The Dripping Springs High School UIL C-X Debate team claimed first and second place at the District 26- 5A UIL Tournament on Jan. 24.

The team of Christopher Gearing and Riley Wheaton took first place and went undefeated at the tournament. Gearing was honored with the distinction of “Top Speaker” based on his successful performance. The team of Katy Reeves and Christian Pundt, which took second place, were undefeated until the final round. Both teams were the top seeds in the bracket...