Extemporaneous Speaking
What to Expect
At MGC Extemp, our mission is straightforward: to deliver a summer extemporaneous speaking program that caters to students new to the event and those aiming for national final rounds, all at a lower cost compared to larger camps. Our track record speaks for itself, with students consistently achieving success at TFA state finals and national circuit tournaments.
How do we achieve this?
- Personalized Attention From Experienced Staff - Our small lab sizes are led by seasoned educators who have coached state champions and national finalists, bringing a wealth of experience in speech and debate leadership and coaching.
- Practice and Feedback - Students engage in daily speech delivery and receive valuable feedback from experienced coaches, fostering growth and improvement through hands-on learning.
- Varied Learning Experiences - From vocal exercises to theory lectures, labs, practice speeches, and communication drills, our program offers a wide array of activities to enhance students' understanding of extemporaneous speaking.
- Real-World Application - A mock tournament at the camp's conclusion allows campers to apply their skills in realistic scenarios, preparing them for success in competitive environments.
- Affordability - MGC Extemp is dedicated to providing top-notch extemporaneous speaking training at a fraction of the cost of larger camps, ensuring accessibility to students from diverse backgrounds passionate about excelling in speech and debate.
2025 Daily Schedule
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 9 AM | Warm-Ups |
| 9:15 AM | Content Lecture and Activities |
| 10:20 AM | Content Lecture and Activities |
| 11:30 AM | Lunch Break |
| 1:00 PM | Extemp Theory Lecture |
| 2:00 PM | Camp-Wide Practice Round |
| 4:00 PM | Labs |
| 6:00 PM | Dinner Break |
| 7:30 PM | Drills, Office Hours, or Showcase Speeches |
| 8:30 PM | End of Daily Activities |
*Classes on July 6 will start at 1pm (after check-in)
Divisions, Dates, and Pricing
| Session | Dates | In-Person | Commuter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Extemporaneous Speaking | July 11 – July 18 | $1,400 | $1,100 |
Division Director
Meghan Clark
A Texas native who grew up in the Wichita Falls area and competed in extemporaneous speaking and Lincoln-Douglas debate for UIL; she placed second in extemp at the state level in both 2006 and 2007. She has coached speech and debate for eight years, including seven years at Newcastle ISD and one year in Plano ISD at Vines High School. At Newcastle ISD, she coached multiple students to regional and state success in Lincoln-Douglas debate, policy debate, and extemporaneous speaking. At Vines High School, she coached students to an NSDA district championship and the semifinalist round at Nationals. She enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with family, and lives in the Frisco area.
Division Staff
Andrea Lewis
Andrea Lewis has been coaching speech and debate since 2021 and is excited to return to Mean Green Comet Camp for her second year as an instructor. In just a few years, she has coached students to elimination rounds at TFA State (including a 6th place finish) as well as final rounds at NIETOC and TOC, UT final rounds, NSDA octofinals, and multiple district championships. Known for her fundamentals-first approach, Andrea believes that mastering the basics is the key to long-term competitive success.
Rehan Buvvaji
Rehan Buvvaji is a rising freshman who is excited to be coaching at MGC this summer! As a competitor, Rehan champed Harvard and placed 5th at the Montgomery Bell Academy Extemp Round Robin, along with finaling at Emory, NIETOC, Glenbrooks, the Longhorn Classic, and TFA State. He can't wait to help students discover their unique style, sharpen their advocacy, and bring out the endless fun that lies in extemp.
Sasha Morel
Sasha Morel is a rising sophomore at the University of Florida, as well as the limited preparation coach at Trinity Preparatory School in Orlando, FL. During his high school career, he won the Extemp TOC and ASU Invitational and was a finalist at TFA, the Glenbrooks, and Emory. As a coach, his students have made numerous national final appearances and have received an MBA invite. Outside of speech and debate, he is an opinion columnist for the Florida Alligator and is a foreign policy instructor for international students.
Testimonials
"Mean Green Comet is hands-down the best extemp camp in America. Not only did it help me learn structure and delivery skills which I continue to use in every speech, but it also did so in a fun environment which let me develop my own style. Beyond providing an awesome experience, MGC is also much more affordable than most other camps. Attending is a no-brainer for anyone who wants to level up their extemp game."
-Waleed Haider, TFA State and Capital City Extemp Round Robin 2024 Champion
"To put it simply, before MGC, I was not interested in doing extemp as one of my full-time events that I invested time and energy into. However, after just a day of camp, I realized how fun and versatile doing extemp is. In my opinion, that's the greatest strength of MGC: aside from forging some season-long friends at this camp and being able to grow in a comfortable and exciting environment, it truly made me love extemp. I can't imagine where I would be now without MGC."
-Emily Zhang, TFA State Semifinals, 2024