LASA ‘25

Hi! I’m Christian. I am a rising senior at the Liberal Arts and Sciences Academy in Austin, Texas. One of my favorite parts of debating for LASA is the emphasis on helping coach novices on the weekends. Helping organize another year of NSDI offers a perfect chance to expand on those opportunities!

Blue Valley West ‘25

Hi! I’m Iman. I am a rising senior at Blue Valley West in Overland Park, Kansas. I learned how to debate in a lay format but have since transitioned. Coming from a smaller program myself, I am super excited to help spread opportunities to debaters from all different types of backgrounds!

Berkley Preparatory School ‘25

Hi! I’m Sameer! I’m a rising senior at Berkley Preparatory School in Tampa, Florida. I started policy debate in middle school and have primarily read critical arguments throughout my career. I’m super excited to be helping out this year and hope that NSDI can provide expanded opportunities for debaters of all backgrounds!

LASA ‘25

Hi! I’m Anita. I am a rising senior at the Liberal Arts and Science Academy in Austin, Texas. Debate has been an extremely important part of my life and I love helping others get more into the activity. I’ve spent a majority of my career debating online, so I know how crucial more accessible debate opportunities are!

Montgomery Bell Academy '25

Hi! I'm Kavneer. I'm a rising senior at Montgomery Bell Academy in Nashville, Tennessee. My favorite part of debate is the research involved in preparation. I was taught how to debate in a more traditional way, but this year I’ve explored more critical arguments. I’m really excited to get to know you all!

Berkeley Preparatory School ‘25

Hi! I’m Michael. I’ll be a senior at Berkeley Prep in Tampa, FL this year. I’ve debated for 4 years and gone for primarily critical strategies, but enjoy flexible styles as well. I love debate and I know how much it’s done for me and others,, so I couldn’t be more excited to help you all out!