Breaking Barriers 2026 Results! 

Congratulations!

At the Breaking Barriers Debate Competition 2026, Teera, Katie, and Nate proudly represented YLA Debate Academy on a highly competitive stage. Competing against strong teams from various schools and institutions, they demonstrated not only advanced debating skills, but also teamwork, resilience, and professionalism. Their hard work, confidence, and dedication truly shone throughout the event.

YLA is extremely proud, keep leading with confidence and purpose! 

YLA Achievers!

Their dedication, discipline, and sustained effort resulted in exceptional outcomes, both collectively and individually. Throughout the competition, the team demonstrated consistent performance, strong preparation, and effective collaboration across all rounds.

Team Achievements

• 🥇 Top Best Team Award

• ✅ 3 Wins

• ⭐ 795 Total Points

As a team, they achieved outstanding success, earning the Top Best Team Award at the competition. Through strategic coordination and clear execution, they secured three wins and accumulated a total of 795 points, placing them at the top of the overall rankings in a highly competitive field.

Individual Achievements

In addition to their team accomplishment, each member received significant individual recognition, an exceptional achievement that reflects their high level of skill and consistency:

• 🥇 Nate — 1st Best Speaker Award, recognized for his analytical depth, clarity of argumentation, and confident delivery

• 🥈 Katie — 2nd Best Speaker Award, awarded for her strategic insight, organization, and effective engagement

• 🥉 Teera — 3rd Best Speaker Award, acknowledged for her thoughtful reasoning, strong rebuttals, and composure

This rare sweep of the top speaker awards highlights the team’s consistency, advanced strategic thinking, and effective communication across every round. These achievements reflect both individual excellence and the strength of the team’s overall preparation and performance.