1.1 [Reminder] Jan/Feb Awards Ceremony

Sat. 2/21/26 @ 8 PM EST (All Acclive Students Are Eligible to Win Prizes!) 

1.2 [Proud Moment] Jan. Winners

Congratulations to our talented & hardworking students on their results for Jan 2026! Shoutout to their families as well for their unwavering encouragement & support.

2026 USAFO Winter Cup

• Arthur X. & Isabella G. - Champion (HS)

• Passion Y. & Nicole L. - Champion (MS)

• Jeremy W. & Evelyn S. - Semifinalist (MS)

• Brandon F. - National Speaker Award #2 (HS)

• Passion Y. - National Speaker Award #5 (MS)

• Nicole L. - National Speaker Award #6 (MS)

• Arthur X. - National Speaker Award #8 (HS)

Dec. Acclive League

• April K. & Isabella G. - Champions (MS)

• Passion Y. & Riley Y. - Runner-Up (MS)

• Jeremy W. & Aiden D. - Top #3 (MS)

• Nina H. & Claire L. - Top #4 (MS)

2025 USAFO Winter Classic

• Passion Y. & Nicole L. - Semifinalist (MS)

• Jerry G. & Cindy L. - Quarterfinalist (HS)

• Jeremy W. & Nina H. - Octofinalist (MS)

• Jerry G. - National Speaker Award #6 (HS)

• Cindy L. - National Speaker Award #7 (HS)

• Brandon F. - National Speaker Award #8 (HS)

• Passion Y. - National Speaker Award #10 (MS)

2.1 What's New

Free Mentor Pairings for New Competitors: New debaters in Grades 5+ pay the same fees as regular debaters, but may request up to two free partnerings with experienced debaters. Simply register for our tournaments; about one week after the tournament registration deadline, you will receive your experienced partner’s contact information. After that, the experienced student leader will lead, support, and guide debaters step by step—both before and throughout the tournament.

Free Tournaments for Experienced Debaters: Gold+ & selective. Experienced debaters have the opportunity to become Acclive League Student Leaders, partnering with and guiding new debaters. About one week after the tournament registration deadline, eligible students will be contacted if spots are available.

Certificates and Awards for All: Both new debaters & student leaders (free tournament recipients) have the same opportunities to earn debate level advancements and gift cards. Student leaders receive additional leadership certificates or gift cards.

2.2 [Acclive] Feb League

The Best Warm-Up for Nationals!

ES, MS & HS | 6 Prelim Rounds | Online | $100
Schedule (EST): Feb 5, 12, 19 (Thu) @ 8 & 9:30 PM
Debate Topic: 2026 NSDA Feb
Registration Deadline: Jan 26, 2026

2.3 [Nationals] USA Forensics Olympiad Spring Opener

Compete to Advance Levels and Win Prizes & Recognition

Earn Bids to Qualify for USAFO Championship, $100 in Cash for Champions, $50 for Finalists | Difficulty: ★★★☆☆ (3/5)

ES, MS & HS | 5 Prelim & 3 Elim Rounds | Online | $170
Tentative Schedule (EST): Jan 30 (Fri): Rounds 1–4 @ 7:00, 8:30, 10:15 & 11:45 PM | Jan 31 (Sat): Round 5 @ 7 PM, Elim 1-3 @ 8:45, 10:30 PM & 12:15 AM
Debate Topic: 2026 NSDA Feb
Registration Deadline: Jan 26, 2026

2.4 [Nationals] 40th Annual Stanford Invitational

One of the most prestigious tournaments, highly recommended by top colleges. Difficulty: ★★★★☆ (4/5)

PF-MS, PF-Novice, PF-JV, PF-Open | 6 Prelim & 6 Elim Rounds | Online | $349
Tentative Schedule (EST): 

Feb 7th (Sat): Rounds 1–4 @ 12:15, 2:30, 4:45, & 7 PM 

Feb 8th (Sun): Rounds 5-6, & Elim 1-2 @ 12:15, 2:30, 4:45, & 7 PM 

Feb 9th (Mon): Elim 3-6 @ 12:15, 2:30, 4:45, & 7 PM
Debate Topic: 2026 NSDA Feb
Registration Deadline: Jan 26, 2026

2.5 [Nationals] Harvard National Debate Tournament

One of the most prestigious tournaments, highly recommended by top colleges. Difficulty: ★★★★☆ (4/5)

PF-Beginner Online, PF-Open Online | 5 Prelim & 5 Elim Rounds | Online | $299
Tentative Schedule (EST): 

Feb 14th (Sat): Rounds 1–3 Flight A @ 10:30 AM, 2:30 PM, 6:30 PM; Flight B @ 11:45 AM, 3:45 PM, 7:45 PM

Feb 15th (Sun): Rounds 4-5 Flight A @ 10:30 AM, 2:30 PM; Flight B @ 11:45 AM, 3:45 PM; Elim 1 Flight A @ 6:30 PM; Flight B @ 7:45 PM

Feb 16th (Mon): Elim 2-5 Flight A @ 11:00 AM, 1:30 PM, 3:00 PM, & 4:30 PM; Flight B @ 12:15 PM
Debate Topic: 2026 NSDA Feb
Registration Deadline: Jan 26, 2026

2.5 [Nationals] 2025-2026 TOC Digital Debate Series 2

One of the most prestigious tournaments, highly recommended by top colleges. Difficulty: ★★★★☆ (4/5)

PF-Rising Star, PF-Open | 6 Prelim & 6 Elim Rounds | Online | $299
Tentative Schedule (EST): 

Feb 20th (Fri): Rounds 1–2 @ 6:30, 8:05 PM

Feb 21st (Sat): Rounds 3–6 @ 12:00, 2:00, 4:00, 6:00 PM, Elim 1: 8:10 PM

Feb 22nd (Sun): Elim 2-6 @ 11:30 AM, 1:30, 3:30, 5:30, 7:30, 9:30 PM
Debate Topic: 2026 NSDA Feb
Registration Deadline: Feb 11, 2026

2.6 [Nationals] 2026 Westchester Classic

One of the most prestigious tournaments, highly recommended by top colleges. Difficulty: ★★★☆☆ (3/5)

PF-Novice, PF-JV, PF-Varsity, MS-Novice, MS-Experienced | 6 Prelim & 4 Elim Rounds | Online | $240
Tentative Schedule (EST): 

Feb 27th (Fri): Rounds 1–2 @ 7:00, 8:30 PM

Feb 28st (Sat): Rounds 3–6 @ 10:00 AM, 12:00, 2:00, 4:00 PM, Elim 1-3: 6:00, 7:30, 9:00 PM

Mar 1st (Sun): Elim 4-5  (as needed)
Debate Topic: 2026 NSDA Feb
Registration Deadline: Feb 20, 2026

3.1 [Included] Tournament Support

• Topic References: 300 pages of topic analysis, 200+ cards, frameworks & more!

• Registration & coverage of full communication with hosts

• All entry, judging, individual, and organizational fees covered
  Competitor pairing & team coordination

• Registration of Tabroom accounts for new debaters

• Starter Pro and Con Cases (Available Upon Request)

• 2x Group coaching sessions for Q&A, strategy, and guidance (Nationals Only)

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