Thunder Basin HS Speech & Debate

WY State Speech and Debate has come to an end. This years tournament was a wild ride; from high winds on our way down on Thursday that included a brown out from a dust storm, staying an extra night because roads were closed due to wind, and a delay leaving this morning because of rode conditions again. We are finally on our way home!
We had an amazing season and we are so proud of our team!
Congratulations to the following:
Jeremiah B: Impromptu Semi-finalists
Elle V & Sawyer C: Congressional Debate finalists

We are on our way to the State Speech and Debate Tournament in Cheyenne! Go Bolts!

Bring on the competition at the Big Horn Invitational!

Want to support amazing students - TBHS Speech & Debate is looking for judges for the Bolts Blast January 9-10!
Never judged before, thats ok! No experience needed, we’ll train you, feed you, and make it easy!
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2026 Bolt Blast Tournament Thank you for signing up to judge at our tournament January 9th & 10th! This tournament will be held at Thunder Basin High School. We will offer a judge lounge with snacks, refreshments, and meals. If you are a community or volunteer judge, this tournament is our team's largest fundraiser, so helpin...

We are off to the Worlando Beach Invitational.

Heading out to Thermopolis for the Hot Springs HS Speech & Debate Tournament!

Best of luck to all of our competitors that are performing in the musical performance of Oklahoma this weekend at TBHS!

TBHS Speech & Debate kicks off the season strong!

Our team traveled to Powell this weekend for NWC’s Trapper Rendezvous Speech & Debate Tournament and came home with 1st place in 4A Sweepstakes!

Individual results:
Novice Congress – Avery C. 1st, Elijah H. 2nd
Varsity Congress – Elle V. 3rd, Sawyer C. 4th
Novice LD – Rylee W. 1st
Varsity LD – Elle V. 1st
Novice Impromptu – Dominic R. 5th, Austin B. 7th
Varsity Impromptu – Sawyer C. 3rd
Novice Humor – Parker C. 1st, Jude H. 2nd
Varsity POI – Emily C. 4th

We’re so proud of everyone’s hard work, teamwork, and strong start to the season! 💙🖤
A huge thank-you to Northwest College, Powell High School, and everyone who helped host the Trapper Rendezvous — we appreciate your hospitality and the opportunity to compete!

We are en route to Powell for the inaugural tournament of the season.

We are heading to the Fall Coaches Conference. We are eager for Speech and Debate to begin.

We are on our way to Speech and Debate Nationals in lovely Des Moines.

We are proud to share our 2025 State Speech & Debate Results:
4A Humor 3rd - Jeremiah B
4A Lincoln-Douglas Debate 3rd - Elle V
Sammy L - Semifinalist Impromptu
Rachel W- Quarterfinalist Impromptu
Congress
Elle V - 6th
Ellie L - Finalist
Aiden H - Best Chair - round 2, Finalist

🎉✨ A huge congratulations to all our competitors! This weekend was packed with excitement—filled with unforgettable highs and valuable lessons from the lows. Each moment contributed to an incredible journey, and we couldn't be prouder of your dedication and spirit. Thank you for making this season truly remarkable!