Adviser nomination: Tom Freeman has taken on a leadership role with the debate team this year. As a returning veteran, he has led practices with the novice debaters, written countless cases for both he and his partner and participated in debates in Brainerd, St. Francis and Grand Rapids. In the last two years he qualified to participate at the Minnesota State Debate Tournament and the National Debate Tournament. We look to him for his expertise as well as his steady resolve. Coaches across the state have recognized him for his talent and commented on his good nature.
GPA: 4.2.
Art activities: A Cappella Choir and Knowledge Bowl.
Brainerd High School senior Tom Freeman practiced his debate Monday at the high school. Brainerd Dispatch/ Jennifer Stockinger » Purchase reprints of this photo.
What makes you a good debater: I'm competitive and I like to speak that makes a perfect mix. I also enjoy the research and preparing the topics.
What's it like to take on a leadership role: I don't recognize it when I'm doing it. It feels good knowing that I have an impact on the younger debaters and helping the coach to alleviate stress. I enjoy helping the younger debaters as the older ones helped me when I started in ninth grade. I owe it to the seniors who helped me make it to where I am today.
Your best debate: The (public forum) debate I did at the end of last year during nationals. My partner and I knew we had to win the round and we stepped it up and won.
Person most admired: Franklin D. Roosevelt.
Memorable fine arts achievement: Winning a bid to the National Debate Tournament last year.
Favorite subject: History.
Movie you must see: Casablanca.
Favorite TV attorney: Eli Stone of Eli Stone.
Favorite book: Life of Pi.
Favorite song: Mr. Blue Sky.
Favorite restaurant: Prairie Bay.
Trait you admire in a friend: Sense of humor.
Parents: Nancy and James Freeman of Baxter.
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