NOF: Where Stoa Families

are welcome.

While National Online Forensics (NOF) is not specifically faith-based, we warmly welcome Stoa Families to join our tournaments. We encourage competitors to bring their unique perspectives, including faith-based speeches and approaches. You are free to express your beliefs and craft arguments that reflect your Christian worldview.

A young African American boy wearing a navy blue suit, light blue shirt, and striped tie, speaking or listening in a bright indoor setting.

At National Online Forensics (NOF), we’re dedicated to providing accessible, high-quality online speech and debate tournaments designed to complement and enhance in-person competition experiences.

Founded on the belief that all students should have the chance to develop communication and critical thinking skills, NOF offers monthly national-level practice to build confidence and expertise in a flexible, low-stress setting.

Our online tournaments are an ideal supplement to prepare for Stoa’s local tournaments and nationals. Whether your speeches integrate your faith or your debate strategies are grounded in your values, our platform gives you the flexibility to present your best work.

Why join NOF?

  • Expand Your Competitive Network: By competing in NOF tournaments, you’ll have the opportunity to engage with students from outside the Stoa community, broadening your competitive experience and learning from others.

  • Refine Your Skills for Higher-Level Competition: Our frequent tournaments allow you to regularly compete and hone your abilities, making you a stronger, more seasoned competitor as you advance to higher levels.

  • Compete Often Without Travel Costs: Since NOF is entirely online, you can participate from anywhere without the expense of travel, enabling you to compete more frequently and sharpen your skills.

  • Personalized Awards Shipped to You: Even though the competition is virtual, we believe in recognizing your achievements. After each tournament, we ship personalized awards directly to you.

  • Receive Detailed Feedback: Our judges provide constructive, specific feedback tailored to help you improve in every round, ensuring you leave each tournament with valuable insights to enhance your performance.

A golden trophy cup with ornate handles, placed on a mossy surface in a forest with tall trees and dappled sunlight.

Special November Stoa Discount!

For the month of November, we are offering a special to all Stoa competitors. For the entry fee of $85, competitors can register up to two speech events, one congress event, or one debate event without having provide a judge. Click below for more details.

National Online Forensics

2024-2025 Tournament Schedule

A golden trophy cup with ornate handles is placed on a mossy surface in a forest setting, with trees and foliage in the background.

Elm Invitational

A silver trophy cup on a wooden base in a snowy forest with snow-covered trees and sunlight filtering through.

Pine Invitational

A gold trophy on a black pedestal against a background of tall palm trees and a clear blue sky

Palm Invitational

A golden trophy cup placed on a rock pathway in a park with blooming pink cherry blossom trees.

Cherry Invitational

A silver trophy cup placed in the middle of an orchard pathway surrounded by rows of lush green trees and grass, illuminated by warm sunlight.

Walnut Invitational

A trophy cup is placed on the ground surrounded by fallen autumn leaves, with trees and sunlight in the background.

Maple Invitational

At National Online Forensics, we’re committed to offering a welcoming, flexible, and enriching environment where all competitors, including those from faith-based groups like Stoa, can thrive. Bring your faith, your passion, and your best speeches, and join us in our upcoming tournaments!