The 2007 Jesuit
The West Coast Opener
Gonzaga University
Spokane, Washington
Saturday, September 15th - Monday, September 17th, 2007
Greetings,
The Gonzaga Debate Program invites you to attend the Jesuit Invitational Debate Tournament, held on the campus of Gonzaga University Saturday, September 15th - Monday, September 17th 2006. The Jesuit , which was first held at Gonzaga University in the late 1980s (then moved to St. Louis University and finally to Southern Illinois) was hosted from 1989-1998 by Greg Simerly (now of MTSU). The spirit of this tournament was always embodied in the outstanding competition (the Jesuit was the only RR in the country that you had to qualify for based on an objective system of points) and the first class, over the top hospitality. We have changed the format from a Round Robin to a full scale tournament, but nothing has changed about our hospitality. Registration will begin at 5pm, Friday, September 14th at the River Inn. Rounds begin Saturday, September 15th, at a civilized hour.
Relevant Debate Information
We plan to offer 6 preliminary debates on the 2007-2008 CEDA/NDT topic (Middle East) in Open and Junior Divisions. Once again, Greg Achten (Cal) and Jon Brushke (Fullerton) will once again run our tabroom.
The time limits are 9-3-6 with 10 minutes prep.
Judges must assign a winner and loser in each round. If that doesn't occur within a reasonable time frame the tab room will decide.
All teams with a 4-2 record will advance to elimination rounds.
All preliminary debates and double octas (if necessary) will occur on campus. Octas through finals will be held at the River Inn.
Case Book
We plan on once again producing a comprehensive casebook. We will distribute this to tournament participants as well as the community at large via e-debate. We encourage everyone to bring electronic copies of their outlines/plan texts/cites. This will help the process proceed quickly and smoothly.
Fees
$125 per team. This will include a wide range of hospitality and awards. This is a small increase over our fees of the last couple years. Unfortunately, our costs of running this tournament are rising and we are forced to pass that off to the consumer. However, as anyone who has ever attended our tournament will testify, you get your moneys worth and then some.
Judging
Each school is expected to provide one judge per two teams they bring. There are 6 rounds so a 1/2 commitment is 3 rounds. Each judge will be obligated for one round beyond the elimination of their team. We have some hired judges that we can provide, but not many. Hired judges will be given on a first come, first served basis at a fee of $150 per uncovered team. We are not trying to make money on hired judges. We would much rather have your judges than your money. If you have extra judges available from your school please let me know as we would probably like to hire them. All judges are expected to render a decision in a timely fashion and designate one, and only one, team as the winner of the debate. We plan on utilizing mutual preference judging. You will be able to enter your preference sheets online at Brushkes website. We'll contact you as the tournament draws near when its time to start ranking.
Transportation
Those of you from the region know how to get here. For those of you flying in, you should flight into the Spokane International Airport (GEG). Northwest, Alaska, Delta, Southwest, and America West all offer fair rates. The hotel shuttle will pick you up at the airport. You wont need transportation once you're at the hotel. Everything (hotel, campus, Comp USA, Kinkos, downtown restaurants and bars, etc) is all within walking distance. Seriously, don't waste your money on a rental vehicle. We will offer evidence transportation from the hotel for those teams walking to the campus (5-10 minutes). This hotel is about a 5-10 minute walk from the hotel along the river path.
Hotel Information
The tournament hotel will be The Red Lion River Inn. The tournament rate is $89.95 per night.
Reservations may be made by individual participating schools by calling Hotel’s Group Reservationist, Justin Coen, and requesting rooms under the "Gonzaga Debate Block". Mr. Coen may be reached at (509)323-2574/326-1120
The hotel block closes on September 1st. Please make your reservations soon.
You can check out more on the hotel at their website http://www.westcoasthotels.com/WHC/hotels/ShowHotel.asp?ID=42
Highlights of the Red Lion include
Flat rate of $89.95 per night. 1-4 people. The room rates have increased due to a lot of renovations (they are really nice rooms) but still reasonable considering the perks.
Free high speed internet and wireless in all rooms.
Free Parking
Complimentary shuttle to/from airport. Only 10 minute ride from the Spokane airport.
5-10 minute walk to the Gonzaga campus along a paved, lit walkway on the river. This runs from the hotel to the Gonzaga campus. YOU DO NOT NEED TO RENT A VEHICLE. If you plan on needing to utilize our evidence shuttle please contact Steve Pointer at
Short walk down the River to the footbridge across to River Front Park and downtown area. Dining, shops, nightlife, copying, computer supplies all walking distance from hotel.
Spacious bar/lounge with view of River
Right next to COMP USA (across the parking lot) and only a short drive from Staples and Office Depot.
Walking distance to Kinkos if you still use Kinkos.
If you do rent a vehicle, here are the directions to the Hotel from the Airport.
Leave Airport and follow signs to Spokane. You will soon find yourself on I-90 East.
At I-90 Exit 281 (Division St.) you should exit and stay to the left, this will take you back under the overpass
You are now heading north on Division. Immediately after you cross the Spokane River, look for the Red Lion River Inn immediately on your right. Take a right at the first light after the river and turn into the parking lot.
Entry Information:
We will be utilizing the Jon Bruschke online entry system. Online entry can be accessed at http://debateresults.com
Friday, September 14th
5pm-11pm Registration and Reception at the River Inn.
Saturday, September 15th
10am Pairings released at River Inn and on campus
12pm Round 1
3pm Round 2
6pm Round 3
Saturday, September 16th
8am Pairings released at River Inn and on campus
9am Round 4
12pm Round 5
3pm Round 6
6pm Awards Reception in The Globe Room located in Cataldo Hall.
7pm Double Octas if necessary
Monday, September 17th
8am Pairings released at River Inn and on campus
9am Octa Finals
Elims will continue until we have a champion.
NOTES:
--All teams with a 4-2 record wills clear to elimination rounds. If a double octa round is necessary it will be announced at the Awards and will occur immediately following that gathering.
--Coffee and light breakfast fair will be available on Saturday and Sunday morning for all competitors and judges.
--Snacks and beverages will be available throughout all competition days in the AD Building for all competitors and judges.
--Pizza Lunch will be served Sunday afternoon in the AD Building for all competitors and judges.
--The Tournament Hospitality Suite will be in open each night of the tournament, Friday - Mon day. Coaches, judges, and students who are 21 years or older may join us for drinks and appetizers.