Region 13
Our region covers Northern Illinois (above I-80) and Wisconsin. Students prepare for competition with independent clubs, associated schools, and their own families as they gain skills that will last a lifetime.
We host tournaments in our region and some families travel around the country for national tournaments.



Regional Leadership Team
Region 13: Northern Illinois (above I-80) and Wisconsin
Regional Director: Sara Weisner (gro.ACFCN@rensieWaraS)
Ballot Administration Coordinator: Tammy Pozayt
Comms Team Coordinator: Alison Rolsma
Extemp Prep Coordinator: Nancy Porter
Judge Recruitment Coordinator: Sara York
Judge Support Coordinator: Aria Grant
Juniors Coordinator: Rachel Kostrzewa
Logistics Coordinator: Rachel Skowron
Meals & Hospitality Coordinator: Nancy Chu
Outreach Coordinator: Nadya Benyamin
Safety Coordinator: Lori Rush
Tab Coordinator: Ruben Crismariu
Treasurer: Karin Richards
Tournament Coordinators: Kristen Leavins, Jenny Hirschy, Karin Richards, Ruth Sohre, Awene Jaenchen
Welcome Coordinator: Evelyn Martinez
Championship Competition!
See programs from our past Regional Championships

Region 13 Tournaments
Appleton, WI Qualifier
January 7, 2027 - January 9, 2027
Faith Lutheran Church601 E Glendale AveView Tournaments DetailsAppleton,WI,54911Region 13
Appleton, WI Junior Tournament
January 9, 2027 - January 9, 2027
Faith Lutheran Church601 E Glendale AveView Tournaments DetailsAppleton,WI,54911Region 13
Hartland, WI Qualifier
February 11, 2027 - February 13, 2027
Elmbrook Church - Lake Country Campus1100 WI-83View Tournaments DetailsHartland,WI,53029Region 13
Hartland, WI Junior Tournament
February 13, 2027 - February 13, 2027
Elmbrook Church - Lake Country Campus1100 WI-83View Tournaments DetailsHartland,WI,53029Region 13
Palatine, IL Qualifier
March 16, 2027 - March 18, 2027
St. Thomas of Villanova Parish1201 E Anderson DriveView Tournaments DetailsPalatine,IL,60074Region 13
Palatine, IL Junior Tournament
March 18, 2027 - March 18, 2027
St. Thomas of Villanova Parish1201 E Anderson DriveView Tournaments DetailsPalatine,IL,60074Region 13
Arlington Heights, IL Qualifier
April 16, 2027 - April 17, 2027
The Orchard1330 N Douglas AveView Tournaments DetailsArlington Heights,IL,60004Region 13
Lake Geneva, WI Region 13 Championship
May 4, 2027 - May 6, 2027
Lake Geneva Youth CampW2655 W South StreetView Tournaments DetailsLake Geneva,WI,53147Region 13
Lake Geneva, WI Junior Tournament
May 6, 2027 - May 6, 2027
Lake Geneva Youth CampW2655 W South StreetView Tournaments DetailsLake Geneva,WI,53147Region 13
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