Haines High School welcomed about 100 students, and nearly that same number of judges, to a Drama, Debate and Forensics tournament Friday and Saturday.

“These are the most sophisticated, polished pieces I’ve seen in an October,” Haines coach Gershon Cohen said after he presented awards.

The tournament drew teams from Juneau, Ketchikan, Mount Edgecumbe, Sitka and Wrangell.

“It’s one of the highlights of the year,” said superintendent Michael Byer. “It’s great to have this many…