2026SEP 19
Capital City Season Opener
Public Forum · Lincoln-Douglas
Regional competition
Youth voices belong in the room
Think clearly.
Speak boldly.
The Youth Development Resource Center Debate Club is a place to build confidence, challenge ideas, and become a powerful communicator—one round at a time.
ARGUE WITH PURPOSE ✦ LISTEN WITH CURIOSITY ✦ LEAD WITH COURAGE ✦ ARGUE WITH PURPOSE ✦
01 / ABOUT USMore than a club.
More than a club.
A launchpad.
Debate teaches young people to turn curiosity into confidence.
Members learn research, critical thinking, public speaking, teamwork, and respectful disagreement in a supportive community built for growth.
Allexperience levels welcome
4+competitive formats explored
1team behind every speaker
02 / 2026 SEASONWhere we’re
Where we’re
showing up.
Our competition schedule grows throughout the season. Check the club calendar for the latest times, locations, and registration deadlines.
Tournaments we’re attending
2026OCT 17
Fall Classic Invitational
Policy · Student Congress
Regional competition
2026NOV 14
Voices of Tomorrow Tournament
All club events
Regional competition
Tournaments we’re hosting
YDRC Community Debate Day
A welcoming scrimmage for new and returning debaters, with feedback after every round.
Event detailsWinter Words Showcase
Our year-end tournament and celebration featuring student congress and public forum rounds.
Event detailsSchedule shown is a planning draft and can be updated as tournament details are confirmed.
03 / STAY IN SYNCOne club.
One club.
Two calendars.
Keep up with practices, tournaments, deadlines, workshops, and one-on-one member meetings.
PUBLIC CALENDAR
Club plans & events
Practices, competitions, workshops, and community events.
MEMBER SCHEDULING
Book a meeting
Schedule a check-in, coaching session, or team meeting.
Replace these links with the club’s shareable Google Calendar and appointment schedule URLs.