Article by Phoenix writer Isabel Connolly ’23:
The Kellenberg Speech and Debate team qualified seven students to the National Catholic Forensic League Tournament in Louisville, Kentucky. Throughout two competitions on March 18 and 25, these students faced tough Long Island competition to secure their spots.
The National Catholic Forensic League Tournament is one of the most prestigious tournaments in the country.
Junior James Abruzzo commented, “Last year I had the opportunity to attend the NCFL Tournament when it was hosted in Washington, DC. The experience of competing against some of the best in the country was invaluable.”
Veteran NCFL competitors James Abruzzo and senior Jake Truncale will be joined by the new faces of seniors Jane Bagatta, Chase Filandro, and Kieran Laffey and juniors Paulina Barnjak and Kevin Vitale.
“I am so glad I have this chance to compete my senior year,” noted Jane Bagatta. “Competing at Nationals is a culmination of four years of hard work.”
The Kellenberg Team will be traveling down to the River City together Memorial Day weekend to compete. Good luck to all those competing!
