Schools Debating Competition
Western Australia's premiere debating championship.
Welcome to the information page of the WADL Schools Debating Competition, our flagship annual high school debating championship. Here, you can find season info, guides, and useful documentation.
SDC Finals Series
The SDC Finals Series comprises the elimination rounds of the Schools Debating Competition. Students compete in five knock-out rounds, culminating in the Grand Final in late August, which features the final two Novice, Junior and Senior teams.
Debate Times
Novices
5:15 PM
Juniors
6:15 PM
Seniors
7:15 PM
Finals Dates
| Finals Round | Division(s) | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Double Octofinals |
Novice |
28 July |
Shenton College |
|
Double Octofinals |
Junior |
29 July |
Perth Modern |
|
Octofinals |
All |
4 August |
Shenton College |
|
Quarterfinals |
All |
11 August |
Perth Modern |
|
Semifinals |
All |
18 August |
Perth Modern |
|
Grand Final |
All |
25 August |
State Library WA |
Learning Resources
To find comprehensive resources - including guides, videos and rules - check out our guides on the Resource Hub for 3v3 debating.