INVITATION: (note that the invite in an alternative format suitable for cutting and pasting appears below).

INVITATION: (note that the invite in an alternative format suitable for cutting and pasting appears below).

August 14, 2009

Dear Colleagues,

The HOLT V. SPICER DEBATE FORUM and the Department of Communication at MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY invite you and your squad to attend the 2009 Missouri State - Virginia Craig Tournament, Saturday - Monday, Sept 26-28, 2009.

The “Bear-Shock” Merger
In 2007, the Craig has merged with the Moorhouse Invitational (Wichita State University) to form the Bear-Shock. The entry counts have grown since the merger; last year, the Bear Shock reached partial doubles in Open, partial Octos in JV, and partial Semis in Novice. We remain committed to keeping the tournaments coordinated through the following shared practices:
1. The tournament will consistently use a 7 round format, including Sunday night partials (allowing us to clear half the field) and Monday rounds at the tournament hotel.
2. The awards will be coordinated between the tournaments to encourage consistency, including any ‘special’ awards.
3. The tournament will have excellent hospitality, including multiple meals included with the low entry fee
4. The tournament will offer reduced fees for new programs, per CEDA guidelines, and is willing to discuss fee reductions or other appropriates case by case.
5. Three divisions offered (Open, JV, and Novice); judge preference in EACH division.
6. Wichita State & Missouri State will collaborate to provide a strong presence in the tab room and the judging pool.
7. Both schools will enter teams eligible to clear and earn awards. Tab decisions impacting host teams will be handled with the involvement of the off-year host to assure fairness.

Reasons to attend our tournament:
1. 4 meals (2 breakfast, 2 lunch) provided, plus steady supply of snacks throughout the weekend.
2. Excellent competition. We draw from both inside and outside D3, and expect to combine the traditional draws of both Missouri State and Wichita State to create an even larger tournament. We have several confirmations at this time.
3. A generally welcoming and hospitable attitude
4. Very impressive trophies
5. Pre-sets released Friday night
6. Hotel has wireless, yet is under $70 a night
7. Quality elimination round facilities in the hotel

Enclosed you will find various rules and regulations, a schedule of events, housing information, and an entry form. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at (417) 496-7141 or ermocito@gmail.com anytime.

We hope to see you in Springfield.

Sincerely,
Eric Morris, Director of Forensics
Heather Walters, Assistant Director of Forensics
Doowon Chung, Graduate Assistant

TOURNAMENT INFORMATION

DEBATE: there will be OPEN, JUNIOR and NOVICE divisions of team debate.
Divisions will be based on current CEDA rules. We plan to run Open, JV & Novice 7 rounds each, although Novice may be reduced if entries compel. We are strongly inclined against collapsing Novice into JV unless the division is not viable. Judges will be assigned using a mutual preference system. We hope to use the Bruschke online system to facilitate judge prefs prior to arrival. At least rounds 5-7 will be power matched, and Round 3 & 4 as well if entries warrant. We will NOT use lag powering for rounds 5-7. All team divisions will use the 9-3-6 CX format with 10 minutes preparation. The current CEDA/NDT topic will be utilized. We intend to clear the top half of all teams (per recent CEDA rule changes).

GENERAL INFORMATION OF INTEREST
TOURNAMENT HOTEL: The tournament will be housed at the Clarion Hotel, 3333 S. Glenstone Ave. They are offering an incredible flat rate of $69 + tax for up to 4 per room. Please be sure to mention that you are participating in the Missouri State-Virginia Craig Debate Tournament to get the special rate. PLEASE MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS NOW!! The block closes on September 1, 2009, and could fill up before then.
The Clarion is committed to locating rooms for as many elimination rounds as the tournament size warrants, up to a full double octofinals. The Clarion has FULLY upgraded to high speed wireless internet in all sleeping rooms and meeting spaces. They are including a complimentary full service breakfast buffet with rooms. Debate registration, a coaches' reception, the awards ceremony on Monday, and all elimination rounds Monday will be held in the Clarion Hotel. We strongly encourage all schools to stay at the Clarion.
Clarion Phone Number: 417-883-6550
Our sales contact is Cindy Ebbert, and she’s excellent at solving problems.

