The Marshall Spalter Cup
2026 — Springdale, AR/US
Umbrella Topics
Impromptu
Round 1: Ahoy, Matey! (Sailor Themed Quotes)
Round 2: Get Lit (illuminated objects)
Round 3: Blinded by the Lights (Song Titles from The Weekend)
Round 4 (Semi-Finals): Oceanside Ambiance
Round 5 (Finals): Westward Expansion
Round 6 (if needed): How do I get there? (Directions Themed)
Round 7 (if needed): West Coast Phenomenon (Landmarks)
Extemp
Round 1 (Domestic): US Economy
Round 2 (International): Great Power Competition
Round 3 (Domestic): US Technology
Round 4 (International) (Semi-Finals): Global Economics
Round 5 (Domestic) (Finals): American Democracy
Round 6 (International) (if needed): Climate Change Initiatives
Round 7 (Domestic) (if needed): Public Health
Duet Improv:
Round 1: Beach Day!
Round 2: Illuminated Scenarios
Round 3: Ocean Animals
Round 4: Traveling West
Round 5: Sailing Situations
Round 6: In the Skies
Round 7: Seen at High School
IPDA:
Round 1: Social Media
Round 2: Education
Round 3: Societal Implications
Round 4: Health and Wellness
Round 5: Technology
Round 6: International Relations
Round 7: Climate