Speaking of... River Valley Speakers

Three River Valley speakers earned championship honors in their respective categories at Saturday’s Redwood Valley tournament, featuring over 250 speakers from 21 schools.

Brandon Roiger was a champion in informative speaking, Mariah Hoyt earned the highest honor in prose and Molly Dunn was the storytelling champion. River Valley placed seventh as a team. Worthington was the team champion.

Other River Valley speakers who were recognized include Isaac Kirschstein-5th place in original oratory; blue ribbon winners, Kalina Kastner-original oratory, Cody Schwartz-prose and Hannah Johnson-storytelling. Scott Vogel received a red ribbon in discussion.

Speakers will have next weekend off and will travel to Martin County West High School on Saturday, Feb. 23. Junior high speakers in grades 7-12 will compete at the T-M-B meet on Thursday, Feb. 21 in Tracy.