Performance & Stage

Debate Timer (2 Teams)

Structured debate timer: opening statements (3 min each), two rounds of rebuttals (2 min each), cross-examination (3 min), and closing statements (2 min each). Fair and balanced timing.

9 segments · 21 minutes total

Segments

1

Team A — Opening

3m
2

Team B — Opening

3m
3

Team A — Rebuttal 1

2m
4

Team B — Rebuttal 1

2m
5

Cross-Examination

3m
6

Team A — Rebuttal 2

2m
7

Team B — Rebuttal 2

2m
8

Team A — Closing

2m
9

Team B — Closing

2m

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How it works

This timer auto-advances through each segment so you can stay focused.

1

Team A — Opening

3 minutes

2

Team B — Opening

3 minutes

3

Team A — Rebuttal 1

2 minutes

4

Team B — Rebuttal 1

2 minutes

5

Cross-Examination

3 minutes

6

Team A — Rebuttal 2

2 minutes

7

Team B — Rebuttal 2

2 minutes

8

Team A — Closing

2 minutes

9

Team B — Closing

2 minutes

Frequently asked questions

What debate format does this follow?

This timer follows a modified Lincoln-Douglas format suitable for classroom debates, Model UN, and informal competitions. It includes opening statements, rebuttals, cross-examination, and closing arguments.

Can I use this for a 3-team debate?

This preset supports 2 teams. For multi-team debates or custom round lengths, use TimedFlow's professional mode to create a custom timer sequence.

How do I signal the debaters?

Use the fullscreen display facing the podiums. Each team has a distinct color (blue for Team A, red for Team B), making it easy to see whose turn it is.

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