Contrary to the previous competitions, this year I was not stressed neither about the competition nor about its results, though I wanted the best. I don't know why. No, I think I know- two reasons: 1) two brand new members in the club, 2) less than two weeks of full swing practice due to my trips to India.
Pius and I thought that the motions were very easy, mind you, easy motions are not easy to debate at times. I adjudicated first two rounds, and nothing much to write here about them.
The motion for the third round was exactly what we practiced during one of our session. THW allow only Aftrican Nations to involve in African Conflicts. I wonder how our team couldn't make it! It is a cake for Zay and Mo, even for Pius. *sigh*
The cheif adjudicator was new this year. Out of my four years this is the 3rd Chief. He is quite interactive, a bit over, sometimes. I found the 'I' too much in him, well people are differnt. I really miss Dr Omar. So sad.
The adjudicators need to know more. I came into debate almost the same time with some of them. But the way I see them is, sad. Please take some interest in knowing things, learning about debate...study..study...i think i can write a booklet with my experience. And What saddens me is the missing professionalism in judging. I really wish things will change for good in future.
We were allocated Aristotle, which is closer comparing the previous years, but still I preferred the last block simply becuase of its stillness. I missed my walking.
My debaters, it is not easy to satisfy the adjudicaters, any adjudicater for that matter. They all have different perception. Don't let this adjudicaters syndrom let you influence you. Just do your part well beyond question. You will have a place.
I feel a positive aura in our club, keep few things in mind - bond, understanding, committment, dedication, and most importantly passion. I want you to be the Champions in Yayasan.. Four long years of waiting...two times we were alsmost there....please don't disappoint me...
Hope you won't. Amen.
