SchoBowlFest

What is SchoBowlFest?

SchoBowlFest is an annual conference for Illinois coaches. Community members are also welcome to attend. The conference usually includes a morning session and an afternoon session, and includes community discussions and talks from experienced coaches on topics like recruitment, fundraising, running practices, keeping team statistics, or running tournaments. Door prizes provided by generous vendors, such as free question sets, buzzer vouchers, and discounts, are usually awarded by random draw.

Please read the SchoBowlFest policies page for more information about SchoBowlFest. SchoBowlFest is open to everyone, but admission is discounted with IHSSBCA membership.

Register through our online shop

Site

The 2024 SchoBowlFest was held online through Zoom on Saturday, September 28, 2024. The 2025 SchoBowlFest will be announced Spring 2025.

If you would like to host a future SchoBowlFest, email Brad Fischer.

Fees

The conference is $15 per person to the public or $5 per person for IHSSBCA members.

Register through our online shop:

• $5 Member rate
• $15 Community rate

2024 Topics

• General Question & Answer Panel
• Discussion on In-Game Coaching
• Presentation: How to Run Subject-Area Practices
• Presentation: The Three Kinds of Successful Quizbowl Teams
• Breakout Session: How to Use YellowFruit to Keep Tournament Statistics
• Breakout Session: New Coach Meet & Greet