Cranbrook Mix and Match League

Blended VEX IQ Robotics Competition ES/MS

Date
23-Oct-2025 - 18-Dec-2025
Event Code
RE-VIQRC-25-1710
Program
VEX IQ Robotics Competition
Event Type
League
Event Format
In-Person
Field Control System
N/A
Capacity
24
Spots Open
2
Event Region
Michigan
Standard Registration Opens
1-Sep-2025 16:00 EDT
Registration Deadline
19-Oct-2025 16:00 EDT
Payment Deadline
9-Oct-2025 20:00 EDT
Price
$100.00
This event is closed to registration because:
  • It is past the registration deadline.

General Info

Welcome to the Cranbrook VIQRC Mix and Match League Event! 

Registration Information

All participating teams must be registered with VEX Robotics and the Robot Events website and have an official team number before registering for this event. Tournament fees must be paid before teams are allowed to compete. Registration and payments should be made through the Robot Events website.

Judging

There will no judging for this event

Lunch and Concessions

Snack concessions will be available for purchase at all league sessions

Finals Matches

All teams will be participate in the finals

Competition Preparation

All teams should come prepared for competition. Here are a few steps that every team should take to ensure that they are prepared.

Review all game information: https://www.vexrobotics.com/iq/competition/viqc-current-game

  1. Review the rules and run through the inspection checklist about a week before the competition so that there is ample time for adjustments. Robots must use VEX IQ parts. Please self inspect before arriving at the tournament using:  Microsoft Word - VIQRCRobotInspectionChecklist mix^0match_expanded_2025-05-30.docx

  2. Check the VEX Forum - A forum to discuss VEX Robotics. for rule updates and changes.

  3. Carefully read all of the information contained in the tournament posting on VEX IQ Robotics Competition : Robot Events

  4. Pack for the event the day before the day of departure. Here are a few items that you don't want to forget.

    • Spare parts & tools

    • Batteries and chargers

    • Power strip and extension cord

    • Laptop computer

    • Programming cable

    • Banners and other decorations for your team pit table

    • Giveaways if you have them

  5. Be sure to read VEX Tournaments 101: A Primer for Parents – REC Library (roboticseducation.org)

  6. Check the awards tab to see what awards will be given during the tournament.

  7. Remember that safety comes first, please don't bring tools that pose a safety risk to your team, or others nearby, as teams are close to each other in the venue pit area. Also, remember no grinding or other actions that create sparks, ask the tournament director for a safe location if grinding is needed.

  8. Ensure that you have the latest version of programming software and firmware for your IQ Brain:  VEXos Firmware Updates - Products - IQ - VEX Robotics

Participation and Consent Form

A completed form for all participants must be uploaded to robotevents.com prior to the tournament. Team leaders will need to check that all team members attending the event have completed the online consent form prior to the tournament. Instructions on how to upload consent forms is given here: REC Foundation Participant Release Form

 

Grade Level: All

Skills Challenge Offered: Yes

Judging: No

 

 


Grade Level: All

Skills Challenge Offered: Yes

Judging Format: No Judging

Event Dates & Locations

Date: 23-Oct-2025
Venue/Location:
Cranbrook Middle School for Boys
39221 Woodward Avenue
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan 48304
United States
Date: 13-Nov-2025
Venue/Location:
Cranbrook Middle School for Boys
39221 Woodward Avenue
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan 48304
United States
Date: 11-Dec-2025
Venue/Location:
Cranbrook Kingswood Middle School for Boys
39221 Woodward Avenue
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan 48304
United States
Date: 18-Dec-2025
Venue/Location:
Cranbrook Kingswood Middle School for Boys
39221 Woodward Avenue
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan 48304
United States

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Agenda

TENTATIVE!

Agenda

Qualification Session 1, 2, and 3

3:30 pm - Doors open, team check-in

3:45pm - Robot Inspection starts, skills field opens

4:00pm - Event meeting

4:30 pm - Qualification matches start

6:30 pm - Qualification matches end; skills field closes

Qualification Session 4 and Finals

Thursday 12/19

3:30 pm - Doors open, team check-in

3:45pm - Robot Inspection starts, skills field opens

4:00pm - Event meeting

4:15 pm - Qualification matches start

5:45 pm - Qualification matches end; skills field closes

6:00pm - Finals

6:20pm - Awards

 

Volunteer

Volunteers welcome.  Please see Katie Bis upon arrival.

Thank you! 

Emergency/Bad Weather Policy

In the case of severe weather, coaches will be notified via email of tournament cancellations or delays.

Please drive safely!

Contact Katie Bis (248-808-4629) if you have a team emergency or your team will be delayed beyond the scheduled start time.

Cranbrook campus security can be reached anytime at  248-645-3170.

Refund and Payment Policies

If the Event Partner cancels the event: Request for refunds should be directed to Katie Bis at [email protected] 

 

If a Coach/Mentor completes registration for the event then chooses to withdraw or not attend:  Request for refunds should be directed to Katie Bis at [email protected] 

 

Date: 23-Oct-2025
Cranbrook Middle School for Boys
39221 Woodward Avenue
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan 48304
United States
Date: 13-Nov-2025
Cranbrook Middle School for Boys
39221 Woodward Avenue
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan 48304
United States
Date: 11-Dec-2025
Cranbrook Kingswood Middle School for Boys
39221 Woodward Avenue
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan 48304
United States
Date: 18-Dec-2025
Cranbrook Kingswood Middle School for Boys
39221 Woodward Avenue
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan 48304
United States

Travel Info

Dates:

Session #1 - Thursday, October 23rd, 2025 

Session #2 - Thursday, November 13th, 2025 

Session #3 & Finals - Thursday, December 18th, 2025

 

 

Main Entrance for the Cranbrook Educational Community:
39221 Woodward Avenue
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan 48304

Main Entrance for the Cranbrook Educational Community:
39221 Woodward Avenue
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan 48304

Maps to the Middle School for Boys will be available at the security booth located at the main entrance of the Cranbrook Educational Community: 39221 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills, Michigan 48304. 

The tournament will take place at the Cranbrook Middle School for Boys which is located in the Cranbrook Educational Community. 

Maps to the Middle School for Boys will be available at the security booth located at the main entrance of the Cranbrook Educational Community: 39221 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills, Michigan 48304. 

Please follow the signs to the Middle School for Boys once you enter the Cranbrook Educational Community. Please park in the back of the Middle School for boys and walk into the school using the entrance near the gym.  The competition will take place on the upper level in the multi-purpose room with pits located in the dining hall.  

Judging Format

  • No Judging