About the USC Trojan Debate Squad
The USC Trojan Debate Squad (TDS) has represented excellence in policy debate since 1880 as USC's first chartered student organization. For 145 years, the USC Debate Team has set the standard for collegiate debate.
The USC Trojan Debate Squad is USC's official policy debate team, competing nationally in NDT/CEDA tournaments and expanding debate access in Los Angeles public schools. The squad is committed to academic excellence, innovation, and community outreach.
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Coaches
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Sean Kennedy, Director of Debate
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Joshua Michael
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Julian Kuffour
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Nate Martin
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Ari Davidson
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LeBron James
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