NAU team earns top honors at the TIFA Fall 2026 tournament

NAU team earns first place in Duo Dramatic Interpretation and fifth place in Poetry at TIFA tournament.

The North American University (NAU) Speech & Debate Team continues to build on its recent success, earning another impressive set of results at the Texas Intercollegiate Forensic Association (TIFA) tournament on Saturday, November 7, at Central Texas College in Killeen, Texas.

Competing across multiple categories, the team delivered strong performances, bringing home first place and a Top Performance Award in Duo Dramatic Interpretation, along with fifth place in Poetry.

The achievement marks the team’s second recent competitive success and a strong finish to its Fall 2026 tournament schedule.

Representing NAU were returning team members Hojaahmet Sahatmyradov, Fabio Nhampossa, Craig Ssemakula, and Owen Aminiel, competing under the tournament leadership of Coach J. Keller.With another successful competition behind them, the Speech & Debate Team closes out the fall season on a high note, continuing to represent NAU with dedication, talent, and excellence.

Congratulations to the team and Coach Keller on another outstanding achievement!