Forensics keeps it up

MHCC’s Forensics team had an exceptional weekend at the 42nd Annual Mike Dugaw Smelt Classic, hosted by Lower Columbia Community College on Nov. 8-9.

Every team member won awards and the Mt. Hood team finished in first place for community colleges and came in third in the overall sweepstakes.

“The level of competition was the same and in some ways, more intense, especially in debate. Very competitive field,” said coach Shannon Valdivia.

All members on the team brought home awards, ranging from first to fourth place.

The team is taking a three-week break from competition, but continue to prepare for a showdown at Clark College on Dec. 6-7. “We are adding new events in preparation for Clark College but just putting our noses to the grindstone and keeping the machine moving forward,” said Valdivia.

Asked who might be the Saints’ most promising contender, Valdivia replied, “THE WHOLE TEAM!”