Welcome to the Yorktown Patriots
Debate & Speech Team!
Coaches: Ms. Millie Solomon, Mr. Duane Hyland,
Ms. Ann-Marie Phillips and Ms. Terry Eiserman
The Yorktown Debate and Speech Team was a nationally recognized powerhouse in the 1970s and 1980s. After some years off, the team was started again in 1998, and has quickly grown into a team that has enjoyed many successes. Team members have won state championships in policy debate and dramatic interpretation. Members have also qualified for and attended the NCFL Grand Nationals in Student Congress, Extemporaneous Speaking, Policy Debate, and Lincoln Douglas Debate. The Yorktown Debate and Speech Team competes in the Washington-Arlington Catholic Forensics League, a division of the National Catholic Forensics League. Also, Yorktown competes in the National District of the Virginia High School League.
The Merits of Debate and Speech
The public speaking skills cultivated by competition remain with you for life. In a world where communication is vital, the ability to orally express yourself with clarity and precision is essential. Whether in casual conversation, college or job interviews, or school presentations, a well-spoken individual will garner attention.