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Hello Region 5!

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!

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About Our Region

We are home to multiple clubs and tournaments in Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota and South Dakota. 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.

Clubs in Our Region

Regional News & Highlights

Region 5: Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota and South Dakota

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 5

Region 5 Coordinator

Heather Sampson
Region 5 Coordinator
Heather and her husband Kevin live in Kansas and have two adult sons, both of whom competed in NCFCA beginning in 2014. Heather earned a BA in Journalism and Public Relations from Kansas State University and a Masters in Teaching and Leadership from Kansas University. Heather’s hobbies include gardening, stand up paddleboarding, interior design, reading, and bird watching.

Region 5 Tournaments

Moorhead, MN Qualifier
January 15, 2026 - January 17, 2026
Salem Church
1111 30th Ave. S.
Moorhead,
MN,
56560
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Omaha, NE Qualifier
February 12, 2026 - February 14, 2026
Coram Deo
8787 Pacific Street
Omaha,
NE,
68114
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Minneapolis, MN Qualifier
March 11, 2026 - March 13, 2026
Free Lutheran Bible College
3134 E. Medicine Lake Blvd.
Plymouth,
MN,
55441
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Prairie Village, KS Region 5 Championship
May 7, 2026 - May 9, 2026
Nall Avenue Baptist Church
6701 Nall Avenue
Prairie Village,
KS,
66208
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