General Info

Welcome to the 7th Annual Derby Robo Challenge.  This event registration will be for the middle school division only.  The event will be held in the gyms at Derby Middle School.  Teams will be provided a table for their robot and additional equipment.  Bleacher seating will be available for spectators to watch the meet.  As we get closer to February, more information will be made available regarding concessions and lunch options.  

Participants and spectators should enter through the gymnasium entrance doors located on the South side.

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.

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

2. Check the official VEX forums for rule updates and changes.

3. Pack for the event the day before the day of departure. 
Here are a few items that you don't want to forget.

• Goggles/Safety Glasses

• Spare parts & tools

• Batteries and chargers

• Programming cable

• Power strip

• Laptop computer

• Engineering notebook (if you have one, helpful for Judges, Design and Excellence Awards )

• Banners and other decorations for your team pit

• Giveaways if you have them

4. 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 of parts or other actions that create sparks will be allowed in the gym.  A designated area will be made available to teams for alterations.

5. Understand how the game will be played. VEX participants are more than welcome to watch the referee training videos before they attend a tournament. The referee training videos can be found here..

6. Read through the Robot troubleshooting guide. The guide can be found here..

7. To ensure that you have the latest version of firmware make sure that you have the latest update of your programming software. 

8. Participation and Consent Form - A completed form for all participants must be posted online prior to check-in. 

Concessions

We will have breakfast and lunch options available for everyone.  Here is our menu to start prepping your taste buds!

Waiting List

If this event is full, please contact David Brown, Event Planner ([email protected]) regarding availability and to be added to a waitlist.

Grade Level: Middle School

Skills Challenge Offered: Yes

Judging Format: All In-Person Judging

Eligible Teams: