Robotics Education & Competition Foundation
Inspiring students, one robot at a time.
Inspiring students, one robot at a time.
Event Code: RE-VIQC-18-6080
Program: VEX IQ Challenge
Type of Event: Tournament
Capacity: 412 / Spots Open: 3
Event Region: Kentucky
Price: $975.00
This event is closed to registration because:
Date: 04/28/2019 - 04/30/2019
Venue/Location:
Grade Level: Middle School
Robot Skills Challenge Offered : Yes
STEM Research Offered : No
Additional Contact Information:
For general information and inquiries, please contact our support staff via email.
For information regarding payment for the VEX Robotics World Championship, please contact our accounting department.
Robotics Education & Competition Foundation Accounting
1519 I-30 West
Greenville, TX 75402
Phone Number: (214) 771-0975
Fax Number: (214) 481-6335
Email: accounting@roboticseducation.org
The The VEX Robotics World Championship, presented by the Northrop Grumman Foundation, brings together top robotics teams in the VEX IQ Challenge, VEX Robotics Competition, and VEX U under one roof to celebrate their accomplishments and participate with the best teams from around the world.
In the VEX IQ Challenge, teams compete in the exciting 2018-19 VEX IQ Challenge game, Next Level, to earn a spot at this prestigious event. For information about the game, click here.
Special thanks to our Global Sponsors Autodesk, Dell, Google, HEXBUG, IFI, NASA, Rack Solutions, Robomatter, Tesla, Texas Instruments, Toyota, TVA, and VEX Robotics.
We also would like to thank our VEX Robotics World Championship sponsors: Mathworks, Microchip, UPS, Nordson, Nissan, Robot Mesh, and Tata. The commitment and support of these partners ensure a great experience for everyone attending the event.
Be sure to download and read the scheduled April 5, 2019, Game Manual update that include important rule clarifications.
To install the VEX Worlds 2019 mobile application for iOS or Android download the following instructions.
Click here for the app QR code.
For hours concession areas and food trucks are open during VEX Worlds click here.
Space at World Championship will be in high demand and we don't anticipate many (if any) spots opening up for teams on the wait list. Click the “Wait List” tab to place your team on the wait list. If spots open up, teams on the wait list will be notified and instructed to register.
Please download and review the VEX Worlds Team FAQ for commonly asked questions and more information.
Information about shipping your robot, tools, and supplies through Fern Exposition can be found in the following Competitor Kits:
If you have any questions about robot shipping information, please contact Fern directly at (502) 367-0254.
Please review the policy for use of mobility devices at VEX Worlds.
Please review the Service Animal Policy.
Check back soon for the REC Foundation store’s hours of operation.
Online apparel from Fine Designs for the VEX Robotics World Championship is now available!
Please follow this link that will direct you to the team email blast archive on VEXForum.com.
The VEX Robotics World Championship is free and open to the public. This lively and engaging event is suitable for the entire family. Spectators are welcome to attend the ceremonies, watch matches, and visit with teams in the pit area. Click here for parking information.
Click here for the 2019 VEX Robotics World Championship Agenda. Please note that since this agenda is tentative, times may vary from 15-30 minutes.
WE NEED VOLUNTEERS OF ALL SKILL LEVELS - Volunteer at the VEX Robotics World Championship and help make this event the best experience ever for our participating students! Many volunteer roles do not require previous experience, and we provide online training resources to prepare you for any position. Join our volunteer team, get inspired, and have fun!
An average shift is 6-8 hours, and you can sign up for one shift, multiple shifts, and even multiple days if it suits your schedule. Volunteers who can commit to an entire day or more will get a free t-shirt, meals and snacks, swag bag, and free parking. This year we are again offering self-scheduling online, making it easy for you to select and view your shifts from any computer or mobile device.
Make volunteering a family affair! Younger kids who can pay attention to directions make great Field Resetters, and we can pair you up in the same area to volunteer together in most cases. Visit our VEX Worlds Volunteers page to learn about available volunteer positions and to sign up. We look forward to seeing you in Louisville!
Please email volunteer@roboticseducation.org with any questions.
Teams will be notified, via email, if any event occurs that would jeopardize the VEX Robotics World Championship.
VEX Robotics World Championship registration cancellations must be received by March 11, 2019, in order to receive a full refund. All cancellations must be emailed to support@robotevents.com with the team number and the contact information for the team. Teams that cancel on March 12, 2019, or after will not receive a refund for their registration fee.
