Fifteen Two’s Alephs traveled to downtown Omaha, Neb., for Mid-America Region’s Fall Regional Convention (FRC), just a few miles from where BBYO got its start more than 100 years ago. The weekend brought together teens from across the region for a memorable few days of friendship, leadership, programming and AZAA basketball.

The convention’s theme was “This Land is Your Land.” More than 130 teens from Omaha, Kansas City, St. Louis, Columbia and Minnesota attended the convention.

The weekend kicked off Friday night with Shabbat services and dinner, followed by impactful AZA and BBG Separates Programs. On Saturday, Alephs had the opportunity to participate in a variety of electives, including AZA/BBG Boot Camp, Hora Hoedown, What Does Being Jewish Mean to You?, God on Trial and How to Steal the Moon.

One of the weekend’s highlights was the AZAA basketball tournament. The Mother Chapter captured the championship with a thrilling 23-21 overtime victory over Nordaunian AZA. The matchup was a rematch of last year’s FRC championship game, when Nordaunian defeated the Mamas. This time, the Mother Chapter came out on top.

Corey Nogg of the Mother Chapter was named Tournament MVP. The All-Tournament Team included: Corey Nogg, Taylor Tauber and Stockton Drager of the Mamas; Naftali Tilove of Nordaunian; and Gabe Wax of Esperanto.

Two’s battled its way to the semifinals before falling to the Mother Chapter, 20-10. Guard Gus Zitron led the way for Two’s.

Saturday night wrapped up with a trip to Dave & Buster’s, where teens enjoyed an evening of games and plenty of fun.

From meaningful programming and reconnecting with friends to an exciting finish on the basketball court, FRC was another memorable weekend for Mid-America Region.