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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.

Clubs in Our Region Tournaments

Regional News & Highlights

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

We’re preparing for our Regional Championship in May!

Championship Competition!

See programs from our past Regional Championships

2026 Regional Championship Details

Region Leadership Team

Meet the dedicated team of volunteers serving our region. Whether you have questions about judging, logistics, or upcoming events, our leadership team is here to support you, feel free to reach out!

Region 13 Coordinator

Sara Wiesner
Region 13 Coordinator
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.

Karin Richards

Treasurer

Region13Treasurer@NCFCA.org

Lori Rush

Safety Coordinator

Region13Safety@NCFCA.org

Rachel Skowron

Logistics Coordinator

Region13Logistics@NCFCA.org

Sara York

Judge Recruitment Coordinator

Region13JudgeCoordinator@NCFCA.org

Region 13 Tournaments

Appleton, WI Qualifier
January 6, 2026 - January 8, 2026
Faith Lutheran Church
601 E Glendale Ave
Appleton,
WI,
54911
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Region 13
Hartland, WI Qualifier
February 12, 2026 - February 14, 2026
Elmbrook Church - Lake Country Campus
1100 WI-83
Hartland,
WI,
53029
Event has ended.
Region 13
Schaumburg, IL Qualifier
March 25, 2026 - March 27, 2026
Schaumburg Christian School
200 N Roselle Road
Schaumburg,
IL,
60194
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Region 13
Lake Geneva, WI Region 13 Championship
May 5, 2026 - May 7, 2026
Lake Geneva Youth Camp
W2655 W South Street
Lake Geneva,
WI,
53147
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Region 13

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