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4 Champions at Speech & Debate Competition

4 Champions at Speech & Debate Competition

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The American Heritage Schools Speech and Debate team from Palm Beach Campus achieved remarkable success at the Palm Beach Catholic Forensic League (PBCFL) #3 competition, held at William T. Dwyer High School. Competing against talented peers from across the region, the team brought home numerous top placements, showcasing their dedication, hard work, and exceptional skills.

The PBCFL competition provides students with an opportunity to engage in various categories of speech and debate, sharpening their critical thinking, public speaking, and argumentative abilities. The results speak to the strength of American Heritage’s program, which continues to foster excellence in forensics education. The day was a mix of excitement and intense focus as students competed in events ranging from Congressional Debate to Public Forum Debate and Original Oratory. Many of the competitors faced strong opponents but demonstrated poise and expertise, earning well-deserved accolades.

Results for PBCFL #3 at William T. Dwyer HS:

CONGRESSIONAL DEBATE
Alexander Schrier - 1st Place
David Richardson - 3rd Place
Cormac Toner - 3rd Place
Yugesh Sarikonda - 5th Place
Carson Steele - 5th Place

DECLAMATION
Arnav Joseph - 2nd Place

EXTEMPORANEOUS SPEAKING - NOVICE
Satvik Mentada - 3rd Place

EXTEMPORANEOUS SPEAKING - VARSITY
Asher Shaya - 2nd Place
Ryan Morris - 3rd Place
Ajinkya Karnataki - 4th Place
Connor Pucci - 5th Place

INFORMATIVE SPEAKING
Jonah Colton - 1st Place
Kailey Amaya - 2nd Place
Lilia Shalaurov - 3rd Place

LINCOLN DOUGLAS DEBATE - NOVICE
Panav Patel - 2nd Place

LINCOLN DOUGLAS DEBATE - VARSITY
Angelina Isaac - 6th Place

ORIGINAL ORATORY
Shane Rogers - 1st Place
Caitlin Yaralli - 4th Place

PROGRAM ORAL INTERPRETATION
Evelyn Murthy - 6th Place

PUBLIC FORUM DEBATE - NOVICE
Samuel Shleifer & Abhinav Yalamanchili - 1st Place

PUBLIC FORUM DEBATE - VARSITY
Omar Dahabra & Ryon Jemail - 3rd Place
Sofia Feldman & Ella Shuter - 5th Place

This outstanding performance underscores the commitment of the students and coaches to maintaining the school’s tradition of excellence in speech and debate. With strong mentorship and a drive to succeed, the team continues to raise the bar in forensics education. Congratulations to all the participants for their exceptional work at PBCFL #3. Your achievements not only highlight your individual talent but also contribute to the proud legacy of American Heritage Schools’ Speech and Debate program.