Connecting Champions Across Continents
Join us for NOF's second annual international tournament, where young voices from around the world come together to inspire, challenge, and elevate one another.
With participants spanning continents, this tournament fosters an inclusive community of driven, passionate students dedicated to refining their skills and making their voices heard. Step up, speak out, and be part of a truly global conversation!
2026 Tentative Schedule*
*These times are equivalent; schedule may be adjusted due to number of entries.
Pacific time
Sat July 18 - 4:00pm - Round 1
Sat July 18 - 5:15pm - Round 2
Sat July 18 - 6:30pm - Round 3
Sun July 19 - 4:00pm - Round 4
Sun July 19 - 5:45pm - Elimination 1
Sun July 19 - 7:00pm - Elimination 2**
Mon July 20 - 4:00pm - Awards
Beijing time
Sat July 19 - 7:00am - Round 1
Sat July 19 - 8:15am - Round 2
Sat July 19 - 9:30am - Round 3
Mon July 20 - 7:00am - Round 4
Mon July 20 - 8:45am - Elimination 1
Mon July 20 - 10:00am - Elimination 2**
Mon July 20 - 7:00am - Awards
Key Points:
Registration is due by July 10, 2026 at 8pm Pacific time on ForensicsTournament.net
Entry fees payable only by credit card on the website. Payment will be available the week of the tournament.
Each school is required to provide one judge for every 5 IE entries per pattern/2 debate teams. At the discretion of the Tournament Director, uncovered entries may be allowed (penalty fees apply).
The tournament will use synchronous video conferencing.
There will be a single championship division for all events.
Competitors will be recognized with Gold, Silver, and Bronze awards. If international shipping of awards is not feasible, alternative awards may include certificates and gift cards. Please see NOF bylaws for the number of awards. All competitors in elimination rounds will receive recognition.
