Speech & Debate are the CHSAA 5A State Champions!

Posted March 14, 2025

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East Speech & Debate Shines at Overland High School Tournament

This past weekend, our East Speech & Debate team delivered an outstanding performance at the Overland High School competition, held on Friday and Saturday. Not only did our team emerge as tournament champions, but we also secured victories in four individual categories—a testament to the dedication and talent of our students.

🏆 Individual Champions:


Fiona Macdonald – International Extemp
Grayson Kasper – Humorous Interpretation
Preston Kang & Rosetta Pring – Duo Interpretation
Gavin Neale – Congressional Debate

In addition to these incredible wins, 38 of our 56 competitors advanced beyond the preliminary rounds, showcasing the depth and strength of our program. We are incredibly proud of their hard work, resilience, and passion for speech and debate.

Congratulations to all our students, coaches, and supporters for making this tournament such a success. We can’t wait to see what’s next for East Speech & Debate!