2026 ILEYA State Competition
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL
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Opening Ceremony
Rapid Response Training
POWER Test
Shooting Competition (if desired)
Competitions
Group entertainment
Competitions
Formal Brunch
Closing Ceremonies
An official schedule and timeline of events will be released to registered posts in the weeks leading up to the event.
Scheduled Competitions will be held throughout the competition
The specific competitions and rubrics will be released closer to the event
There will be two sets of competitions held- beginner and advanced.
Therefore, we encourage all posts, regardless of skill level to enroll in this years competition!
Competitions will be held throughout the campus during the week to include:
VirTra Simulator
Bicycle Competition
EVOC
Written Exam
And more
Warm meals will be provided each day
Monday - Lunch & Dinner
Tuesday - Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Wednesday - Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Thursday - Formal Brunch Banquet (Sponsored by ILETSB)
All participants will be provided with a dorm room in Olson Hall
All rooms will be single occupant housing
Rooms will be separated by age and gender
Restrooms are shared and on each floor
Dining is included in the cost of the competition
Activities will be provided throughout the day
The campus rec center will be available to all attendees at any time during the week
Amenities include: Weight Lifting, Indoor Track, Exercise Equipment, Open Gym
The town of Macomb has a lot to offer as well
An order form will be released in the months leading up to the competition
Items will be available for pick up at the competition
Attendees will be provided with a challenge coin and swag bag during the competition
Competitions will be graded by judges
The top three posts / individuals from each competition will earn an award
Click the link below to see other opportunities awarded during the competition
We hope to see you at this years state competition!