<p>^I second Gibby’s post. I’d also point out that a huge part of college admissions is mastering show vs tell. A large number of Harvard applicants “do debate” or whatnot but the successful applicants can convey to colleges that they’re become leaders in their debate program, or that they’ve built up a foundation for their school’s debate club for future class years, or that they’ve mentored underclassmen debaters for the benefit of their team. These can come out in essays, teacher recs, or even just their wording on the application.</p>