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Battle by the Beach

VEX IQ Spotlight Event

Margaritaville Beach Resort – Crystal Beach, Texas

 

Welcome

Welcome to the VEX IQ Spotlight Event at Margaritaville Beach Resort! We are excited to host teams from across the region for a weekend of innovation, teamwork, and competition. This Spotlight Event offers teams the opportunity to compete in a professionally managed event while enjoying one of the Texas Gulf Coast's premier destinations.

Through this event teams will be able to qualify for their perspective regions as well as battle for the coveted world's spot by winning the most prestigious Excellence award. 

 

Event Location

Margaritaville Beach Resort
796 Highway 87
Crystal Beach, TX 77650

 

Parking

• Complimentary parking is available for all teams and spectators.
• Oversized trailers buses and RV's can rent over night spaces for $125
• Please do not leave valuables unattended in vehicles.

 

Team Check-In

Each team must check in upon arrival. Their coach may check on on their behalf to minimize congestion in line.

Please have:

• Team numbers on plates
• Signed participant consent forms (if required)
• Payment confirmation (if applicable)
• Robot ready for inspection

 

Robot Inspection

All robots must successfully pass inspection before participating in: Coaches should ensure teams robots pass inspection before arrival at the event. Please refrence the Inspection sheet.

• Teamwork Challenge Matches
• Robot Skills Challenge

 

Competition Divisions

- There will be two separate qualifying tournaments in one location. There will be no separate divisions. There are 40 team spots in each tournament. 

What to Bring

Each team should bring:

• Competition Robot
• Controller
• Fully charged batteries
• Battery chargers
• Spare parts and tools
• Programming device (if needed)
• Team notebook (Notebooks required to be digital) 

 

Food & Beverage

Margaritaville offers several onsite dining options.  Lunch options will be preordered- forms will be sent out to teams after registration. 

Outside food and beverages are permitted only in designated areas unless otherwise announced.

 

Spectators

Families and spectators are welcome!

Please:

• Remain in designated viewing areas.
• Keep aisles and pit spaces clear.
• Remember the G-2 rule and do not handle the robots in any capacity. This is a student-centered event.
• Cheer respectfully for every team.

 

Gracious Professionalism

This event follows Global Robotics expectations for:

• Respect
• Teamwork
• Integrity
• Positive sportsmanship

We ask every participant, coach, volunteer, and spectator to help create an encouraging environment for all teams.

 

Weather

Crystal Beach weather can change quickly.

Please:

• Dress comfortably.
• Bring a light jacket for air-conditioned spaces.
• Stay hydrated.
• Check local weather before traveling.

 

Local Attractions

Make it a weekend getaway!

Enjoy:

• Crystal Beach
• Margaritaville amenities- All rooms & rentals include resort passes
• Local restaurants
• Shopping
• Gulf Coast fishing
• Ferry access to Galveston Island

 

Contact Information

Event Partner: Catherine Pickavance

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (409) 370-9096

 

We look forward to welcoming you to the VEX IQ Spotlight Event at Margaritaville Beach Resort. Good luck to all teams, and thank you for helping inspire the next generation of innovators!

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