Both UW teams qualified for the Opening Round Championship series in Waukegan, Illinois with an impressive showing at the Pacific Northwest Regional. Team 1277 qualified with a 7-1 record, continuing its streak of Nationals bids since the program’s inception. Team 1278, comprising primarily underclassmen and mock trial newcomers, took 6 ballots to make the UW one of two universities to earn multiple National bids from Spokane.

In addition to their impressive team finishes, the UW students won 6 individual awards, the most out of any other program at the tournament. Stephan Yhann and Nick Crown were recognized for their attorney portrayals. A special congratulations to Keena Bean and Russell Pharr for their double awards for their outstanding performances across all four rounds.