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Clash in the Canyon - Black Out Edition -

- 2023 Annular Eclipse -

Date
14-Oct-2023 Add to Calendar
Event Code
RE-VRC-23-2570
Program
VEX V5 Robotics Competition
Event Type
Tournament
Event Format
In-Person
Field Control System
VEXNet Field Control
Capacity
40
Spots Open
4
Event Region
California - Region 4
Max Registrations per Organization
3
Early-Bird Registration Opens
14-Aug-2023 20:00 EDT
Standard Registration Opens
2-Sep-2023 20:00 EDT
Registration Deadline
8-Oct-2023 13:04 EDT
Payment Deadline
1-Oct-2023 12:00 EDT
Price
$175.00
This event is closed to registration because:
  • This event has reached capacity. Teams on waitlist may still be added.
  • It is past the registration deadline.

General Info

Viewpoint School and the Patriot Robotics are delighted to host Clash in the Canyon, the 2023-24 VEX Over Under Tournament.  The tournament shares the date with a special celestial event, a Annulat Solar Eclipse.  The Octobe 14th eclipse will occur with the point of maximum coverage at 9:24 am.  More information may be found here. Teams are encouraged to add decorations, following VEX guidlines and common sense, to their robot, team apparel or pit table to celebrate this astronomical event!

NASA Details Where to View the Next 2 Solar Eclipses (Without Ruining Your  Eyes) | PCMag

 

Clash in the Canyon registration is initially limiting to 3 teams per school, however, a 4th team may be added from the wait list if room becomes available. Wait list preference will be given to rookie teams and to schools that host or co-host an event of their own. If you have a team on the wait list and are a rookie team, or are hosting or co-hosting an event in the 2023-24 season, please email [email protected] with the team or event information, and you will be given priority.

Teams are expected to conduct themselves with the sportsmanship and gracious behavior that are core values in VEX robotics competitions.  Judges and referees will give strong consideration to these traits in students and adults when considering teams for awards. All teams are expected to follow the rules of conduct. Teams who fail to comply may be disqualified from the tournament without a refund. 

 

We look forward to seeing you all at the Clash in the Canyon :  Black Out Edition !

If you have any questions, please feel free to email the Event Partner, Lance Rush, at [email protected].

 

  • LATE ARRIVALS: Teams must be checked in 45 minutes prior to the start of the qualification matches so that the match schedule may be printed. Teams must contact the event partner if they are running late or they will be removed from the team list for the event.  The morning of the tournament, you can text  818-307-5255 if there are any concerns about arriving on time.
  • On-site parking is free.
  • LUNCH: Team lunches may be preordered.  Information and instructions will be emailed closer to the event.  There is a patio area directly outside the gym that teams may use to setup a team area for snacks, lunch etc.  
  • TEAM PAYMENT: Teams must be paid two weeks prior to the event. Teams not paid at this time may be dropped at the event partner's discretion to allow teams in from the wait list.

 


Grade Level: All

Skills Challenge Offered: Yes

Judging Format: All In-Person Judging

Event Dates & Locations

Date: 14-Oct-2023

Venue/Location:
23620 Mulholland Hwy
23620 Mulholland Highway
Calabasas, California 91302
United States

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Code 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

7:00am Doors open for volunteers
7:30 am Registration / Pits open / Practice fields open
7:45 am  Inspection begins
8:10 am  Drivers meeting
8:30 am  Qualification matches begin

 

9:24am  Maximum Annular Eclipse 


12:00 pm Break for lunch
12:45 pm Qualification matches continue
3:00 pm   Qualification matches finish
3:10 pm   Alliance selections
3:30 pm   Elimination matches begin and Skills events Close after Quarter Finals
5:00 pm   Awards ceremony
5:30 pm   Competition event closes

Volunteer

We always welcome input and support from our fellow teams and encourage you all to consider volunteering as a judge or support staff.  Volunteers are appreciated.  If you have a group that wishes to volunteer, please contact Lance Rush at : [email protected]

Emergency/Bad Weather Policy

In the case of bad weather conditions, COVID restriction changes or possible cancellations, please visit the event on Robotevents.com where updates about the event status will be posted as needed.  Please make sure your team contact information is up to date in RobotEvents.com in the event we need to contact your team. 

Refund and Payment Policies

Event payments are expected when you register for this event and must be completed a minimum of 2 weeks prior to the event date.  Unpaid teams will be removed from the event, allowing space for teams on the wait list.  Due to the financial commitment on the part of the event venue, no refunds will be possible. Thank you for your understanding. It is essential that all teams check in before 8:00 am.  Please contact Lance Rush ([email protected]) regarding any questions or concerns.  

Webcast

https://vimeo.com/event/3734749/eff768d067

Judging Format

  • All 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.  Electronic submissions will not be accepted.