Mock Trial Masterclass

Mock Trial Masterclass

Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controlling the Courtroom. My name is Luke Worsham, and I want YOU to be a mock trial master. I've competed in and coached mock trial for a while, and I want to pass along everything I've learned to you. Whether you're an attorney or a witness, my channel is dedicated to helping you take your craft to the next level. It's game on!

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Jun 10, 2026

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Episodes

How to Nail Your Mock Trial Audition | What I Look For in Tryouts 15.08.2025

Today, I'm sharing my top tips for nailing your audition for a mock trial team — based on what I look for in tryouts with my team every year.  🗣️  AUDIENCE SURVEY . 📖  BUY MY BOOK . 🧑🏻‍🏫 SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME . 🎥  WATCH my video on confidence . Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controlling the Courtroom. My name is Luke Worsham, and I want YOU to be a mock trial maste...

Breaking Down a Great Defendant Direct | Mock Trial Film Sessions 28.05.2025

It's one thing to know what makes a good direct examination of a defendant, but it's another to actually see it in practice. So, in this video, we're going to watch an example of a really good mock trial defendant direct and break it down. 📖 BUY MY BOOK: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   🧑🏻‍🏫 SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controlli...

I Wrote This Direct Examination | Mock Trial Film Sessions 07.05.2025

On this Film Sessions video, we're going to watch a direct examination that I wrote. It's one of my all-time favorites! BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controlling the Courtroom. My name is Luke Worsham, and I want YOU to be a mock trial master. I've competed in and coached mock tr...

My Top 5 Mock Trial Green Flags 23.04.2025

This week, I'm going over my top 5 green flags in mock trial. This is the stuff that really gets me fired up. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controlling the Courtroom. My name is Luke Worsham, and I want YOU to be a mock trial master. I've competed in and coached mock trial for a whil...

Watching Another Great Closing Argument | Mock Trial Film Sessions 16.04.2025

Back by popular demand! In this video, we're going to watch another example of a great mock trial closing argument and break it down. That way, you'll know how you can write and perform a good closing. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controlling the Courtroom. My name is Luke Worsham,...

Why Case Law Usually Isn't Helpful in College Mock Trial 03.04.2025

Today, we're diving into one of my mock trial hot takes: Case law doesn't matter a whole lot in college mock trial. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controlling the Courtroom. My name is Luke Worsham, and I want YOU to be a mock trial master. I've competed in and coached mock trial...

5 More of My Mock Trial Pet Peeves | Don’t Do This Stuff! 13.03.2025

In this video, I’m sharing five more of my biggest mock trial pet peeves. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Impeachments Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vyVO-vLZfKY&t=29s   Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controlling the Courtroom. My name is Luke Worsham, and I want YOU to be a mock trial master. I've competed...

The Most Important Trait for Winning in Mock Trial 05.03.2025

Today, we’re going over the most important trait for winning in mock trial. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controlling the Courtroom. My name is Luke Worsham, and I want YOU to be a mock trial master. I've competed in and coached mock trial for a while, and I want to pass along everything...

How to Take Your Closing Arguments to the Next Level 05.03.2025

In this video, I'll give you my favorite tip for taking your closing arguments to the next level.

The Biggest Difference: Good vs. Great Teams in Mock Trial 19.02.2025

I’ve coached super successful mock trial teams that won championships, and I’ve also coached teams that were flat as a pancake. Here’s the biggest difference between the two, and how to take your team from good to great. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controlling the Courtroom. My name is Luk...

Don’t Direct or Cross Without Using This Technique in Mock Trial 12.02.2025

Using signposts in direct and cross examination can completely change the game for your team in a mock trial round. Here’s how to use them effectively—and why they’re so important. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controlling the Courtroom. My name is Luke Worsham, and I want YOU to be a mock t...

The Fake Objection You Should Stop Making in Mock Trial 29.01.2025

Turns out that one fairly common mock trial objection isn’t even a real thing. Here’s what it is, why it’s fake, and what you should do instead. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controlling the Courtroom. My name is Luke Worsham, and I want YOU to be a mock trial master. I've competed in an...

