Class Options

Beginner Debate:

This class is designed for students who are new to debate. Students will learn the basics of argumentation, rebuttal techniques and will finish with an understanding of competitive debate.

Public Forum Debate:

Students learn varsity level Public Forum debate, mastering case writing and advanced strategies that separate champions from the competition.

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We offer programs for beginner students and students with experience in Public Forum Debate in an interactive setting where students master fundamental techniques under expert guidance. Each session combines live instruction, practice, and personalized coaching from accomplished coaches who have qualified for prestigious competitions such as the Tournament of Champions, NSDA Nationals, and Texas Forensics Association State Tournament. Students develop confidence and skills through topic preparation, real-time practice, and immediate feedback, leaving each session ready to excel in competitive speech and debate.

Our Team

  • Anthony Brown

    DIRECTOR

    Coach Brown currently serves as the Director of Speech & Debate at Southlake Carroll. He is an NSDA National Champion coach, an IPPF World Champion coach, and a TFA State Champion coach. Additionally, his PF teams have won or reached late elimination rounds at Blue Key, the New York City Invitational, UT Austin, the Harvard Round Robin, Emory, and many more. He founded Bluebonnet in 2024 and is extremely excited to oversee the growth of our Middle School program.

  • Jason Sykes

    DIRECTOR

    Dr. Sykes is the Director of Speech & Debate at Coppell High School. He was inducted into the TFA Hall of Fame in 2020 and won the St. Mark’s Acolyte Award in 2006. He served on the TFA Executive Council from 2005 to 2009, the Lone Star NSDA District Committee from 2007 to 2009, and the North Texas Longhorns NSDA District Committee from 2019 to 2021. He is a Life Member of the National Debate Coaches Association.

  • Natalie Wang

    COACH

    Natalie competes in Public Forum debate at Southlake Carroll, where she is a three-time Tournament of Champions qualifier. and a 2025 finalist. She has advanced to elimination rounds and earned speaker awards at more than 30 tournaments across the country. In addition to competing, Natalie has extensive experience coaching middle school debaters. She's looking forward to teaching at Bluebonnet this year!