Debate Society Starts Strong in Idaho!

The John R. Park Debate Society began its 2026-20267 competitive speech season on September 25, 2026, traveling to Twin Falls, Idaho to compete at the Fran Tanner Open hosted by the College of Southern Idaho. Ten University of Utah students competed against a field of 13 other schools, including Weber State, Boise State, and Brigham Young University. 

The tournament was the team's first time traveling so far this season! Next on the society's schedule is hosting the 16th annual Beehive Bonanza high school tournament on October 2nd and 3rd!

 

FRAN TANNER COMPLETE RESULTS

Overall Awards

3rd place - Team Sweepstakes

 

Individual  Events Awards

1st place - Prose Interpretation - Elliot Tilley

1st place - Informative Speaking - Brinley Kemp

2nd place - Programmed Oral Interpretation - Emily Scott

2nd place - Impromptu Speaking - Maria Manousakis

2nd place - Dramatic Interpretation - Jeremy Parrish

4th place - Persuasive Speaking - Myra Hicks

5th place - Programmed Oral Interpretation - Clara Tyler

5th place - Persuasive Speaking - Maria Manousakis

5th place - Poetry Interpretation - Benji Verbeck-O’Brien

4th place - After Dinner Speaking - Juan Boscan

6th place - After Dinner Speaking - Emma Fraser

6th place - Impromptu Speaking - Jeremy Parrish

 

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