1.

Only one (1) speech is to be presented, and it must not exceed five (5) minutes.

2.

The selection of the speech is the decision of the contestant; it should be an original piece written by the contestant to persuade or inform their audience.

3.

The speech is not to be presented as a dramatic presentation.

4.

Costumes and props are not permitted.

5.

The material must be completely memorized.

6.

​Contestants will be judged by the following criteria:

• Delivery (25)

  • Speech

  • Clarity

  • Content

  • Poise​

• Interpretation (25)

  • Diction

  • Subject Adherence

  • Appeal​

  • Pronunciation

  • Theme

  • Impression

• Platform Presence (25)​

  • Enunciation

  • Logic and Color

  • Attitude and Effect

  • Gestures Emotion/Connection

  • Audience Engagement

  • Emphasis

  • Memorization

  • Tempo

  • Time

• Projection (25)

  • Voice

  • Emphasis

  • Tone

  • Pitch

  • Volume