Zach began his debate career in 2012 at Kuna High School, specializing in Public Forum. After four successful years on the high school circuit—including multiple appearances at Idaho’s state Public Forum tournament—he joined Boise State University’s national championship team, the Talkin’ Broncos. During his four years at BSU, he won multiple tournaments in both Public Forum and IPDA, including the 2019 Gorlok Gala and the 2019 Steve Hunt Classic.

Zach believes that winning rounds begins in the classroom, long before tournaments ever start. By practicing communication and research skills in an academic setting, students build the foundation necessary to respond effectively to any argument in-round while also becoming well-rounded, informed citizens. He is excited to join the Civic Debate Academy team and hopes to provide students with the same transformative debate experience he was fortunate to have.