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RVA RoboRumble : VEX IQ Level Up Challenge

Huguenot High School - RVA RoboRumble : Level Up Challenge

Data
16-Jan-2027 Aggiungi al calendario
Codice Evento
VE-IQ-27-66961
Programma
VEX IQ Robotics Competition™
Tipo Di Evento
Open Tournament
Formato Evento
In-Person
Sistema Di Controllo Campo
N/A
Capacità
40
Posti Aperti
50%+
Regione Evento
Virginia
Registrazioni massime per organizzazione
10
Si apre la registrazione prioritaria
3-Nov-2026 12:00 EST
Apertura delle iscrizioni standard
21-Nov-2026 12:00 EST
Termine ultimo per l'iscrizione
9-Jan-2027 12:00 EST
Scadenza del pagamento
1/10/27
Prezzo
USD130.00

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Informazioni Generali

RVA RoboRumble 2027: Level Up Challenge

Welcome to the RVA RoboRumble 2027: Level Up Challenge Tournament at Huguenot High School (ES/MS)!

We are excited to host 40 elementary school and middle school VEX IQ Robotics Competition (VIQRC) teams for an action-packed day of robotics, teamwork, innovation, and friendly competition!

What to Expect:

  • Teamwork Challenge: Each team will participate in approximately 6 qualification matches, working alongside different alliance partners to achieve the highest possible combined scores.

  • Skills Challenge: Each team will have 3 attempts in Driving Skills and 3 attempts in Autonomous Coding Skills.

  • Teamwork Finals: The top-ranked teams from the qualification matches will advance to the Teamwork Challenge Finals, where alliances of two teams will compete for the Tournament Champion title.

  • Teamwork & Collaboration: Teams will have opportunities to collaborate, develop strategies, and demonstrate their problem-solving skills throughout the competition.

Registration & Payment:

  • Event capacity is limited to 40 teams.

  • Registration fees must be paid by January 10, 2027.

  • Teams that have not paid by the deadline will be moved to the waitlist.

  • Teams on the waitlist will be notified if additional spots become available.

Food & Concessions:

  • Concessions will be available on-site, including pizza slices, hot dogs, drinks, snacks, and candy.

  • Teams may also pre-order Papa John’s pizzas for delivery at lunchtime.

  • Pizza pre-order information will be shared with registered teams before the event.

Event Logistics:

  • Event Date: January 16, 2027

  • Venue: Huguenot High School, Richmond, Virginia

  • Grade Levels: Elementary School (ES) and Middle School (MS)

  • Maximum Capacity: 40 teams

  • Doors Open: 8:30 AM

  • Check-In Deadline: 9:00 AM (teams not checked in by this time will not be included in the match schedule)

  • Qualification Matches Start: 9:30 AM

  • Pits: Tables and power outlets will be provided. Please bring your own extension cords and power strips.

  • Parking: Plenty of free parking is available on campus.

Additional Information:

  • Volunteers: Students, parents, and siblings are encouraged to volunteer. Lunch and snacks will be provided for volunteers.

  • Judging: In-person judging will be offered. Teams should be prepared to discuss their robot design, programming, teamwork, and engineering process with judges.

  • Engineering Notebooks: Teams are encouraged to bring their engineering notebooks for judging consideration.

  • Skills Field: A dedicated field will be available for Driving Skills and Autonomous Coding Skills runs throughout the day.

  • Practice Area: Teams will have opportunities to test and prepare their robots, subject to field availability.

  • WiFi/Cell Service: School WiFi is limited, so teams should plan accordingly for programming and coding updates.

  • Sportsmanship: All teams, coaches, and spectators are expected to demonstrate good sportsmanship, respect, and a positive attitude throughout the event.

Get Ready to LEVEL UP!

Whether you're a first-time competitor or an experienced VEX IQ team, the RVA RoboRumble 2027: Level Up Challenge is a great opportunity to showcase creativity, engineering skills, teamwork, and innovation.

We look forward to welcoming all 40 teams to Huguenot High School for an exciting day of robotics competition, learning, and collaboration!

Let's build, code, compete, and LEVEL UP together!


Livello Di Grado: Tutti

Sfida Delle Abilità Offerto: Sì

Formato Giudizio: Tutti In-Person Judging

Date & Località Dell'Evento

Data: 16-Jan-2027

Luogo/Luogo:
Huguenot High School
7945 Forest Hill Avenue
Richmond, Virginia 23225
United States

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Event Day Agenda – VEX IQ Robotics Competition (VIQRC)

RVA RoboRumble 2027: Level Up Challenge
Date: January 16, 2027
Location: Huguenot High School, Richmond, VA
Teams: 40 Elementary & Middle School Teams

  • 8:30 AM – Doors Open / Team Check-In, Robot Inspection & Practice

  • 9:00 AM – Team Check-In Deadline

  • 9:00 – 9:15 AM – Drivers’ Meeting & Event Briefing

  • 9:15 – 9:30 AM – Opening Ceremonies

  • 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM – Teamwork Challenge Qualification Matches (Morning)

  • 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM – Robot Skills Challenge & Judging (Running Concurrently)

12:00 – 12:30 PM – Lunch Break

  • 12:30 – 2:30 PM – Teamwork Challenge Qualification Matches (Afternoon)

  • 12:30 – 2:30 PM – Robot Skills Challenge & Judging (Continued)

  • 2:30 – 2:45 PM – Final Skills Runs & Qualification Rankings

  • 2:45 – 3:00 PM – Teamwork Finals Preparation

  • 3:00 – 3:45 PM – Teamwork Challenge Finals

  • 3:45 – 4:00 PM – Final Results & Awards Preparation

  • 4:00 – 4:30 PM – Awards Ceremony

  • After 4:30 PM – Team Clean-Up & Departure

Important Notes:

  • All teams must complete check-in by 9:00 AM.

  • Robots must pass inspection before participating in official matches.

  • Each team is expected to participate in approximately 6 Teamwork Challenge qualification matches.

  • Each team will have up to 3 Driving Skills attempts and 3 Autonomous Coding Skills attempts.

  • Robot Skills Challenges and judging will run concurrently with qualification matches.

  • VEX IQ Teamwork Finals will feature qualifying teams competing in two-team alliances. There is no alliance selection or elimination bracket.

  • Teams should monitor match schedules and announcements throughout the day.

Note: This schedule is approximate and subject to change based on the tournament's progress, inspection completion, and field availability..

Volontario

Volunteers Needed

Our tournaments wouldn’t be possible without the help of dedicated volunteers. Whether you’re a parent, sibling, alum, or community member, we’d love to have you join us. No prior experience is required—training and support will be provided.

Why volunteer?

  • Be part of the excitement and energy of a VEX Robotics tournament

  • Lunch and snacks provided for volunteers

  • Flexible full-day and half-day shifts available

  • Roles for both adults and younger helpers (e.g., field resetters)

The earlier you sign up, the easier it is for us to plan and ensure a smooth, fun event day. Feel free to share the sign-up link with others who may be interested.

Thank you for helping make this season a success!

Politica in caso di emergenza/maltempo

In the event of bad weather, an email will be sent to each team’s primary and secondary points of contact. Please keep in mind that Richmond weather may be very different from Northern Virginia, so plan travel accordingly.

The tournament will only be canceled if Richmond-area schools close due to weather. If a single team cannot attend because of weather, refunds will not be issued.

This event will take place rain or shine. In the case of a full snow cancellation, a $100 refund per team will be provided.

Politiche di rimborso e pagamento

There will be no refunds outside of a full event cancellation. We are willing to work with teams if we can find a team to take their spot.

Formato Giudizio

  • 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.

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