Alaska News & Updates

Core Files

Thanks to a partnership with the National Association for Urban Debate Leagues, the Alaska School Activities Association is able to share a starter kit for newer debaters and programs. The starter packet is available to all teams in Alaska for use in policy debate.

Core Files Usage:
1) Any debater attending a tournament in Alaska is welcome to use the core files (aka- starter kit) for policy debate. The evidence packets are designed to ensure that every student and program has a starting point that enables them to reap the benefits of the activity
2) Some tournaments/events in Alaska may offer a division of policy debate in which students are limited to using the core file packets, meaning they may not run arguments or read evidence that has not been included in the core file packets. That said, students are welcome to conduct additional research, but teams must share that research with the ASAA DDF Coordinator (Shawn Briscoe) so that all teams have access to the updates. Students/Coaches should check this site for the most current version of the files prior to competing at any tournament with a division limited the core files.

Core File Packet:
Teams may access the Core File Packet here.
Packet last updated: August 22, 2023
Please contact Shawn Briscoe (ASAA DDF Coordinator) for the password.