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End of Season Championship

Recognizing Growth, Confidence, and Achievement

On May 2, 2026, Potomac Debate Academy hosted our End of Season Championship at the University of Maryland. Students from across our programs came together for a full day of debate, collaboration, and competition.

From opening rounds to finals, students demonstrated confidence, preparation, and respect for one another. We are incredibly proud of every student who participated and grateful to the families, coaches, and supporters who helped make the event possible.

 

“Debate teaches students how to think critically, communicate clearly, and advocate with confidence.”

— Potomac Debate Academy

Event Highlights
  • Hosted at University of Maryland
  • Three competitive preliminary rounds
  • Championship finals and awards
  • Student-led debates and speeches
  • Families and coaches in attendance

What Students Gain

  • Confidence in public speaking
  • Structured argumentation skills
  • Real tournament-style experience
  • Critical thinking and analysis

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  • 2026 End of Season Championship

    Congratulations to all students who participated in the 2026 End of Season Championship held at the University of Maryland.

    Speakers

    Throughout the championship event, students demonstrated confidence, preparation, and public speaking excellence across multiple debate rounds.

    Joint First Speaker
    • Kate Leblanc
    • Sanmaya Srivastava
    2nd Speaker
    • Jiya Bhanushali
    3rd Speaker
    • Zhiyuan Feng

  • Will S. (MS Open)
    Alexa Z. (ES & MS Intermediate)
    Anne Z. (MS Open)
    Atalante L. (ES & MS Intermediate)
    Preston K. (ES Open)
    Suhana S. (ES & MS Rookie)
    Tara Y. (HS Open)
    Will S. (MS Open)

    First Place Speech

    James L. (Speech)

  • Kailash S. (ES Open)
    Meera B. (HS Open)
    Grace Z. (MS Open)
    Naomi G. (ES & MS Rookie)
    Neel S. (HS Rookie)
    Nevyan P. (ES & MS Intermediate)
    Arya P. (ES Open)
    Ritika M. (ES & MS Intermediate)
    Anaya D. (HS Open)

    Second Place Teams
    Aditi N. (MS Open)
    Joyce L. (ES & MS Rookie)
    Valentina C. (ES & MS Intermediate)
    Rishita D. (ES & MS Intermediate)
    Yughan S. (ES Open)
    Andy Z. (HS Open)
    Justin L. (HS Open)
    Sophie L. (ES Open)
    Thomas Y. (MS Open)
    Jordan B. (HS Rookie)
    Camden H. (ES & MS Rookie)
    Akshara V. (HS Rookie)