REGISTRATION: Debate Registration will be held at the Clarion Hotel, Friday, September 25, from 7-9 pm. If you are going to arrive after 7 pm, please call us during that window so we can confirm your registration and release pairings. We plan to release pairings on Friday evening, but we will attempt to confirm all entries before doing so. Eric Morris can be reached by cell phone for late arrivers at 417-496-7141.

JUDGES: Each school is required to provide one judge for every two (2) debate entries or portion thereof, entered. Judges covering one debate team are committed for four (4) rounds. Judges covering two debate teams are committed for all preliminary round debates. All debate judges are committed for one elimination round after the elimination of their teams. HIRED JUDGES ARE LIMITED. Most of our alums have moved away. We cannot guarantee that they will be available. If you desire to hire judges, let us know ASAP. If you have judges who are willing to be hired or who will judge extra for $25.00 per round, please let us know.

AWARDS: We will provide awards for all teams reaching elimination rounds in debate. In addition, the top 10 speakers in open and junior division will be recognized. At least five speakers will be recognized in novice division. We also reserve the right to award "special" awards should circumstances dictate.

ENTRY FEES: Entry and judging fees will be as follows:
$75.00 per debate team
$25.00 per uncovered debate round

ENTRY DEADLINE: All entries should be in the hands of the Tournament Director no later than Wednesday, September 23, at 4 pm CDT. Drops after that time may still be assessed an entry fee. Please register online using DebateResults.com. E-Mail entries are accepted at ericmorris@missouristate.edu if complications arise with the debateresults.com system. If you fail to receive confirmation, please contact us again. The phone number is (417) 496-7141. Please be prepared to provide us with names for each entry.

MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY 2009 VIRGINIA CRAIG INVITATIONAL DEBATE TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Thursday, Sept 24
Noon: Judge preference sheets can be filled out online at the Bruschke cite. It is important that each school finalize its entry and judging commitments prior to this time.

Friday, Sept 25
7:00 to 9:00 pm Debate Registration, Clarion Inn
9:00pm PAIRINGS FOR ROUNDS 1 & 2 WILL BE RELEASED

Saturday, Sept 26
8:30am Coffee, Juice & Doughnuts, Craig Hall
9:00 am Round 1 (Preset)
11:30 am Round 2 (Preset)
1:00 pm LUNCH PROVIDED
3:00 pm Round 3 (High-High)
5:30 pm Round 4 (High-Low)

Sunday, Sept 30
7:30 am , Juice & Doughnuts, Craig Hall
8:00 am Round 5 (High-High)
11:30 am Round 6 (High-Low)
1:30 pm LUNCH PROVIDED
3:00 pm Round 7 (High-Low, Flip) & Novice Elims
6:30 pm Partial Elims in any Division (MoState Campus)

Monday, October 1 CLARION INN
8:00 am Announcement of Elimination Pairings
8:30 am Elimination Round
10:30 am Awards Assembly
11:00 am Remaining Elimination Rounds.
ALL MONDAY ELIMINATION ROUNDS WILL BE HELD AT THE CLARION INN!

Contact Information
Eric Morris
(O) 417-836-7636
(H) 417-865-6866
(M) 417-496-7141
ermocito@gmail.com

