Frazier ’26 and Bourbeau ’27 Score Big in Forensics Team’s Debut Season
The Rollins Forensics Team continues its standout debut season at the Sunshine Series Part 2 Tournament, with Aidan Frazier ’26 and Gisele Bourbeau ’27 earning top honors in debate and interpretation events.
November 18, 2025
The Rollins Forensics Team continues its remarkable debut season with several wins at the Sunshine Series Part 2 Tournament, held November 7-8. Facing a field of 28 colleges and universities from across the country, Rollins students earned top honors in both debate and individual events.
- Aidan Frazier ’26 earned Rollins’ first intercollegiate debate title, securing the Junior Varsity Championship with a 7-1 record and unanimous 3-0 decisions in semifinal and final rounds. “Aidan’s professionalism and strategic clarity impressed every judge,” says communication professor and head coach David Painter. “His championship performance highlights the academic rigor and composure that define our students.”
- Gisele Bourbeau ’27 advanced to finals, winning second place in Varsity Dramatic Interpretation with a monologue exploring themes of aging, identity, and resilience. “Gisele’s performance was both artistically mature and emotionally affecting,” shares Painter. “Earning second place in Varsity Interpretation at her first college tournament speaks volumes about her talent and discipline.”
- Anthony Figlozzi ’28, Ella Hutsell ’29, and Pristine Sitaula ’28 won multiple debate rounds with strong speaker scores, establishing the basis for continued success.
“Our first semester has established our foundation,” says Painter. “The next will define our trajectory as we will compete at the State Championship Tournament in February and potentially the nationals in March 2026.”
Any Rollins students, faculty, or staff interested in learning more about the team are encouraged to contact David Painter at dpainter@rollins.edu.
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