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Honoring the Past, Leading the Future

Utah Debate Coaches Association Executive Committee

The success of the UDCA is built on the dedication, vision, and leadership of our Executive Committee members, past and present. Their commitment to fostering excellence in debate has shaped our community, empowered students and educators, and strengthened the foundation of competitive speech and debate.

UDCA Executive Committee

To our current Executive Committee: Thank you for continuing this important work. Your dedication ensures that UDCA remains a vibrant, inclusive, and forward-thinking community. As you guide us into the future, we appreciate your commitment to upholding the values of education, integrity, and excellence in debate.

Mary Thayer, Congress Committee Chair
Doug Welton, Treasurer
Mike Shackelford, President
Tanner Latham, Director of Judges
Tanya Roundy, Tournament Director

UDCA Hall of Fame

To our former UDCA debate coaches: Your dedication and passion have shaped the foundation of this organization. Through your mentorship, UDCA has grown, evolved, and continued to provide invaluable opportunities for students, fellow coaches, and judges. Your commitment to excellence has set a high standard, and we are deeply grateful for the time, energy, and expertise you have brought to us.

We thank them for their dedication and efforts on the part of their students and teams.

2019-2021

Jo Daley Croft

Moses Baca

Brooke Gregg

Sharon Ellsworth

Cindy Sidwell

2018

Sherry Duncan

Gail Scoville

2017

Judie Roberts

LeeAnn Hyer

Kent Hyer

2016

Carol Shackelford

Laren Swensen

Scott Mansfield

Dave Smith

2015

Leslie Robinett

Ryan Hoglund

UDCA Constitution

Together, past and present, dedicated individuals have made UDCA what it is today — a thriving organization that inspires critical thinking, effective communication, and lifelong learning. We celebrate this ongoing service and look forward to the continued growth and success of UDCA.

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