DSDL 2 Apex Friendship
2026 — Apex, NC/US
Festival Platform Speaking (Novice)
Event Description:
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Includes: Original Oratory & Informative Speaking
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Time limits: 10-minute maximum with 30-second grace period, per DSDL event rules.
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Speeches must be the original work of the competitor.
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Direct quotation limit: No more than 150 words of direct quotation.
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Memorization: Competitors who use notes or refer to a script during the presentation may not be ranked above “Developing.” Judges are allowed to use their discretion and discernment on Developing vs. Beginning on the rubric when it comes to script use.
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Script on demand: Per By-Law 4.B.7, all competitors must bring a written or digital copy of their presentation and must produce it upon request. Failure to produce results in disqualification.
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Re-use: No student may use a piece used in any previous competition season (By-Law 4.B.6).