Tallahassee @ FAMU Mix and Match VEX IQ Robotics Finale

General Info

Welcome to The FAMU VEX IQ Robotics Competition Tournament.  This tournament is the culmination of the Scrimmages that have been ongoing through the Fall semester.

Payment for this Regional Finale is required to participate in those scrimmages, which are designated as "Free."  But participation in the scrimmages is not required to participate in the Finale.   Participation in the scrimmmages is highly encouraged, but not required,  as it will give your teams a chance to become familiar with the game, with competitions, and improve their robots before this Finale.

Please bring your own power strips and extension cords. 

Competition Preparation

This event is sure to be a fast-paced and exciting event. All teams should come prepared for competition. Here are a few steps that every team should take to ensure that they are prepared.

Read up online about: How to run a team, do your engineering notebook, and the steps to build your robot.

1. Review the rules and run through the inspection checklist about a week before the competition so that there is ample time for adjustments. The inspection checklist can be found here.

2. Check the https://www.robotevents.com/V5RC/2025-2026/QA for rule updates.

3. Carefully read all of the information contained in the tournament posting on RobotEvents.com

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
* Programming cable
* Power strip
* Laptop computer
* Engineering notebook should have been uploaded to the website for Award Eligibility
* Banners and other decorations for your team pit
* Giveaways if you have them

5. Be sure to read 101 Things You Should Know Before Your First VEX Tournament.

6. Review the descriptions and criteria for the awards that are being given during the tournament.

7. Prepare for your interviews with the judges. Check the awards tab to see what awards will be given during the tournament.

8. Remember that safety comes first, please don't bring tools that pose a safety risk to your team, or others nearby as the venue is a very tight fit. Also, remember no grinding or other actions that create sparks.

9. Read through the Robot troubleshooting guide.

11. Ensure that you have the latest version of firmware.

LINK to the REC Library

SKILLS CHALLENGE

THREE attempts of each type of skill match are allowed.

VEX Curriculum
If you are still working on your robot design and have questions about integrating your various systems or want to ensure that you have powered your robot properly, refer: https://education.vex.com/stemlabs/iq 

Qualifying Criteria: https://www.vexrobotics.com/iq/competition/viqc-current-game

All attendees are expected to abide by the code of conduct  .

All participants are expected to complete the participant release form . (also available in Spanish)  Once per season covers all events

Note: Ensure your IT does not block emails from robotevents.com and roboticseducation.org   

Grade Level: All

Skills Challenge Offered: Yes

Judging Format: Remote Engineering Notebooks