Allison's post-WSDC message:
WSDC is done but debate is forever in my heart. There are some loses (lots of it) but then some priceless wins. All and all it was THE experience of a lifetime. I will never forget what’s it like working in a team, brainstorming and setting up a proper case although it has its lop holes and flaws, its just wonderful to be able to do that and feel the adrenaline rush everytime i debate. And i know theres so many people to thank…but the one i need to thank most is Cheyenne Tan and Afah Nabilah. My most beautiful teammates whose there when i cried after losing so many times and is also there to hold my hands when the first time we won and breathe a relief of "finally".
Knowing the experience of WSDC, i know that debate will never die in our hearts. We will continue this debate legacy that Tracy Tan and Samantha Si started. They are school legends that uphold the name and game of the debate sport. We will never let them down. I want to thank Jonathan Melvin as well, even thou we got our ups and downs at WSDC, you hold me in your arms when i lose and when i couldn't take anymore loses. You hugged me and tell me that its ok to lose and no matter what you'll be there for me. And when i got our first win..once again..you never fail to hold me and congratulate me. But then, this can't be accomplish with my partners in crime, Chey and Afah. I love you guys so much and we will always be the team that i most proud of. Chey, in times when you are nervous and scared...you never fail to held your head up high graciously even when at times we lost. Afah...you fight for our case and also for us. I will forever be grateful.
You two was there to hold my hand and i know you guys will still do that for me and us.
I love you guys so much!
Cheyenne's post-WSDC message:
Remember how I told y’all about my “dream month”? Yeah, well, it’s all over now.. Kindda sad, actually. I mean, sure, it’s been STRESSFUL like crazy, but I really had FUN. all the things I’ve learned from so many people are undeniably priceless. And so, this post is a tribute to those who have been by my side from the very start. Here’s a list of everyone, what they’ve done and I’ve learned from them:
1. Who: Afah Nabilah
What she did: Sat down, brainstormed, discuss on so many debate motions so many times with me. A teamate every debater dream to have.
What I learn: To never get sidetrack when we still don’t have stand, policy, points, elobaration and rebuttals.
2. Who: Allison Jong
What she did: The glue of our debate team, the fighter who never stops fighting even until the moments when all hope is lost. Showed everyone that 3 brains are better than 1. Another teamate every debater dream to have.
What I learn: Win or lose, debate is still part of our life, no point fighting half way through the game.
3. Who: Sheryl Si
What she did: Made the whole winning-losing process easier for all of me, one smart 14 year old, small but POWERFUL (giggle like crazy little girls over the “S guy” with me =) )
What I learn: The main objective in debate is, quote, “TO WIN”.
4. Who: Cheryllina Venecia
What she did: Laugh at me everytime she sees me or when I talk
What I learn: Not to ever do that when there’re emergencies and stay humble no matter what you have in life.
5. Who: Caryl Teh
What she did: A fiery Whip (3rd speaker)
What I learn: Stand up for your team’s case well during a debate.
6. Who: Cyan Tan
What he did: Comfort me whenever i’m annoyed, frustrated and angry. Know well enough to leave me alone when it is he need to.
What I learn: Sometimes, having a twin brother is not so bad after all.
7. Who: Jonathan Melvin
What he did: Make me feel better when I totally freak out about WSDC.
What I learn: There’s nothing to be afraid about and he was right about WSDC being so much fun.
8. Who: Samantha Si
What she did: Giving us all the tips, encouragement and guide we needed to pull it through the competition. Make us want to make her proud.
What I learn: Having faith and patience in someone is rewarding
9. Who: Sasha Zavreas and Cynthia Sim
What they did: Gave tips and encouragement, told us that they were proud of us when we needed to hear it most.
What I learn: That there’s nothing wrong with losing at all.
10. Who: Saravana
What he did: Helped us in the last minute, literally. Most helpful and generous.
What I learn: There’s no harm in helping people if it brightens up their day.
11. Who: Swinburne debaters and adjudicators
What they did: Critisised but gave priceless advices to each and everyone of us
What I learn: That someday, I could be like them too.
12. Who: Judy Hong
What she did: Kept me updated with the happenings and dramas that i’ve missed in school. Helped me with my test papers and many other things and also, for not being selfish like some people in the class are.
What I learn: This is what friends are for, there for us even when we aren’t around.
I know there are probably many other people out there who did help me with many things one way or another. If you are not on the list, bear in mind that this post is also a tribute to you. For, everyone on this list, i’m sorry if I’ve spelled your names wrongly and if I’ve missed out other things that I should be grateful for, i apologise too. Again, I can’t thank each and everyone of you enough for EVERYTHING.
P/S: This list is NOT arranged in order
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