Apply for ASU’s 2026 Regents’ Cup debate team by Oct. 31

Fulton Schools students are invited to a fantastic opportunity to earn scholarship money, course credit and experience an amazing event that celebrates free speech at Arizona’s public universities.

The Regents’ Cup is an annual event hosted by the Arizona Board of Regents. It is a debate and storytelling event that brings together teams from Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University and the University of Arizona for a day-long tournament.

Any student may apply, regardless of former debate experience. Students compete in either Oxford debate or persuasive storytelling, sharing true stories from personal experiences.

The board awards generous scholarships to first, second and third place winners: $15,000, $12,000 and $5,000, respectively. All other team members receive a $500 scholarship. The funds can be used at student’s discretion to support and advance their education. Students are also eligible to receive internship or course credit for their work.

Regents’ Cup honors participants for articulating different points of view in an environment where competitors remain civil and respectful. This year’s competition, centered around the theme of liberty and responsibility, is on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the University of Arizona.

University teams are selected in November and on-campus coaches prepare students for the competition in April.

Watch recent Regents’ Cup storytelling winners and other content and the 2023 Oxford debate winner.

We encourage you to consider applying to this event and potentially representing Arizona State University. We believe the experience you will gain will enhance your academic goals. All are welcome to attend the event and watch the debate and storytelling events.

Apply for ASU’s 2026 Regents’ Cup team by Friday, Oct. 31, 2025 at 11:59 p.m.