Vincent Nguyen

Ascend California - Congressional Debate Junior Instructor & Ascend Online - Congressional Debate Instructor

Involved in Speech and Debate for 9 years (4 in Congressional Debate), Vincent Nguyen is a 3-year alumnus of Ascend. He is the 2025 California State Champion, placing 5th at NSDA Nationals in the Senate (2x finalist), 8th at the Tournament of Champions, 2nd at Stanford, MLK, and ASU, 3rd at CSULB, and 4th at the Harvard Round Robin.

Vincent has coached 2 National Finalists in the House—one of whom placed 4th. He served as the captain of the #1 ranked Speech and Debate Program in America, founded his own debate nonprofit, and has 4 years of coaching experience. Vincent believes debate should be both impactful and entertaining. Beyond concise refutation, clear structure, and compassionate rhetoric, he teaches students to be “1 of 1.” He’s excited to help students make debate mechanics second nature, stand out with their unique style, and ascend with genuine passion.

Outside of debate, Vincent likes late-night Tacobell runs, lifting weights, and jamming to country and house music.