Heather Walters
(O) 417-836-6564
hlw267f@missouristate.edu

August 14, 2009 Dear Colleagues, The HOLT V. SPICER DEBATE FORUM and the Department of Communication at MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY invite you and your squad to attend the 2009 Missouri State - Virginia Craig Tournament, Saturday - Monday, Sept 26-28, 2009. The “Bear-Shock” Merger In 2007, the Craig has merged with the Moorhouse Invitational (Wichita State University) to form the Bear-Shock. The entry counts have grown since the merger; last year, the Bear Shock reached partial doubles in Open, partial Octos in JV, and partial Semis in Novice. We remain committed to keeping the tournaments coordinated through the following shared practices: 1. The tournament will consistently use a 7 round format, including Sunday night partials (allowing us to clear half the field) and Monday rounds at the tournament hotel. 2. The awards will be coordinated between the tournaments to encourage consistency, including any ‘special’ awards. 3. The tournament will have excellent hospitality, including multiple meals included with the low entry fee 4. The tournament will offer reduced fees for new programs, per CEDA guidelines, and is willing to discuss fee reductions or other appropriates case by case. 5. Three divisions offered (Open, JV, and Novice); judge preference in EACH division. 6. Wichita State & Missouri State will collaborate to provide a strong presence in the tab room and the judging pool. 7. Both schools will enter teams eligible to clear and earn awards. Tab decisions impacting host teams will be handled with the involvement of the off-year host to assure fairness. Reasons to attend our tournament: 1. 4 meals (2 breakfast, 2 lunch) provided, plus steady supply of snacks throughout the weekend. 2. Excellent competition. We draw from both inside and outside D3, and expect to combine the traditional draws of both Missouri State and Wichita State to create an even larger tournament. We have several confirmations at this time. 3. A generally welcoming and hospitable attitude 4. Very impressive trophies 5. Pre-sets released Friday night 6. Hotel has wireless, yet is under $70 a night 7. Quality elimination round facilities in the hotel Enclosed you will find various rules and regulations, a schedule of events, housing information, and an entry form. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at (417) 496-7141 or ermocito@gmail.com anytime. We hope to see you in Springfield. Sincerely, Eric Morris, Director of Forensics Heather Walters, Assistant Director of Forensics Doowon Chung, Graduate Assistant TOURNAMENT INFORMATION DEBATE: there will be OPEN, JUNIOR and NOVICE divisions of team debate. Divisions will be based on current CEDA rules. We plan to run Open, JV & Novice 7 rounds each, although Novice may be reduced if entries compel. We are strongly inclined against collapsing Novice into JV unless the division is not viable. Judges will be assigned using a mutual preference system. We hope to use the Bruschke online system to facilitate judge prefs prior to arrival. At least rounds 5-7 will be power matched, and Round 3 & 4 as well if entries warrant. We will NOT use lag powering for rounds 5-7. All team divisions will use the 9-3-6 CX format with 10 minutes preparation. The current CEDA/NDT topic will be utilized. We intend to clear the top half of all teams (per recent CEDA rule changes). GENERAL INFORMATION OF INTEREST TOURNAMENT HOTEL: The tournament will be housed at the Clarion Hotel, 3333 S. Glenstone Ave. They are offering an incredible flat rate of $69 + tax for up to 4 per room. Please be sure to mention that you are participating in the Missouri State-Virginia Craig Debate Tournament to get the special rate. PLEASE MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS NOW!! The block closes on September 1, 2009, and could fill up