[GFCA] Novice classification request

[Mario Herrera]

I believe the GFCA bylaws give some clarity regarding what constitutes a
"novice." The rules are fairly clear on this point. While I am empathetic
about the situation, I don't feel there is much wiggle room. Here are the
specific the bylaws, 2.81d(6) and 2.81e, page 6:


(6) A student who has competed in a different forensic activity but is in
their first resolution of policy debate is considered a novice.

(e) A student is no longer eligible for competition in the
first-year/novice division once they have reached competition in their
second year resolution.

I think Adam had some interesting ideas in regards to continuing the
activity for the student in questions. While I cannot and do not speak for
the entire board, this is my reading of the situation.

Mario Herrera

On Tue, Nov 1, 2011 at 10:30 AM, Jeffrey Miller <jmill126 at gmail.com> wrote:

> I have heard interpretations that if you debated less than 5 (or even less
> than 10) rounds, you're still considered a novice the next year.
>
> I would be fine with the 5 round rule, but not the 10 round rule.
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