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Fort Walton Beach High senior makes history, winning his second national Incubate Debate Championship
OKALOOSA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — 2025 Fort Walton Beach High School graduate William Kiker made history by winning the Incubate Debate National Championship twice.
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According to a Okaloosa County School District news release, the championship included the top students from 10 states debating on five key topics from immigration policy and NATO involvement to the structure of federal policies.
Kiker won after two rounds of debating the future of the Department of Education and the Department of Government Efficiency
The founder of Incubate Debate, James Fishback, heralded Kiker's win. 'Winning Nationals once is hard. William Kiker has just done it twice — the first time in Incubate history. He's a brilliant young man with an incredible future ahead of him,' he said.
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Okaloosa County School District Superintendent Marcus Chambers echoed Fishback's accolades. 'William's dedication to debate and his commitment to excellence are truly inspiring. His ability to think critically, articulate his ideas, and compete at the highest level sets an incredible example for students across our district,' he said. 'We are beyond proud of his accomplishments and look forward to seeing all that he achieves in the future.'
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