A student may enter up to 3 events, but it is the responsibility of the competitor to make each round


Judging Requirements

Schools MUST provide 1 judge for every 6 slots entered and must be available at all times the school is in competition and one round beyond the schools elimination.

Hotel and Accomidations
Room blocks are being held at the Marriott in Fullerton (2701 East Nutwood Avenue Fullerton, CA 92831/ 714-738-7800)   Note that ALL reservations are a transaction between the establishment and you/your program.

The hotel is offering rooms at $79.00 per day.  Please use this venue since they have adjusted their rates for this tournament.  To book rooms call 1-800-228-9290 and ask for the Fullerton Speech rate.

If you have any problems please contact me at fullertonspeech@yahoo.com

Rules

All CHSSA rules apply. 

Rules for Sports Broadcasting are:

"Sports Broadcasting” is a limited preparation event designed to promote and improve audio play-by-play and commentary of athletic events. Specifically, this event encourages development of sports communication background and knowledge as well as delivery and presentation skills.           

Each round will consist of a 30-minute preparation period and a 5-minute performance.  

For each preparation period, including the final round, students will receive: 

a.      A digital copy of a 5-minute section of the game. (preliminary plans include NCAA football, basketball, and baseball).

b.     The sports information packets from each university/team.

c.      Updated team statistics.

d.      Final box score

** competitors are expected to provide their own DVD-capable laptop computer.

JUDGING CRITERIA:

• Demonstration of a depth and breadth of knowledge of the sport(s), team(s), game (s) and player(s) at hand.
• Demonstration of effective “radio” delivery, including, but not limited to volume, pitch, rate, articulation, clarity and involvement.
• Demonstration of an ability to determine and prioritize the importance of information provided in the preparation period.
• Demonstration of an ability to understand, follow and respect the time limits of the event.