Monday's Internet Edition, May 12, 2008.
Yelverton and Reed place second at District
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| Headed for State, RHS’s Ryan Reed and Emily Yelverton |
The Cross-Examination (CX) Debate team of Emily Yelverton and Ryan Reed will compete at the state level
on January 28, 2008.
The pair advanced to state-level competition after earning second place at the CX District Meet on Monday,
January 28th.
An extremely challenging event, CX Debate is a contest where one pair of students faces another pair of students
and debates a topic centered on policy. Each team must be prepared to argue both an affirmative and a negative case
on the “topic,” also known as a “resolution.”
Preparation for the event requires hours of research, as well as developing superior speaking skills.
At the district meet, Yelverton and Reed faced six (6) opponents in a round-robin tournament.
A veteran to CX Debate, Yelverton found herself without a partner when her previous partner moved out of
the district.
“I was so disappointed when Jake (my partner) moved.” Yelverton said. “I just knew I’d be unable to find a
new partner, because CX is so difficult and time-consuming.”
Needless to say, Yelverton was pleased when Reed accepted the challenge.
“I didn’t really want to debate,” Reed said, “but Emily is my friend and I really wanted to help her out.”
“We won four out of six rounds,” Yelverton said. “I’m so happy to advance to state for a second time.”
“I’m excited to advance too,” Reed said, “but most of the credit should go to Emily – she’s an awesome de-
bater!”
Although CX Debate district contest is held prior to the main UIL Academic Meet, the points earned will be
calculated in the district totals.
“We’re off to a good start,” said Coach Annie Haynes. “I’m so proud of Emily and Ryan.”