How to Make Judges Like You in Mock Trial 15.01.2025

It’s super important for judges to like you as an attorney or witness in mock trial—regardless of whether they’re scoring. So, in this video, I’ll go over my top 5 tips for making judges like you. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controlling the Courtroom. My name is Luke Worsham, and I want YO...

How to Develop a Strong Case Theory in Mock Trial 08.01.2025

If you're wondering how to develop a strong case theory for mock trial competitions, you've come to the right place. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controlling the Courtroom. My name is Luke Worsham, and I want YOU to be a mock trial master. I've competed in and coached mock trial for a while...

The Objection Mistake You Can’t Afford to Make in Mock Trial 31.12.2024

Winning objections is a major key to succeeding in mock trial—but making one specific mistake can keep you from doing that. Here’s how to avoid it. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controlling the Courtroom. My name is Luke Worsham, and I want YOU to be a mock trial master. I've competed in and...

Empire Mock Trial Review — My Experience at an Empire Competition 04.12.2024

The high school team that I coach in Tennessee competed at an Empire Mock Trial competition in November, and it was loads of fun! In this video, I’ll break down our experience and share what you can expect. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controlling the Courtroom. My name is Luke Worsham, and...

Watching Another Great Opening Statement | Mock Trial Film Sessions 20.11.2024

Back by popular demand! In this video, we're going to watch another example of a great mock trial opening statement and break it down. That way, you'll know how you can write and perform a good opening. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controlling the Courtroom. My name is Luke Worsham, and I w...

My Top 5 Pet Peeves in Mock Trial | Don’t Do This Stuff! 20.11.2024

In this video, I’m sharing five of my biggest mock trial pet peeves.  BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controlling the Courtroom. My name is Luke Worsham, and I want YOU to be a mock trial master. I've competed in and coached mock trial for a while, and I want to pass along everything I've lear...

How to Deal With Bad Judges in Mock Trial 03.10.2024

If you've done mock trial long enough, chances are you've run into a bad judge who made the round more difficult than it needed to be. In this video, we'll talk about how to deal with judges like that--and how you can still control the courtroom. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controlling the...

How to Write a Direct Examination for a Defendant in Mock Trial 02.10.2024

Defendants in mock trial provide big-time opportunities for drama and emotion. So, to make sure you can make the most of those chances, I'll take you through my process of writing direct examinations for defendants. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controlling the Courtroom. My name is Luke Wor...

How to Write a Direct Examination for an Expert Witness in Mock Trial 18.09.2024

Expert witnesses in mock trial provide big-time opportunities for scoring well. So, to make sure you can make the most of those chances, I'll take you through my process of writing direct examinations for victim witnesses. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controlling the Courtroom. My name...

How to Write a Direct Examination for a Victim Witness in Mock Trial 11.09.2024

Victim witnesses in mock trial provide big-time opportunities for drama and emotion. So, to make sure you can make the most of those chances, I'll take you through my process of writing direct examinations for victim witnesses. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6qd7bb09Jw   BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass...

5 Things Scorers Want From Witnesses in Mock Trial | What Are They Looking For? 21.08.2024

Nothing’s more important than getting good scores from your jurors in a mock trial round—it’s what makes the difference in wins and losses. So, in this video, we’ll go over the top five things scorers are looking for when they evaluate attorneys in mock trial competitions. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Yo...

5 Things Scorers Want From Attorneys in Mock Trial | What Are They Looking For? 26.06.2024

Nothing’s more important than getting good scores from your jurors in a mock trial round—it’s what makes the difference in wins and losses. So, in this video, we’ll go over the top five things scorers are looking for when they evaluate attorneys in mock trial competitions. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Yo...

Breaking Down the 6 Most Common Types of Objections in Mock Trial 19.06.2024

Mastering objections is a huge key to succeeding in mock trial. So, in this video, we’re going to break down the six most common types of objections in court that you’re likely to also see in mock trial competitions. BUY MY BOOK HERE: http://bit.ly/MTMBook SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: http://bit.ly/MTMCoach Head to YouTube for my deeper dives on each of these objections! Welcome into Mock Trial...

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