before then. The Clarion is committed to locating rooms for as many elimination rounds as the tournament size warrants, up to a full double octofinals. The Clarion has FULLY upgraded to high speed wireless internet in all sleeping rooms and meeting spaces. They are including a complimentary full service breakfast buffet with rooms. Debate registration, a coaches' reception, the awards ceremony on Monday, and all elimination rounds Monday will be held in the Clarion Hotel. We strongly encourage all schools to stay at the Clarion. Clarion Phone Number: 417-883-6550 Our sales contact is Cindy Ebbert, and she’s excellent at solving problems. REGISTRATION: Debate Registration will be held at the Clarion Hotel, Friday, September 25, from 7-9 pm. If you are going to arrive after 7 pm, please call us during that window so we can confirm your registration and release pairings. We plan to release pairings on Friday evening, but we will attempt to confirm all entries before doing so. Eric Morris can be reached by cell phone for late arrivers at 417-496-7141. JUDGES: Each school is required to provide one judge for every two (2) debate entries or portion thereof, entered. Judges covering one debate team are committed for four (4) rounds. Judges covering two debate teams are committed for all preliminary round debates. All debate judges are committed for one elimination round after the elimination of their teams. HIRED JUDGES ARE LIMITED. Most of our alums have moved away. We cannot guarantee that they will be available. If you desire to hire judges, let us know ASAP. If you have judges who are willing to be hired or who will judge extra for $25.00 per round, please let us know. AWARDS: We will provide awards for all teams reaching elimination rounds in debate. In addition, the top 10 speakers in open and junior division will be recognized. At least five speakers will be recognized in novice division. We also reserve the right to award "special" awards should circumstances dictate. ENTRY FEES: Entry and judging fees will be as follows: $75.00 per debate team $25.00 per uncovered debate round ENTRY DEADLINE: All entries should be in the hands of the Tournament Director no later than Wednesday, September 23, at 4 pm CDT. Drops after that time may still be assessed an entry fee. Please register online using DebateResults.com. E-Mail entries are accepted at ericmorris@missouristate.edu if complications arise with the debateresults.com system. If you fail to receive confirmation, please contact us again. The phone number is (417) 496-7141. Please be prepared to provide us with names for each entry. MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY 2009 VIRGINIA CRAIG INVITATIONAL DEBATE TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Thursday, Sept 24 Noon: Judge preference sheets can be filled out online at the Bruschke cite. It is important that each school finalize its entry and judging commitments prior to this time. Friday, Sept 25 7:00 to 9:00 pm Debate Registration, Clarion Inn 9:00pm PAIRINGS FOR ROUNDS 1 & 2 WILL BE RELEASED Saturday, Sept 26 8:30am Coffee, Juice & Doughnuts, Craig Hall 9:00 am Round 1 (Preset) 11:30 am Round 2 (Preset) 1:00 pm LUNCH PROVIDED 2:00 pm Round 3 (High-High) 4:30 pm Round 4 (High-Low) Sunday, Sept 30 7:30 am , Juice & Doughnuts, Craig Hall 8:00 am Round 5 (High-High) 11:30 am Round 6 (High-Low) 1:30 pm LUNCH PROVIDED 3:00 pm Round 7 (High-Low, Flip) & Novice Elims 6:30 pm Partial Elims in any Division (MoState Campus) Monday, October 1 CLARION INN 8:00 am Announcement of Elimination Pairings 8:30 am Elimination Round 10:30 am Awards Assembly 11:00 am Remaining Elimination Rounds. ALL MONDAY ELIMINATION ROUNDS WILL BE HELD AT THE CLARION INN! Contact Information Eric Morris (O) 417-836-7636 (H) 417-865-6866 (M) 417-496-7141 ermocito@gmail.com Heather Walters (O) 417-836-6564 hlw267f@missouristate.edu