Click here to download the VEX Worlds 2019 GET Travel Flyer to learn everything you need to know about planning your trip from our official travel partner.
International Teams: Click here to download the VEX Worlds 2019 Travel Flyer to learn everything you need to know about planning your trip from our official travel partner.
Hotels: These hotels have been approved by VEX and offer the best rate guarantee and best terms and amenities to teams.
Click here for team airline, charter bus, or rental vehicle options and reservations to get to and from your destinations while in Louisville.
Teams are responsible for making their own arrangements for travel between the Louisville Airport (SDF) and their hotel.
Information about Louisville ground transportation services can be found on the airport's website.
A free shuttle bus loop will run between the Kentucky Exposition Center and many area hotels during VEX Worlds. Click here for details.
Gould’s Discount Medical Scooters will be available for rent at VEX Worlds. Call Evelyn at (502) 491-2000 extension 4330 to make a reservation. Click here for more information.
VEX Worlds will once again conclude with a Team Party at Kentucky Kingdom amusement park. $30 Early bird pricing will be valid through Sunday, March 24. Tickets purchased after will cost the regular price of $45.
Please download and review the VEX Worlds Team FAQ for commonly asked questions and more information.
To learn more about our exciting host city, please visit our Louisville VEX Robotics World Championship microsite.
The REC Foundation is happy to provide visa and invitation letters to teams. In order to process visa and invitation letters, please have the team's primary contact fill out this form.
Please have the following information available:
Visa and invitation letters submitted after [Date], will be processed as soon as possible, but may take up to three weeks.
Please Note: The REC Foundation will not produce a separate letter for each team member. Instead, the foundation will produce a letter for the entire team and attach the list of team members and mentors.
Click here for driving instructions to the Kentucky Expo Center.
All teams will get one parking pass valid for the duration of the event. The parking passes will be included in your registration packet that you will receive at the event upon check-in.
There are two options for purchasing your Parking Passes while attending the VEX World events April 24th thru April 30th. You may purchase parking passes online at a reduced cost or purchase parking passes once you reach the Kentucky Exposition Center.
KEC PARKING PASS FEE BREAKDOWN (Flyer)
To purchase online, use the following links:
If you purchase at the gate, the following prices apply:
Important things to know regarding Parking at the Kentucky Exposition Center:
Parking passes may also be purchased at the ticket booth immediately inside the glass doors of the Workman Lobby. If a team has more than one vehicle, additional vehicles will need to pay for parking. Click here for a map and additional information regarding private charter parking.
Note: Parking is free on Wednesday, April 24, and Sunday, April 28.
PLAY BALL! If you’re searching for a safe and enjoyable place to entertain your students while in Louisville, look no further than a Louisville Bats baseball game. With a ballpark honored by national publications as one of the nation’s best, the setting is perfect for hosting student groups and it’s located less than a mile from most downtown hotels.
Visit RobotEvents.com/VEXtv during the event to build your own custom webcast and live results screen!
Special thanks to our Global Sponsors Autodesk, Dell, Google, HEXBUG, IFI, NASA, Rack Solutions, Robomatter, Tesla, Texas Instruments, Toyota, TVA, and VEX Robotics.
We also would like to thank our VEX Robotics World Championship sponsors: Mathworks, Microchip, UPS, Nordson, Nissan, Robot Mesh, and Tata. The commitment and support of these partners ensure a great experience for everyone attending the event.
