John Joyce debate at Hawken for 4 years. He is attending the University of Michigan. John amassed 10 bids, qualified for the TOC twice, qualified for NSDA Nationals 3 times, and has been ranked in the top 10 in the nation. He reached deep elimination rounds at multiple tournaments, including Emory, Durham, Bronx, and the UK Season Opener. As a debater, he is very flex, having gone for many substance and progressive positions. John also reached elimination rounds in LD, and is well versed in theory debate as well as LARP/substance debate. He spent more time researching and prepping Ks than going for them, but also went for various Ks. John also developed a passion for lay debate, recently reaching semifinals at the OSDA State tournament and finals of the Three Rivers Invitational.