IPOD (GA) - Dec 6, 2025 | Status: Preview | 6:53 PM Eastern
Community Judge registration will open at 8:00 am Mon 10/06/2025 (Eastern)
Tournament Status will update to Open at 8:00 am Wed 11/05/2025 (Eastern)
Tournament Status will update to Drops only at 8:00 pm Wed 11/19/2025 (Eastern)
Late fee will be applied at 9:00 pm Wed 11/19/2025 (Eastern)
Tournament Status will update to Closed at 8:00 pm Wed 11/26/2025 (Eastern)
Meal registration will close at 8:00 pm Wed 11/26/2025 (Eastern)
Community Judge registration will close at 8:00 pm Sat 12/06/2025 (Eastern)
This status is used while the tournament is still being setup.
This status means tournament registration is open. Families can register for the tournament.
This status means only registration drops are allowed. There are no new entries allowed but families can drop entries.
This status means registration is currently closed for the tournament. There are no adds or drops allowed. Please contact the tournament director with any questions.
This status means the tournament is completed.
Lincoln Douglas Value Debate
Resolved: In foreign policy, diplomacy is more effective than military intervention.
Team Policy Debate
Resolved: The United States Federal Government should substantially reform its policy toward one or more countries in Central/South America.
Stoa desires to promote professionalism and modesty in behavior and dress. Therefore, we will follow Stoa's guidance for our tournament dress code.
Competition
During competition and awards ceremony, students must dress in modest, professional business attire. However, tasteful Christmas accessories are permitted and encouraged.
Professional business attire for Gentlemen
Suit or slacks and blazer jacket
Collared shirt and tie
Professional dress shoes and socks
Professional business attire for Ladies
Skirt or pantsuit
Slacks, skirt, or dress with a blazer
No leggings or tights as pants
Hemlines and slits no higher than middle of the knee
Hose optional
Professional dress shoes
Awards Ceremony
Students must attend the awards ceremony in full competition attire.
Violations
If the competitor’s attire at any time during the tournament is deemed in violation of the dress code, the competitor will be asked to come into compliance with the dress code. A student will not be allowed to participate in competition or awards without compliance.
If you are planning to stay overnight, here are some options north of town but not far from the tournament (10-15 minutes):
Hampton Inn Columbus - North
7390 Bear Ln
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 256-2222
http://hilton.com
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus at Northlake
7336 Bear Ln
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 507-7200
http://ihg.com
Lincoln Douglas
QualifyingTeam Policy
Qualifying
We would be so pleased if you would share in some Christmas cheer with us as we compete in a friendly little debate tournament southern style. We are offering Team Policy and Lincoln Douglas debate in a one day tournament format served alongside some holiday fun!
Date: Saturday, December 6; check in at 8 am; awards at 8 pm
Location: Gentian Baptist Church, 3853 Gentian Blvd., Columbus, GA
Student Registration opens: Wednesday, Nov. 5 at 8 am
Student Registration closes: Wednesday, Nov. 19 at 8 pm
Cost: $40 per event
Please note: After student registration closes, no refunds will be made and drops will incur a fee of $15.00 per event. Additionally, a late fee of $25 will be applied to each registration that is not paid in full when registration closes.
Dress Code: We will follow the Stoa dress code though tasteful Christmas themed accessories are permitted and encouraged.
Important: Competitors must be Stoa members to compete with us. Also, each competitor is responsible for getting their judging requirements covered. We will do our best to recruit community judges to relieve some of the burden on parents, but, as we all know, these tournaments can not happen without parents.
Meals: Students will have the option to purchase lunch and supper during the registration process. The other option is to pack your food and bring it with you. There will not be time to leave for food once the tournament begins.
Parents: check back. We are working on options for you.
WELCOME Community Judges! We thank you for your investment in our students as they develop the skills to speak boldly and change the world for Christ. Please follow the link on the left for Community Judge registration so we can prepare for your arrival.