Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: Del Mar College Entry Title: Rumor has it: 'Rumors' was a hit Entry Credit: Andrew-Pól Clements Judge Comment: The writer knew how to convey his opinion while also respecting the subject matter. I appreciate the unique topic and depth to which he reviewed and critiqued the play.
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: Stephen F. Austin Entry Title: REVIEW: The Piano Lesson an experience that pays for itself Entry Credit: Jason Kieffer Judge Comment: Great evaluation of a unique subject. I appreciate that the author respected the subject matter while lending both critique and compliment.
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: Dallas College - Richland Entry Title: A diamond in the Duff Entry Credit: Jack Gann Judge Comment: I could hear the writer's voice throughout the piece, although the many cliches were nearly distracting. However, they lent themselves to the author's levity.
Place Name: Honorable Mention Contestant Name: Tarrant County College Entry Title: Metroid Prime Remastered Entry Credit: Xavier Boatner Judge Comment: Good review. The author is clearly knowledgable on this topic. The writing is not as deep/strong, but there are sprinkles of eloquence that elevate the piece as a whole.