| Inspiration All-Star | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Award | Recipient | |||
| Inspiration All-Star | Brandon Petersen | |||
| Inspiration All-Star | Nekoda Altaha | |||
| Inspiration All-Star | Stephan van Haren | |||
| Inspiration All-Star | Sylvia Acevedo | |||
| VEX IQ Challenge Middle School | ||||
| Award | Team # | Team Name | Affiliation | Location |
| VEX IQ Challenge Middle School Excellence Award | 27112A | Branch of CJL MSch A陈经纶 | Branch of Beijing Chen Jinglun Middle School | Beijing, Beijing, China |
| Middle School Teamwork Challenge World Champions | 127Z | Batman | Inspire Charter School | Costa Mesa, California, United States |
| Middle School Teamwork Challenge World Champions | 99900J | Dr X Academy | Dr X Academy | Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada |
| Middle School Teamwork Challenge World 2nd Place | 42292B | HKYRA Team 2 | The Hong Kong Youth Robotronics Association | Kowloon, Hong Kong |
| Middle School Teamwork Challenge World 2nd Place | 69740A | TMZ INVENTOR | ALTAMAYOZ SCHOOL | العين, United Arab Emirates |
| Middle School Teamwork Challenge World 3rd Place | 74801E | Diamond Block | Gainesville Robotics Booster | Gainesville, Florida, United States |
| Middle School Teamwork Challenge World 3rd Place | 7704A | Steel Eagles | Zionsville Middle School | Zionsville, Indiana, United States |
| VEX IQ Challenge Middle School - Science Division | ||||
| Award | Team # | Team Name | Affiliation | Location |
| Division Teamwork Challenge Champion | 59990C | The LemonNation | South Texas Competitive Robotics Alliance | San Antonio, Texas, United States |
| Division Teamwork Challenge Champion | 2518R | Nakibots | NakiBots | Taranaki, New Zealand |
| Division Teamwork Challenge 2nd Place | 4662C | Magikid Irvine C: Team Calculators | Magikid Robotics Lab | Irvine, California, United States |
| Division Teamwork Challenge 2nd Place | 67448B | Tecnica 156-2 | Escuela Secundaria Tecnica 156 | Lagos de Moreno, Jalisco, Mexico |
| Division Teamwork Challenge 3rd Place | 17527A | ZC YS HM TX JX United-A | Zhongchuang Yushi Huamei Taixiao Junxiao United【中创机器人13570255888】 | Guangzhou, Guangdong, China |
| Division Teamwork Challenge 3rd Place | 33364C | FNATIC | FNATIC Robotics | Lagos de Moreno, Jalisco, Mexico |
| Amaze Award | 33364C | FNATIC | FNATIC Robotics | Lagos de Moreno, Jalisco, Mexico |
| Build Award | 53535A | 5 x 5 | The ROBOT Whisperers INC | Aurora, Illinois, United States |
| Create Award | 555B | Gladiators | KraftWerx | Brampton, Ontario, Canada |
| Design Award | 999A | Rising Phoenix | Capital Robotics Club | Mclean, Virginia, United States |
| Energy Award | 217A | ThunderChickens | Utica Community Schools | Macomb, Michigan, United States |
| Innovate Award | 10515C | The Road Runner's | Fulbright Junior High School | Bentonville, Arkansas, United States |
| Inspire Award | 27485B | Grand Bassa County Team | The Nyonblee Cares Foundation | Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, Liberia |
| Judges Award | 79467A | Visioneers | San Antonio Lighthouse for the Blind and Vision Impaired 794 | San Antonio, Texas, United States |
| Sportsmanship Award | 11353G | Golden Gear Mechanics | Carrollton Schools | Carrollton, Ohio, United States |
| STEM Research Award | 98000B | You're a Robot Harry | Foothills Middle School | Wenatchee, Washington, United States |
| Think Award | 47B | Robotic Frappuccino | Evergreen Middle School | Redmond, Washington, United States |
| VEX IQ Challenge Middle School - Technology Division | ||||
| Award | Team # | Team Name | Affiliation | Location |
| Division Teamwork Challenge Champion | 74801E | Diamond Block | Gainesville Robotics Booster | Gainesville, Florida, United States |
| Division Teamwork Challenge Champion | 7704A | Steel Eagles | Zionsville Middle School | Zionsville, Indiana, United States |
| Division Teamwork Challenge 2nd Place | 38780A | Vextraordinaires | Independent Team | London, United Kingdom |
| Division Teamwork Challenge 2nd Place | 25400C | Dwight03 | EJI | Seoul, South Korea |