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INVITATION: (note that the invite in an alternative format suitable for cutting and pasting appears below). August 14, 2009 Dear Colleagues, The HOLT V. SPICER DEBATE FORUM and the Department of Communication at MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY invite you and your squad to attend the 2009 Missouri State - Virginia Craig Tournament, Saturday - Monday, Sept 26-28, 2009. The “Bear-Shock” Merger In 2007, the Craig has merged with the Moorhouse Invitational (Wichita State University) to form the Bear-Shock. The entry counts have grown since the merger; last year, the Bear Shock reached partial doubles in Open, partial Octos in JV, and partial Semis in Novice. We remain committed to keeping the tournaments coordinated through the following shared practices: 1. The tournament will consistently use a 7 round format, including Sunday night partials (allowing us to clear half the field) and Monday rounds at the tournament hotel. 2. The awards will be coordinated between the tournaments to encourage consistency, including any ‘special’ awards. 3. The tournament will have excellent hospitality, including multiple meals included with the low entry fee 4. The tournament will offer reduced fees for new programs, per CEDA guidelines, and is willing to discuss fee reductions or other appropriates case by case. 5. Three divisions offered (Open, JV, and Novice); judge preference in EACH division. 6. Wichita State & Missouri State will collaborate to provide a strong presence in the tab room and the judging pool. 7. Both schools will enter teams eligible to clear and earn awards. Tab decisions impacting host teams will be handled with the involvement of the off-year host to assure fairness. Reasons to attend our tournament: 1. 4 meals (2 breakfast, 2 lunch) provided, plus steady supply of snacks throughout the weekend. 2. Excellent competition. We draw from both inside and outside D3, and expect to combine the traditional draws of both Missouri State and Wichita State to create an even larger tournament. We have several confirmations at this time. 3. A generally welcoming and hospitable attitude 4. Very impressive trophies 5. Pre-sets released Friday night 6. Hotel has wireless, yet is under $70 a night 7. Quality elimination round facilities in the hotel Enclosed you will find various rules and regulations, a schedule of events, housing information, and an entry form. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at (417) 496-7141 or ermocito@gmail.com anytime. We hope to see you in Springfield. Sincerely, Eric Morris, Director of Forensics Heather Walters, Assistant Director of Forensics Doowon Chung, Graduate Assistant TOURNAMENT INFORMATION DEBATE: there will be OPEN, JUNIOR and NOVICE divisions of team debate. Divisions will be based on current CEDA rules. We plan to run Open, JV & Novice 7 rounds each, although Novice may be reduced if entries compel. We are strongly inclined against collapsing Novice into JV unless the division is not viable. Judges will be assigned using a mutual preference system. We hope to use the Bruschke online system to facilitate judge prefs prior to arrival. At least rounds 5-7 will be power matched, and Round 3 & 4 as well if entries warrant. We will NOT use lag powering for rounds 5-7. All team divisions will use the 9-3-6 CX format with 10 minutes preparation. The current CEDA/NDT topic will be utilized. We intend to clear the top half of all teams (per recent CEDA rule changes). GENERAL INFORMATION OF INTEREST TOURNAMENT HOTEL: The tournament will be housed at the Clarion Hotel, 3333 S. Glenstone Ave. They are offering an incredible flat rate of $69 + tax for up to 4 per room. Please be sure to mention that you are participating in the Missouri State-Virginia Craig Debate Tournament to get the special rate. PLEASE MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS NOW!! The block closes on September 1, 2009, and could fill up before then. The Clarion is committed to locating rooms for as many elimination rounds as the tournament size warrants, up to a full double octofinals. The Clarion has FULLY upgraded to high speed wireless internet in all sleeping rooms and meeting spaces. They are including a complimentary full service breakfast buffet with rooms. Debate registration, a coaches' reception, the awards ceremony on Monday, and all elimination rounds Monday will be held in the Clarion Hotel. We strongly encourage all schools to stay at the Clarion. Clarion Phone Number: 417-883-6550 Our sales contact is Cindy Ebbert, and she’s excellent at solving problems. REGISTRATION: Debate Registration will be held at the Clarion Hotel, Friday, September 25, from 7-9 pm. If you are going to arrive after 7 pm, please call us during that window so we can confirm your registration and release pairings. We plan to release pairings on Friday evening, but we will attempt to confirm all entries before doing so. Eric Morris can be reached by cell phone for late arrivers at 417-496-7141. JUDGES: Each school is required to provide one judge for every two (2) debate entries or portion thereof, entered. Judges covering one debate team are committed