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Rounds 5 and 6: A win and a loss

February 15th, 2010 | Category: Worlds

In Round Five this morning, New Zealand (Nick, Maria, Aria) defeated the United Arab Emirates by 3-0, opposing “That doctors should report evidence of marital abuse to the police”.

In Round Six this afternoon New Zealand took its first loss of the tournament (and first at WSDC since the Grand Final in Washington in September 2008!). New Zealand (Nick, Maria, Jasmin) proposed the motion “That developing countries should have the right to prioritise economic development over the environment” against Israel, but lost in a 1-2 split.

After six rounds New Zealand is on 5 wins and 1 loss, having taken 16 judges out of 18.

Rounds 7 and 8 are tomorrow. In Round 7, New Zealand faces Nigeria, opposing “That terrorist suspects should be tried in civilian courts”. In Round 8 New Zealand is opposing against Australia on an impromptu motion”.

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4 Comments so far

  1. mary english February 15th, 2010 1:08 pm

    I know you will all bounce back quickly and continue to focus on success with each debate before you.I’m sure you are all progressing with each round.All strength to Team NZ, we watch with interest and admiration!

  2. Kathy E February 15th, 2010 2:48 pm

    We are all cheering you on from here!

  3. Joan Moran February 15th, 2010 3:19 pm

    O.K. one glitch and away you go . we are all gunning for you all and know that you will do better than you’re best We all admire you and are right behind you. c’mon New Zealand

  4. emily mair February 15th, 2010 8:22 pm

    dear Jasmin,I,m sending many good wishes and congratulations to you and the team on your many successes,so well deserved.
    Emily

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