| Division Teamwork Challenge 3rd Place | 3716Z | Kinetic Penguins | Sub-Zero Robotics | SAN JOSE, California, United States |
| Division Teamwork Challenge 3rd Place | 169Z | 169 Z | The Haverford School | HAVERFORD, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Amaze Award | 31113A | Team Orange | Harjunrinteen koulu | Riihimaki, Finland |
| Build Award | 24X | Super Sonic Sparks | Sparks 4-H Tech Club | Westminster, Maryland, United States |
| Create Award | 12393C | EST 1 | SECRETARÍA DE EDUCACIÓN DEL ESTADO DE DURANGO (SEED) | Durango, Durango, Mexico |
| Design Award | 3716Z | Kinetic Penguins | Sub-Zero Robotics | SAN JOSE, California, United States |
| Energy Award | 44495A | robo IQ4 | Rashid Bin Hemied Cycle 2 School | Dubai, United Arab Emirates |
| Innovate Award | 409B | The Beach Botz | Marks Robotics | Galveston, Texas, United States |
| Inspire Award | 10769B | Wild Cards | Palmetto Scholars Academy | North Charleston, South Carolina, United States |
| Judges Award | 95699A | Vexccelerate | Independent Team | London, United Kingdom |
| Sportsmanship Award | 21549A | Gear Squad | Queen ELizabeth's School | London, United Kingdom |
| STEM Research Award | 3547H | VIRUS: Pot Stickers | Technolgy First | Monroe, Michigan, United States |
| Think Award | 11173B | Mililani Masters | Cornerstone Engineering Robotics LLC | Mililani, Hawaii, United States |
| VEX IQ Challenge Middle School - Engineering Division | ||||
| Award | Team # | Team Name | Affiliation | Location |
| Division Teamwork Challenge Champion | 10700B | GMR | Great Minds Robotics | Tarzana, California, United States |
| Division Teamwork Challenge Champion | 13818A | Shantou Longhu A | Shantou Longhu Experimental Middle School | Shantou, Guangdong, China |
| Division Teamwork Challenge 2nd Place | 42292B | HKYRA Team 2 | The Hong Kong Youth Robotronics Association | Kowloon, Hong Kong |
| Division Teamwork Challenge 2nd Place | 69740A | TMZ INVENTOR | ALTAMAYOZ SCHOOL | العين, United Arab Emirates |
| Division Teamwork Challenge 3rd Place | 46729M | IMSA Robotics | In Math & Science Academy | Indianapolis, Indiana, United States |
| Division Teamwork Challenge 3rd Place | 26808A | Lone Oak Robotics A Team | Lone Oak Middle School | Lone Oak, Texas, United States |
| Amaze Award | 33510A | Savage Squad | Bakersfield, California, United States | |
| Build Award | 42292B | HKYRA Team 2 | The Hong Kong Youth Robotronics Association | Kowloon, Hong Kong |
| Create Award | 2045N | REBotics | Ransom Everglades Middle School | Coconut Grove, Florida, United States |
| Design Award | 47G | Mechanical Dragons | Evergreen Middle School | Redmond, Washington, United States |
| Energy Award | 37711A | IMS ROBOT 10.25 | Institut Maison des Sciences | fès, Morocco |
| Innovate Award | 52104A | Silver Tigers | Harmony School Of Innovation - El Paso | EL PASO, Texas, United States |
| Inspire Award | 37711A | IMS ROBOT 10.25 | Institut Maison des Sciences | fès, Morocco |
| Judges Award | 36788A | SMS-Broadway Blondes | Sayre Middle School | Sayre, Oklahoma, United States |
| Sportsmanship Award | 9611A | Hope of Syria | MAPs | Zahle, Lebanon |
| STEM Research Award | 1715C | RoboHillers Cool Cats | Hopkinton Middle School | Hopkinton, Massachusetts, United States |
| Think Award | 10700B | GMR | Great Minds Robotics | Tarzana, California, United States |
| VEX IQ Challenge Middle School - Arts Division | ||||
| Award | Team # | Team Name | Affiliation | Location |
| Division Teamwork Challenge Champion | 127X | Dragon Tech | Inspire Charter School | Costa Mesa, California, United States |
| Division Teamwork Challenge Champion | 21549D | Technogear | Queen ELizabeth's School | London, United Kingdom |
| Division Teamwork Challenge 2nd Place | 7008A | Robotic's Legend | Colegio Adianez | Guaynabo, Puerto Rico |
| Division Teamwork Challenge 2nd Place | 6262A | A-Plus RoboTeam | A-Plus Center | Darzanoon, Lebanon |
| Division Teamwork Challenge 3rd Place | 10563A | Team Radioactive | Microchip Technology Inc. | Chandler, Arizona, United States |
| Division Teamwork Challenge 3rd Place | 4040A | Bears | St. Joseph Regional Junior High School | Manchester, New Hampshire, United States |
