FAQs
Answers to common questions about Mizan.
General
What is Mizan?
Mizan is MYDT’s platform for tournament registration, judging, ballots, results, and rankings.
Do I need an account?
You need an account to register or join a team, apply as a judge, and access private tournament tools.
Who should I contact for help?
Contact the tournament organizer or tabulation team and include your name, tournament, and team or judge role.
Teams & Registration
How do I register or join a team?
Sign in, open Team Registration, then create a team or select an existing team to join.
How many students can be on a team?
A team can have up to three debaters and one alternate.
How do I pay the registration fee?
Use the Pay Registration Fee button on the team registration page. Payment is processed separately through PayPal.
Judging
How do I apply to judge?
Sign in, complete the Judge Registration form, select your available shifts, and disclose any team conflicts.
Does applying automatically approve me as a judge?
No. Tournament administrators review judge applications before granting access to assignments and ballots.
Tournament Information
Where can I find matchups, rooms, and results?
Participants can find published tournament information on the Team Dashboard. Judges can find assignments on the Judge Dashboard.
When are rankings updated?
Rankings update as ballots are verified and rounds are tabulated.