The Walters State Community College Debate Team will begin the spring semester season with a shot of confidence gained through the excellent performance of team members at the Pejaver Memorial Tournament, held at Middle Tennessee State University in November.
The team won the Sweepstakes Prize, the highest award given at the tournament. The team of Cayden Keltgen and Chris Cox won their division and Hannah Stoneman made it to the semifinal round. Keltgen was named top speaker and Cox received third in the individual speaking awards.
“This was an exciting win, and I am looking forward to a great spring semester,” said Belle Elliot, instructor of communication and coach of the Walters State Debate Team.
“The newest members of our team have had the opportunity to grow. Those members have traveled and and learned new skills that will help them in areas outside debate. The more experienced team members have had the opportunity to take leadership roles and be an invaluable resource to our up-and-coming members,” Elliot said.
The Walters State Community College Debate Team will compete Feb. 9 at the at the Tennessee Valley Invitational Tournament at Pellissippi State Community College.