| Amaze Award | 10563A | Team Radioactive | Microchip Technology Inc. | Chandler, Arizona, United States |
| Build Award | 6262A | A-Plus RoboTeam | A-Plus Center | Darzanoon, Lebanon |
| Create Award | 50252A | Synonyms of Awesome | Robious Robotics | Midlothian, Virginia, United States |
| Design Award | 10638A | Thunder | Colegio del Sol | Paraguay, Paraguay |
| Energy Award | 36908C | Makermust | ERA Okulları | İstanbul, Turkey |
| Innovate Award | 21549D | Technogear | Queen ELizabeth's School | London, United Kingdom |
| Inspire Award | 963S | Fruitless Endeavor | McLean Robotics Institute | Singapore, Singapore |
| Judges Award | 8053A | Robocoders | Robocod | Ksar Hellal, Tunisia |
| Sportsmanship Award | 1729B | Yellow Submarine | VEX Robotics Kazakhstan | Almaty, Kazakhstan |
| STEM Research Award | 7043A | Robotech | Theopolis Christian Academy | Mayaguez, Puerto Rico |
| Think Award | 22250B | The Pack | El Rancho Charter School | Anaheim Hills, California, United States |
| VEX IQ Challenge Middle School - Math Division | ||||
| Award | Team # | Team Name | Affiliation | Location |
| Division Teamwork Challenge Champion | 127Z | Batman | Inspire Charter School | Costa Mesa, California, United States |
| Division Teamwork Challenge Champion | 99900J | Dr X Academy | Dr X Academy | Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada |
| Division Teamwork Challenge 2nd Place | 1140Z | Discobots ζ | Brampton Robotics Education | Brampton, Ontario, Canada |
| Division Teamwork Challenge 2nd Place | 47A | Circuit Breakers | Evergreen Middle School | Redmond, Washington, United States |
| Division Teamwork Challenge 3rd Place | 10978A | Desert Titan | Trinity Robotics Club | Chandler, Arizona, United States |
| Division Teamwork Challenge 3rd Place | 70700A | RoboSquad | Active Minds School | Bekaa, Lebanon |
| Amaze Award | 99900J | Dr X Academy | Dr X Academy | Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada |
| Build Award | 21549E | Supercharge | Queen ELizabeth's School | London, United Kingdom |
| Create Award | 1900H | Hunters | RainForest Robotics | East Palo Alto, California, United States |
| Design Award | 127Z | Batman | Inspire Charter School | Costa Mesa, California, United States |
| Energy Award | 71504A | Colegio Santa Clara | Colegio Santa Clara | Santiago, Chile |
| Innovate Award | 47U | EMS - DiscoBotz | Evergreen Middle School | Redmond, Washington, United States |
| Inspire Award | 2420A | H2-D2 | Engineering for Kids Las Vegas | Las Vegas, Nevada, United States |
| Judges Award | 45864Z | Asteria | Asteria | San Jose, California, United States |
| Sportsmanship Award | 287C | STEAM TEAM | Union Middle School | Rutherford, New Jersey, United States |
| STEM Research Award | 10173F | HBS Vexecutioners | Henrietta Barnett School | London, United Kingdom |
| Think Award | 31009A | Xi'an TieYi High School A | Xi'an TieYi High School | Xi'an, Shaanxi, China |
| VEX IQ Challenge Middle School Skills Challenge Winners | ||||
| Award | Team # | Team Name | Affiliation | Location |
| Middle School Robot Skills Challenge World Champion | 99900J | Dr X Academy | Dr X Academy | Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada |
| Middle School Robot Skills Challenge World 2nd Place | 10700B | GMR | Great Minds Robotics | Tarzana, California, United States |
| Middle School Robot Skills Challenge World 3rd Place | 42292B | HKYRA Team 2 | The Hong Kong Youth Robotronics Association | Kowloon, Hong Kong |
| Online Challenge Award Winners | ||||
| Award | Team # | Team Name | Affiliation | Location |
| Robot Virtual Worlds Online Challenge Sponsored by Robomatter | 13818A | Shantou Longhu A | Shantou, Guangdong, China | |
| Make It Real CAD Engineering Challenge Sponsored by Autodesk | 1313A | RoboRunners | Traverse City, Michigan, United States | |
| VEX IQ Challenge Promote Award Online Challenge | 3547P | VIRUS: Team Lightning | Monroe, Michigan, United States | |
| VEX IQ Challenge Girl Powered Online Challenge Sponsored by Google | 10142A | Green Tigers Team A | Honolulu, Hawaii, United States | |