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21Feb VEX IQ Robotics Competition Mix & Match at Huguenot High

(ES/MS)

Date
21-Feb-2026 Add to Calendar
Event Code
RE-VIQRC-25-2396
Program
VEX IQ Robotics Competition
Event Type
Open Tournament
Event Format
In-Person
Field Control System
N/A
Capacity
36
Spots Open
0
Event Region
Virginia
Max Registrations per Organization
10
Early-Bird Registration Opens
19-Nov-2025 12:00 EST
Standard Registration Opens
10-Jan-2026 12:00 EST
Registration Deadline
14-Feb-2026 12:00 EST
Payment Deadline
14-Feb-2026 12:00 EST
Price
$105.00
This event is closed to registration because:
  • This event currently has no spaces available.
  • It is past the registration deadline.

General Info

Welcome to the 21 Feb VIQRC Mix & match Tournament at Huguenot  High  (ES/MS)!

This event will host 32 elemantry school and middle school teams.

What to Expect:

  • Each team will have about 6 qualification matches.

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

Registration & Payment:

  • Registration fees must be paid by February 14.

  • Teams not paid by this date will be moved to the waitlist.

Food & Concessions:

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

  • Teams may also pre-order Papa John’s pizzas for delivery at lunchtime. Pre-order info will be shared in advance.

Event Logistics:

  • Venue: Huguenot High School, Richmond, Virginia

  • Doors Open: 8:00 AM

  • Check-In Deadline: 9:30 AM (teams not checked in by this time will not be included in the match schedule)

  • Qualification Matches Start: 10:00 AM

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

  • Parking: Plenty of free parking available on campus. 

Additional Information:

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

  • Judging: In-person judging will be offered. Online Notebooks should be submitted by Dec 27th 2025 in Robotevents. 

  • Skills Field: A dedicated field will be available for Skills Challenge runs throughout the day.

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

Quick Facts:

  • Grade Level: Elemantry & Middle School

  • Skills Challenge: Yes

  • Judging Format: In-Person

We’re excited to host your teams and look forward to an amazing day of competition and collaboration!


Grade Level: All

Skills Challenge Offered: Yes

Judging Format: All In-Person Judging

Event Dates & Locations

Date: 21-Feb-2026

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

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Agenda

VEX IQ Event Agenda
(Schedule is approximate and subject to change based on tournament flow)

  • 8:00 AM – Doors Open

  • 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM – Team Check-In, Inspection, & Engineering Notebook Submission

  • 9:45 AM – 10:00 AM – Mandatory Drivers Meeting

  • 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM – Skills Fields Open & Qualification Matches

  • 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM – Lunch Break

  • 12:45 PM – 3:00 PM – Skills Fields Open & Qualification Matches

  • 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM – Finals Practice Matches

  • 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM – Finals Matches & Awards

Volunteer

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.

Volunteer Sign-Up:
Events at Huguenot High School – Sign Up Here

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!

Emergency/Bad Weather Policy

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 $80 refund per team will be provided.

Refund and Payment Policies

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.

Judging Format

 

  •  Digital Engineering Notebook Submissions / In Person Team Interviews: Team interviews will be conducted in-person at the event. Engineering notebooks will be submitted digitally for evaluation  via a link found within the "My Account" panel of the team contact on RobotEvents. Submission deadline - Feb 14th 2026.