Most debaters are taught what to argue, not how to argue. Most debaters can make arguments, but can’t convince a judge. What I’ve learned throughout my career as a debater is that winning in debate isn’t just about being right and structuring a disadvantage properly; it’s about making the judge care enough to want to vote for you. It’s about leveraging the talents God gave you to speak truth on stage at the podium or from a table in a broom closet. I want to help you get there. My name is Malachi Smith, and I’m the 2024-2025 Team Policy Speaker Champion and the 2025-2026 Team Policy Debate Champion. In my first year of debate in Lincoln-Douglas, I knocked multiple high-ranking debaters out of nationals to finish 12th overall as a thirteen-year-old. In the next three years as a Team Policy debater, my partner and I checked at every tournament, had a winning record at every tournament, and placed in the top ten at all but one tournament we attended. I finished my career with first-place wins in Mars Hill, Original Oratory, Extemporaneous, and Parliamentary debate under my belt. I want to help you do the same or better. For three years, my partner and I fought for our goal to win Nationals, and we did. But we didn’t do it alone. So many speakers and debaters have the drive and ability to win; they just need someone to help them get there. That’s where I come in. If you know what your goals are as a team or individually, and even if you’re trying to figure out what those might be, give me a call. You already have a voice. My job is to help you turn it into something judges can’t ignore. Pricing can vary depending upon what you want or need, just be sure to let me know what you’re looking for at: [email protected]
