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Hello Region 13!

Welcome! This region is home to passionate speakers and debaters who engage in thought-provoking discussions, refine their communication skills, and build lasting friendships. Join us as we cultivate excellence in speech and debate!

Regional Contact Info See Us on the NCFCA Map

About Our Region

We are home to multiple clubs and tournaments in Northern Illinois (above I-80) and Wisconsin. Our students train and compete in our region and travel all over the country for national competitions as they gain skills that will serve them well for a lifetime.

Regional News & Highlights

Region 13: Northern Illinois (above I-80) and Wisconsin

Championship Competition!

We’re preparing for our 2025 Regional Championship tournament in April.

See programs from our past Regional Championships

2025 Regional Championship Details

Regional Director

See the NCFCA contact page to find other key volunteers in our region. Region 13

Region 13 Director

Sara Wiesner
Region 13 Director
Sara and her husband Andrew live in Wisconsin. She spent 15 years working in the medical field doing hospital transcription. Recently, she graduated the first of their six children after homeschooling since kindergarten. Their family began participating in NCFCA in 2020. Her hobbies include thrifting, collecting houseplants, and road tripping around the United States.

Region 13 Tournaments

Madison, WI Practice Tournament
November 23, 2024 - November 23, 2024
High Point Church
7702 Old Sauk Rd, Madison, WI 53717
Madison,
WI,
53717
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Winnetka, IL Qualifier
January 2, 2025 - January 4, 2025
Winnetka Bible Church
555 Birch Street
Winnetka,
IL,
60093
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Hartland, WI Qualifier
February 19, 2025 - February 21, 2025
Elmbrook Church - Lake Country Campus
1100 WI-83
Hartland,
WI,
53029
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Neenah, WI Qualifier
March 25, 2025 - March 27, 2025
Calvary Bible Church
1450 Oakridge Road
Neenah,
WI,
54957
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Lake Geneva, WI Region 13 Championship
April 29, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Lake Geneva Youth Camp
W2655 W South Street
Lake Geneva,
WI,
53147
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