaker (Open Category)
Audrey L. (HKIS): 8th Best Speaker (U-16 Category)
Congratulations to all our debaters on their fantastic achievements!
Tournament record
- Tournament
- South Asia WSDC
- Format
- World Schools / WSDC
- Dates
- 25-26 January, 2025
Team and elimination results
| Result | Division | Students |
|---|---|---|
| Finalist | Open | Audrey L. (HKIS) |
| Finalist | Open | Adrian W. (HKIS) |
| Finalist | Open | Ryan Q. (HKIS) |
| Finalist | Open | Annabel C. (ISF) |
| Quarterfinalist | Open | Tony S. (CIS) |
| Quarterfinalist | Open | Adam P. (CIS) |
| Quarterfinalist | Open | Evelyn W. (KGV) |
| Quarterfinalist | Open | Jimi F. (CIS) |
| Champion | U-16 | Yeonseo K. (GSIS) |
| Champion | U-16 | Jodie L. (IS) |
| Champion | U-16 | Zechariah C. (DCB) |
| Champion | U-16 | Hisham K. (HKIS) |
Speaker awards
| Award | Student |
|---|---|
| Open 2nd Best | Tony S. (CIS) |
| Open 3rd Best | Adam P. (CIS) |
| U-16 8th Best | Audrey L. (HKIS) |
| U-16 FBS | Yeonseo K. (GSIS) |