VIQRC Mix & Match in Chesapeake Tournament (ES/MS)
Hugo A. Owens Middle School
- Date
- 10-Jan-2026 Add to Calendar
- Event Code
- RE-VIQRC-25-2136
- Program
- VEX IQ Robotics Competition
- Event Type
- Open Tournament
- Event Format
- In-Person
- Field Control System
- N/A
- Capacity
- 30
- Spots Open
- 2
- Event Region
- Virginia
- Max Registrations per Organization
- 6
- Early-Bird Registration Opens
- 15-Oct-2025 12:00 EDT
- Standard Registration Opens
- 29-Nov-2025 12:00 EST
- Registration Deadline
- 19-Dec-2025 12:00 EST
- Payment Deadline
- 19-Dec-2025 23:59 EST
- Price
- $95.00
- This event has reached capacity. Teams on waitlist may still be added.
- It is past the registration deadline.
General Info
Please join us for our second VEX VIQC Tournament at Hugo A. Owens Middle School School! This is a blended VEX IQ tournament for both Elementary and Middle School teams and will qualify teams for the State Championship.
We will have 1–2 practice fields available in the morning, but these will be converted to competition fields once matches begin. Skills challenges will run until the final qualifying match. Teams are strongly encouraged to bring their own practice fields if possible.
Please note that this event is tentative and may be canceled due to inclement weather or district/school closures.
Payment is due by December 19, 2025. Teams who do not submit payment by this deadline will be moved to the waiting list to allow other teams the opportunity to register.
Pizza lunch order forms will be sent out to coaches 1-2 weeks before the tournament. We will not be able to take lunch orders the day of the tournament.
There will be pizza lunch by the slice available for purchase at the concession stand, along with a variety of bevarage and snack options throughout the event. No outside food or drink is permitted, in accordance with district policy (water is allowed).
Volunteers: This event relies on volunteers to be a success. Coaches, please encourage your students' parents to volunteer througout the day; it is a great way for parents to experience the event, and all full day volunteers will receive a complementary lunch.
Please email EP Caren Daniel [email protected] to volunteer.
We look forward to hosting a fun day of competition!
Grade Level: All
Skills Challenge Offered: Yes
Judging Format: All In-Person Judging
Event Dates & Locations
Date: 10-Jan-2026
Venue/Location:1997 Horseback Run
Chesapeake, Virginia 23323
United States
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This schedule is subject to change
Check for Update January 5th
January 10, 2025
Tentative Schedule
8:00 AM Doors open Teams will not be allowed in before 8:00
8:00 - 10:00 AM All teams check-in / Inspection / Turn in Engineering Notebooks
9:45 AM - 10:00 AM Mandatory Coaches meeting
9:45 AM – 10:00 AM Mandatory Drivers meeting
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Skills fields open
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Qualification matches
1:00 PM – 1:45 PM Lunch
1:45 PM - 3:00 PM Skills fields open
1:45 PM - 3:00 PM Qualification matches
3:00PM - 3:30 PM Practice for finals matches
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM Finals matches and award
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM Cleanup and all teams out by 4:30
Volunteer
Volunteers Needed -- We need YOUR support!
VEX Robotics is a volunteer-driven organization, and that includes our dedicated coaches, event partners, and tournament staff. The success of this event 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.
Thank you for considering this opportunity to make a difference!
Emergency/Bad Weather Policy
Hugo A. Owens Middle School follows the Chesapeake Public Schools emergency and inclement weather policies. In the event of severe weather or any district-mandated closures, the tournament may be postponed or canceled for the safety of all participants.
If the event must be canceled due to weather or other emergencies, all registered teams will be notified by email as soon as a decision is made. Updates will also be posted on the RobotEvents listing and other communication platforms associated with the event.
In the event of a cancellation, refunds will be issued to all teams minus the $5 RECF processing fee, which is non-refundable.
Please monitor local weather forecasts and stay alert to updates from the tournament organizer as the event date approaches.
Refund and Payment Policies
No refunds will be issued unless the tournament is canceled due to inclement weather or by the Event Partner for any reason.
In the event of a cancellation, a partial refund of $85 will be provided. This refund will be less the $5 non-refundable processing fee charged by the REC Foundation and will help cover expenses already incurred in preparation for the event.
If a team registers and submits payment but later chooses to withdraw and not attend, no refund will be issued, regardless of the reason.
All teams must submit payment by December 19, 2025. Teams who have not paid by this date will be moved to the waitlist, unless alternative arrangements have been made in advance via email with Event Partner Melodie Surratt.
Please plan accordingly, and contact us with any questions or concerns regarding payment.
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.