Manila VEX U Tournament - Override™

Agenda

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Manila VEX U Tournament – Override™
Hosted by Hytec Power

EVENT AGENDA

8:00 AM - Doors open / Team Check-In / Inspections
8:30 AM - Skills Open
9:30 AM - Inspection Closes / Drivers Meeting / Opening Ceremonies
No later than 10:00 AM - Qualification Matches Begin
12:00 PM - Lunch Break (Skills reopens 12:30 PM)
1:00 PM - Qualification Matches Resume
No later than 3:00 PM - Elimination Matches Begin / Awards throughout elimination
~5:30 PM - Closing Ceremonies

IMPORTANT REMINDERS

• All teams must complete check-in and pass robot inspection before participating in official matches.
• Qualification Matches and Robot Skills will continue during the rolling lunch period.
• Teams are responsible for monitoring the official match schedule, queuing announcements and Robot Skills availability.
• Teams should report to the queuing area before their scheduled match time.
• VEX U Head-to-Head Matches are played one team against one team under the official VEX U tournament format.
• Elimination-bracket positions will be determined by the final Qualification Match rankings. There is no Alliance Selection.
• The agenda may be adjusted slightly during the event due to operational requirements. Any changes will be announced at the venue.

Volunteer

Be part of the Manila VEX U Tournament - Override™ and support the advancement of competitive robotics in higher education.

We invite professors, engineers, robotics professionals, industry practitioners, alumni, students, and robotics enthusiasts to volunteer for the following roles:

Head Referee

• Oversees match officiating and ensures proper implementation of competition rules
• Provides guidance on game rules and resolves match-related concerns

Scorekeeper

• Records and verifies match scores accurately
• Maintains competition scoring records and documentation

Tournament Manager

• Oversees tournament operations, schedules, match flow, and competition logistics
• Coordinates with teams, officials, and volunteers

Judge

• Evaluates teams based on robot design, engineering process, innovation, teamwork, and technical presentations

Why Volunteer?

• Gain experience managing a university-level robotics competition
• Develop skills in competition operations and technical evaluation
• Connect with universities, educators, engineers, and robotics professionals
• Support innovation and advanced STEM education

For registration assistance and event inquiries, please contact:

Mr. Julian Inigo Tamayo
Mobile: 0977 019 3055 / 0976 555 9840
Email: [email protected]

Emergency/Bad Weather Policy

The safety of all participants, university teams, coaches, volunteers, officials, guests, and event personnel is our highest priority.

In the event of emergencies, severe weather conditions, natural disasters, or circumstances affecting safety, the organizers may delay, suspend, reschedule, relocate, or cancel the event.

• Participants must follow all safety instructions provided by organizers and venue personnel.
• Event decisions during severe weather will consider official advisories from relevant government authorities.
• Changes to the event schedule or venue will be communicated through official registration contacts.
• Teams are encouraged to monitor official announcements before traveling.
• Universities and team representatives are responsible for ensuring safe travel arrangements.
• Emergency exits, assembly areas, and safety procedures will be discussed during event orientation.
• Participants requiring assistance should immediately approach event officials or designated safety personnel.

Event Partner: Hytec Power Inc.

The organizers reserve the right to implement necessary adjustments to ensure the safety and welfare of everyone attending the event.

Refund and Payment Policies

To ensure proper preparation and confirmation of participation, all university teams must follow the payment guidelines below:

• Registration is confirmed only upon receipt and verification of payment.
• All registration fees must be settled within the announced payment period.
• Proof of payment must be submitted through the designated registration channel.
• Registration fees are non-refundable once payment has been confirmed, except in cases of official event cancellation.
• Team withdrawal, non-attendance, or disqualification does not qualify for a refund.
• Registration fees cannot be transferred to another event unless approved by the organizers.
• Team substitutions may be considered subject to organizer approval.
• If the event is postponed due to emergencies, severe weather, or circumstances beyond the organizers’ control, payments may remain valid for the rescheduled event.
• If the event is permanently cancelled, organizers will provide information regarding applicable refund procedures.
• Any bank charges, transaction fees, or payment-processing fees shall be the responsibility of the participant.

For payment concerns and registration assistance:

Mr. Julian Inigo Tamayo
Mobile: 0977 019 3055 / 0976 555 9840
Email: [email protected]

Event Partner: Hytec Power Inc.

Judging Format

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.

Waitlist

0 teams are on the waitlist for this event.