10th Annual Middle School Tournament of Champions

May 1–4, 2026

Important Updates

● The Middle School Tournament of Champions (MSTOC) is open to students aged 14 and under

○ We don’t allow 14-year-old freshmen into the MS TOC.

Topics & Formats

All events are governed by the rules found in the 2026 Middle School Tournament of Champions procedures documents posted on Tabroom. Coaches, judges, and competitors should familiarize themselves with these materials prior to the start of the tournament. Please note that any sources read or cited as evidence in competition must be available upon request.

Public Forum Debate

April 2026 NSDA Topic | 4-4-3-4-4-3-3-3-3-2-2 Speech Times | 3 Minutes of Preparation per Team

Resolved: The United States should eliminate the President’s authority to deploy military forces abroad without Congressional approval.

World Schools Debate - Jr

Mix of Impromptu and Prepared Topics | 4-4-4-4-4-4-2-2 Speech Times |No In-Round Preparation

Motions Posted on Tabroom by Friday, April 17, 2026.
Teams of between 3 and 5 competitors

“TENTATIVE SCHEDULE - WILL BE CONFIRMED AFTER REGISTRATOIN CLOSES”