Wisconn Valley VIQRC Tournament
VIQRC MS event
- Date
- 14-Jan-2024 Add to Calendar
- Event Code
- RE-VIQRC-23-2223
- Program
- VEX IQ Robotics Competition
- Event Type
- Tournament
- Event Format
- In-Person
- Field Control System
- N/A
- Capacity
- 32
- Spots Open
- 10
- Event Region
- Wisconsin
- Max Registrations per Organization
- 8
- Early-Bird Registration Opens
- 25-Sep-2023 16:00 EDT
- Standard Registration Opens
- 3-Dec-2023 16:00 EST
- Registration Deadline
- 8-Jan-2024 16:00 EST
- Payment Deadline
- 31-Dec-2023 16:00 EST
- Price
- $50.00
- This event has reached capacity. Teams on waitlist may still be added.
- It is past the registration deadline.
General Info
Welcome
Welcome to the Wisconn Valley VEX Tournament presented by Jockey at Shoreland Lutheran High School! This is our fifth year hosting a VEX IQ Robotics Challenge event. We are hopeful this event will continue to help spread the word about the awesome-ness that is VEX Robotics Competition and VEX IQ and encourage more team growth throughout the state and especially in southeastern Wisconsin. This event is being hosted by Shoreland Lutheran High School.
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. See detailed refund and payment information on the "Refund and Payment Policies" tab.
Engineering notebooks
We will be collecting Physical engineering notebooks at this event for judging.
Concessions
Full concessions will be available.
Finals Matches
Up to 32 teams will be paired up and participate in Finals matches.
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: Current Game Webpage
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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 the IQ Robot Inspection Checklist
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Check the official VEX forums for rule updates and changes.
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Carefully read all of the information contained in this tournament posting.
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Pack for the event the day before the day of departure. Here are a few items that you don't want to forget.
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Spare parts & tools
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Batteries and chargers
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Power strip and extension cord
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Laptop computer
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Programming cable
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Engineering notebook (Required for judged awards)
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Banners and other decorations for your team pit table
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Giveaways if you have them
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Be sure to read VEX Tournaments 101.
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Review the descriptions and criteria for the awards that are being given during the tournament.
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Prep for your interviews with the judges and read the Judge's Guide. Check the awards tab to see what awards will be given during the tournament.
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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.
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Ensure that you have the latest version of programming software and firmware for your IQ Brain.
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 in English or Spanish is given here: VEX Consent Form (English) or VEX Consent Form (Spanish)
Grade Level: Middle School
Skills Challenge Offered: Yes
Judging Format: All In-Person Judging
Event Dates & Locations
Date: 14-Jan-2024
Venue/Location:9026 12th Street
Kenosha, Wisconsin 53144
United States
Contact the Event Partner
You must login to contact this Event PartnerCode of Conduct
The REC Foundation considers the positive, respectful, and ethical conduct of teams to be an essential component of the competition. Participants are expected to behave in a respectful and professional manner, and to operate as student-centered teams with limited adult assistance. This includes all students, teachers, coaches, mentors, parents, and spectators associated with a team.
For more details, please refer to the REC Foundation Code of Conduct and Student-Centered Policy. If you have concerns about compliance with the Code of Conduct, please speak to the Event Partner during the event.
Agenda
Tentative Agenda - Subject to Change
11:30 AM Doors open and Inspection begins
12:00 PM Skills Fields open
12:45 PM Inspection ends
1:00 PM Drivers Meeting
1:30-5:00 PM Teamwork Challenge Rounds
4:30 PM Skills Fields close
5:10 PM Finals Rounds
5:30 PM Awards Presentation and Closing
Volunteer
An event like this takes many volunteers to make it a success. If you are interested in volunteering, sign up by clicking this link: https://signup.com/go/EoZeuqd
All volunteers will receive a T-shirt and free food and snacks.
Emergency/Bad Weather Policy
If inclement weather forces a cancellation or rescheduling, the event page will be updated to give details.
Refund and Payment Policies
Payment is due 2 weeks prior to the event. Teams that have not paid by this deadline will be automatically moved to the waitlist.
Cancellations earlier than two weeks prior to the event may request a full refund, less the RobotEvents $5 handling fee and any credit card fees. Teams that cancel later than two weeks prior to the event will not receive a refund, unless it is determined by the Event Partner that there are extreme extenuating circumstances.
Any teams that register less than two weeks before the event must pay at time of registration.
If the event is canceled due to circumstances outside of our control, a refund will be issued to teams minus the $5 RobotEvents processing fee and any credit card fees.
Health and Safety Policies
COVID-19 Related Event Modifications
Our number one priority is to ensure the safety of those participating in and helping with the event. The following will be in effect for the event (subject to change in response to current conditions):
Modifcations/Precautions
- Hand santizer stations will be available throughout the venue
- Pit tables and fields will be arranged to allow social distancing
- Air filtration is in place which exceeds health department recommendations
- Face mask use will be optional
- If anyone is exhibiting COVID-type symptoms, they are asked not to attend
Webcast
The webstream will be available on the Shoreland Lutheran High School Live Stream Youtube Channel.
Direct link: https://youtube.com/live/laR4B6UAmuY?feature=share
Judging Format
- 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.
Either this form or an entry with the equivalent information is required to be eligible for the Innovate Award.
Innovate Award Submission Information Form