Melton Rotary Clubs host area first round of Youth Speaks competition

Winners: Catmose College's senior team - Ella Withers (chairperson), Alice Burton (speaker) and Jess Falconer (proposer of the vote of thanks) PHOTO: Supplied

Speaking on diverse topics such as footballers and their influence on society and mental health awareness the teams, from across the Melton district, spoke eloquently and convincingly to a packed and appreciative audience.

Against stiff opposition, two junior teams from Catmose College, Oakham, succeeded in getting through to the district semi-final, in January, representing Melton’s Rotary Clubs.

The chair of the adjudicators, Robin Jones, congratulated the teams on their performances and wished them further success in the next round.

Winners: Catmose College's intermediate team A - Jack Barnett (chairperson), Oliver Williams (speaker) and Josh Sennett (proposer of the vote of thanks) PHOTO: Supplied

The Youth Speaks competition is an opportunity for young people to develop the ability to speak on a public platform, carry out research, formulate ideas, improve self-confidence and presentation skills, and work together as a team.