Gator Robotics Chompetition 26-27

Orden del día

Agenda

Gator Chompetition     December 05, 2026
 

Notes:

• Skills runs will be available throughout qualification matches and will close at the conclusion of the final qualifying match.

• Teams are encouraged to sign up for Skills early to avoid missing the deadline.

• All teams must be checked in by 9:15 AM to be included in the match schedule.

• If the event runs ahead or behind schedule, minor adjustments may be made on-site.

Voluntario

• Volunteers Needed – Be a Part of the Gator Chompetition!

• VEX Robotics is a volunteer-driven organization, and that includes our dedicated coaches, event partners, and tournament staff. The success of events like the Gator Chompetition depends on the generosity of people who are willing to give their time and talents to support the next generation of STEM leaders.

• Whether you’re a parent, educator, community member, or just someone passionate about robotics and education, we would love to have you join us! No prior experience is required, just a willingness to help and be part of something amazing.

• If you are interested in volunteering, please email me directly or fill out the volunteer interest form at the link below:

• [email protected]
  CLICK HERE FOR VEX VOLUNTEER INTEREST FORM

• Thank you for considering this opportunity to make a difference!

Política de emergencia/mal tiempo

Emergency/Bad Weather Policy

The safety of our students, coaches, volunteers, and families is our highest priority. In the event of inclement weather or an emergency, this tournament will follow Greenbrier Christian Academy (GCA) operating and activity guidelines.

If Greenbrier Christian Academy closes school and cancels activities due to weather or another emergency, the tournament will be cancelled and will not be rescheduled.

In the event of a cancellation by the Event Partner due to inclement weather or another unforeseen circumstance, registration fees will be refunded minus any applicable administrative or processing fees charged by Global Robotics and Sciece Foundation.

Políticas de reembolso y pago

If the Event Partner cancels the event: 

Teams are responsible for completing payment by November 20, 2026. Teams that have registered but have not paid by November 20 will be removed from the event unless prior payment arrangements have been made with the Event Partner.

A refund will only be issued if:

• The tournament is cancelled due to inclement weather or an emergency in accordance with the policy above; or
• The Event Partner must cancel the tournament for another unforeseen reason.

Any refund will be issued minus applicable administrative or processing fees, if applicable.

Teams are responsible for their own transportation, lodging, meals, and other travel-related expenses. These expenses will not be reimbursed by the Event Partner.

If a Coach/Mentor completes registration for the event then chooses to withdraw or not attend:

No refunds will be provided for teams that register but are unable to attend. The Event Partner incurs expenses in advance to organize and prepare for the tournament, including facility, equipment, staffing, and other event-related costs.

Formato de evaluación

Please review the following Judging Format options and keep the ones that apply to your event, and delete the others that do not.

• All In-Person Judging - The Team Interviews and Engineering Notebooks will be judged in-person the day of the event. Teams should bring a physical copy of their notebook to submit to the judges.