for four (4) rounds. Judges covering two debate teams are committed for all preliminary round debates. All debate judges are committed for one elimination round after the elimination of their teams. HIRED JUDGES ARE LIMITED. Most of our alums have moved away. We cannot guarantee that they will be available. If you desire to hire judges, let us know ASAP. If you have judges who are willing to be hired or who will judge extra for $25.00 per round, please let us know. AWARDS: We will provide awards for all teams reaching elimination rounds in debate. In addition, the top 10 speakers in open and junior division will be recognized. At least five speakers will be recognized in novice division. We also reserve the right to award "special" awards should circumstances dictate. ENTRY FEES: Entry and judging fees will be as follows: $75.00 per debate team $25.00 per uncovered debate round ENTRY DEADLINE: All entries should be in the hands of the Tournament Director no later than Wednesday, September 23, at 4 pm CDT. Drops after that time may still be assessed an entry fee. Please register online using DebateResults.com. E-Mail entries are accepted at ericmorris@missouristate.edu if complications arise with the debateresults.com system. If you fail to receive confirmation, please contact us again. The phone number is (417) 496-7141. Please be prepared to provide us with names for each entry. MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY 2009 VIRGINIA CRAIG INVITATIONAL DEBATE TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Thursday, Sept 24 Noon: Judge preference sheets can be filled out online at the Bruschke cite. It is important that each school finalize its entry and judging commitments prior to this time. Friday, Sept 25 7:00 to 9:00 pm Debate Registration, Clarion Inn 9:00pm PAIRINGS FOR ROUNDS 1 & 2 WILL BE RELEASED Saturday, Sept 26 8:30am Coffee, Juice & Doughnuts, Craig Hall 9:00 am Round 1 (Preset) 11:30 am Round 2 (Preset) 1:00 pm LUNCH PROVIDED 3:00 pm Round 3 (High-High) 5:30 pm Round 4 (High-Low) Sunday, Sept 30 7:30 am , Juice & Doughnuts, Craig Hall 8:00 am Round 5 (High-High) 11:30 am Round 6 (High-Low) 1:30 pm LUNCH PROVIDED 3:00 pm Round 7 (High-Low, Flip) & Novice Elims 6:30 pm Partial Elims in any Division (MoState Campus) Monday, October 1 CLARION INN 8:00 am Announcement of Elimination Pairings 8:30 am Elimination Round 10:30 am Awards Assembly 11:00 am Remaining Elimination Rounds. ALL MONDAY ELIMINATION ROUNDS WILL BE HELD AT THE CLARION INN! Contact Information Eric Morris (O) 417-836-7636 (H) 417-865-6866 (M) 417-496-7141 ermocito@gmail.com Heather Walters (O) 417-836-6564 hlw267f@missouristate.edu August 14, 2009 Dear Colleagues, The HOLT V. SPICER DEBATE FORUM and the Department of Communication at MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY invite you and your squad to attend the 2009 Missouri State - Virginia Craig Tournament, Saturday - Monday, Sept 26-28, 2009. The “Bear-Shock” Merger In 2007, the Craig has merged with the Moorhouse Invitational (Wichita State University) to form the Bear-Shock. The entry counts have grown since the merger; last year, the Bear Shock reached partial doubles in Open, partial Octos in JV, and partial Semis in Novice. We remain committed to keeping the tournaments coordinated through the following shared practices: 1. The tournament will consistently use a 7 round format, including Sunday night partials (allowing us to clear half the field) and Monday rounds at the tournament hotel. 2. The awards will be coordinated between the tournaments to encourage consistency, including any ‘special’ awards. 3. The tournament will have excellent hospitality, including multiple meals included with the low entry fee 4. The tournament will offer reduced fees for new programs, per CEDA guidelines, and is willing to discuss fee reductions or other appropriates case by case. 5. Three divisions offered (Open, JV, and Novice); judge preference in EACH division. 6. Wichita State & Missouri State will collaborate to provide a strong presence in the tab room and the judging pool. 7. Both schools will enter teams eligible to clear and earn awards. Tab decisions impacting host teams will be handled with the involvement of the off-year host to assure fairness. Reasons to attend our tournament: 1. 4 meals (2 breakfast, 2 lunch) provided, plus steady supply of snacks throughout the weekend. 2. Excellent competition. We draw from both inside and outside D3, and expect to combine the traditional draws of both Missouri State and Wichita State to create an even larger tournament. We have several confirmations at this time. 3. A generally welcoming and hospitable attitude 4. Very impressive trophies 5. Pre-sets released Friday night 6. Hotel has wireless, yet is under $70 a night 7. Quality elimination round facilities in the hotel Enclosed you will find various rules and regulations, a schedule of events, housing information, and an entry form. