by Elaine Huang

HARRISONBURG, VA – This past weekend, senior Cassidy Reller, competed at James Madison University for the final time. Despite his veteran status, it marks the first time this season that Cassidy has competed in Persuasive Speaking. In a stellar debut, Reller advanced to the final round and finished 5th at the tournament in Persuasion. This finish qualifies Cassidy for the national tournament in that event. He also competed in Extemporaneous Speaking and Impromptu Speaking, both events that he has previously qualified for nationals.

Traveling with Director of Forensics, Scott Placke, Cassidy also got the opportunity to experience a smorgasbord of southern food.  Despite being the lone competitor at the tournament, Cassidy performed valiantly and represented the team and Lafayette College well!