Thank you everyone for participating in the 2026 NHSDLC Spring Guangzhou Regional Tournament.
Congratulations to all teams for competing in, and completing this tournament in a second language on the topic of whether, on balance, the cultural shift toward “anti-neijuan(内卷)” attitudes is more beneficial than harmful. This issue is highly relevant to today’s intense societal and economic pressures—especially in high-competition environments—and will undoubtedly shape the future of individuals, workplaces, and communities worldwide. Gaining a deeper understanding of the benefits and challenges of embracing anti-neijuan mindsets versus traditional involution-driven cultures better prepares students to think critically about personal well-being, sustainable productivity, cultural values, and long-term societal progress. Regardless of how many debates you won, you should be proud of the progress you’ve made in communication, critical thinking, and research skills through your participation. We hope you found the tournament both challenging and educational!
We also hope that all students have noticed growth in their debating skills and will continue to benefit from their participation. Dedication to debate is certain to pay off in the future, and we are excited to see where your journey takes you next!
Click here to see the ballots and comment sheets from the tournament ! [Password:7eth]
If you've enjoyed debating this season and want to continue to challenge yourself, consider attending our 2026 Summer Debate Camps .
Open Division
Congratulations to the Runners-Up - 祝贺亚军团队
506 - 谭雅妍 - 广东碧桂园学校（佛山市）& 507 - 江彦瑾 - 广东碧桂园学校
A huge congratulations to the Champions - 祝贺冠军团队
514 - 李寅杰 - 深圳市新哲书院 & 515 - 易奕 - Sendelta International Academy
Congratulations to the Top Speakers - 祝贺获得最佳辩手奖的选手
516 - 吴凡 - 深圳香港培侨书院龙华信义学校
507 - 江彦瑾 - 广东碧桂园学校
514 - 李寅杰 - 深圳市新哲书院
Middle School Division
Congratulations for advancing into Middle School Division Elimination Rounds - 祝贺所有进入初中组淘汰赛的队伍 (In Numerical Order)
110111
114115
116117
124125
Congratulations to the Top Speakers - 祝贺获得最佳辩手奖的选手
115 - CAI Amy - 香港保良局蔡繼有學校
114 - 彭詩妤 - GOOD HOPE SCHOOL
110 - 李子懿 - 广州市新侨学校
124 - 汪铭轩 - 城市绿洲学校
125 - 罗友成 - 深圳城市绿洲学校
Middle School Novice Division
Congratulations for advancing into Middle School Novice Division Elimination Rounds - 祝贺所有进入初中新手组淘汰赛的队伍 (In Numerical Order)
310311
312313
318319
320321
Congratulations to the Top Speakers - 祝贺获得最佳辩手奖的选手
301 - 贾琬宸 - 广州华外同文外国语学校
311 - 郭睿恒 - 广州暨大港澳子弟学校英东校区
321 - 王陌言 - 华南师范大学附属花都学校
319 - LOBIE ALEXANDRA ISIS - 北京师范大学南山附属学校
300 - 李芷恩 - 暨大港澳子弟学校（英东校区）APAL学部