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at (417) 496-7141 or ermocito@gmail.com anytime. We hope to see you in Springfield. Sincerely, Eric Morris, Director of Forensics Heather Walters, Assistant Director of Forensics Doowon Chung, Graduate Assistant TOURNAMENT INFORMATION DEBATE: there will be OPEN, JUNIOR and NOVICE divisions of team debate. Divisions will be based on current CEDA rules. We plan to run Open, JV & Novice 7 rounds each, although Novice may be reduced if entries compel. We are strongly inclined against collapsing Novice into JV unless the division is not viable. Judges will be assigned using a mutual preference system. We hope to use the Bruschke online system to facilitate judge prefs prior to arrival. At least rounds 5-7 will be power matched, and Round 3 & 4 as well if entries warrant. We will NOT use lag powering for rounds 5-7. All team divisions will use the 9-3-6 CX format with 10 minutes preparation. The current CEDA/NDT topic will be utilized. We intend to clear the top half of all teams (per recent CEDA rule changes). GENERAL INFORMATION OF INTEREST TOURNAMENT HOTEL: The tournament will be housed at the Clarion Hotel, 3333 S. Glenstone Ave. They are offering an incredible flat rate of $69 + tax for up to 4 per room. Please be sure to mention that you are participating in the Missouri State-Virginia Craig Debate Tournament to get the special rate. PLEASE MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS NOW!! The block closes on September 1, 2009, and could fill up before then. The Clarion is committed to locating rooms for as many elimination rounds as the tournament size warrants, up to a full double octofinals. The Clarion has FULLY upgraded to high speed wireless internet in all sleeping rooms and meeting spaces. They are including a complimentary full service breakfast buffet with rooms. Debate registration, a coaches' reception, the awards ceremony on Monday, and all elimination rounds Monday will be held in the Clarion Hotel. We strongly encourage all schools to stay at the Clarion. Clarion Phone Number: 417-883-6550 Our sales contact is Cindy Ebbert, and she’s excellent at solving problems. REGISTRATION: Debate Registration will be held at the Clarion Hotel, Friday, September 25, from 7-9 pm. If you are going to arrive after 7 pm, please call us during that window so we can confirm your registration and release pairings. We plan to release pairings on Friday evening, but we will attempt to confirm all entries before doing so. Eric Morris can be reached by cell phone for late arrivers at 417-496-7141. JUDGES: Each school is required to provide one judge for every two (2) debate entries or portion thereof, entered. Judges covering one debate team are committed for four (4) rounds. Judges covering two debate teams are committed for all preliminary round debates. All debate judges are committed for one elimination round after the elimination of their teams. HIRED JUDGES ARE LIMITED. Most of our alums have moved away. We cannot guarantee that they will be available. If you desire to hire judges, let us know ASAP. If you have judges who are willing to be hired or who will judge extra for $25.00 per round, please let us know. AWARDS: We will provide awards for all teams reaching elimination rounds in debate. In addition, the top 10 speakers in open and junior division will be recognized. At least five speakers will be recognized in novice division. We also reserve the right to award "special" awards should circumstances dictate. ENTRY FEES: Entry and judging fees will be as follows: $75.00 per debate team $25.00 per uncovered debate round ENTRY DEADLINE: All entries should be in the hands of the Tournament Director no later than Wednesday, September 23, at 4 pm CDT. Drops after that time may still be assessed an entry fee. Please register online using DebateResults.com. E-Mail entries are accepted at ericmorris@missouristate.edu if complications arise with the debateresults.com system. If you fail to receive confirmation, please contact us again. The phone number is (417) 496-7141. Please be prepared to provide us with names for each entry. MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY 2009 VIRGINIA CRAIG INVITATIONAL DEBATE TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Thursday, Sept 24 Noon: Judge preference sheets can be filled out online at the Bruschke cite. It is important that each school finalize its entry and judging commitments prior to this time. Friday, Sept 25 7:00 to 9:00 pm Debate Registration, Clarion Inn 9:00pm PAIRINGS FOR ROUNDS 1 & 2 WILL BE RELEASED Saturday, Sept 26 8:30am Coffee, Juice & Doughnuts, Craig Hall 9:00 am Round 1 (Preset) 11:30 am Round 2 (Preset) 1:00 pm LUNCH PROVIDED 2:00 pm Round 3 (High-High) 4:30 pm Round 4 (High-Low) Sunday, Sept 30 7:30 am , Juice & Doughnuts, Craig Hall 8:00 am Round 5 (High-High) 11:30 am Round 6 (High-Low) 1:30 pm LUNCH PROVIDED 3:00 pm Round 7 (High-Low, Flip) & Novice Elims 6:30 pm Partial Elims in any Division (MoState Campus) Monday, October 1 CLARION INN 8:00 am Announcement of Elimination Pairings 8:30 am Elimination Round 10:30 am Awards Assembly 11:00 am Remaining Elimination Rounds. ALL MONDAY ELIMINATION ROUNDS WILL BE HELD AT THE CLARION INN! Contact Information Eric Morris (O) 417-836-7636 (H) 417-865-6866 (M) 417-496-7141 ermocito@gmail.com Heather Walters (O) 417-836-6564 hlw267f@missouristate.edu Return to Tournament Calendar