COMPETE

Group play, playoffs, and a community that helps you get back in the fight

This is where your robot, your teamwork, and your strategy are put to the test. Every fight matters — not only for the win, but for the XP you and your team earn along the way.

COMPETE IN FALL BRAWL - OCT 25, 2025

Tournament Format

  • Group Stage — Multiple matches for every team (pool play style)
  • Playoffs — Top teams advance to a single-elimination finals bracket
  • Match Length — All fights are 3 minutes
  • Every Team Fights — Guaranteed multiple matches regardless of skill level

Extra Matches (Time Permitting)

  • Builders' Choice Matches — Friendly call-outs and rematches after elimination
  • Rumbles — Multiple bots in the arena at once
  • Exhibition 2v2 — Teams pair up for fun matches

Rules & Safety Resources

Battery & Bot Safety Rules

LiPo battery safety, bot handling procedures, and workshop protocols.

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Construction Rules

What is and isn't allowed when building your robot.

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Tournament Rules

Complete rules of play, seeding, brackets, and scoring.

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XP System: Progress Through Performance

The league uses XP to reward participation, performance, and growth.

  • Robot XP — Tracks each bot's career and affects seeding and championship eligibility
  • Builder XP — Sums XP across a student's robots and determines tier unlocks
  • Everyone earns XP — Participation and victories both count
  • Progressive Rewards — Higher tiers unlock special recognition and opportunities

Event Logistics

  • Registration Fee: $20 per team
  • Documentation: Signed competitor agreement and waiver on file
  • Supervision: Adult supervision required onsite for duration of event
  • Safety Equipment: Safety glasses required at all times in pits and during matches
  • Check-in: Robot inspection and weight verification before competition

Student-Led, Always

The league is built on the principle that students must design, build, and repair their own robots. Mentors and parents provide guidance and safety oversight, but the hands-on work belongs to the students.

  • Design, Build & Repairs: Students make the decisions and do the work
  • Limited MS Exceptions: Middle school students may receive limited mentor help for soldering and supervised battery handling
  • Mentor Role: Advise and ensure safety; do not build or drive
  • The Standard: If your goal is to do the work for your student — or to chase wins at all costs — this isn't the right league

Community & Culture

Beyond the competition, we're building a community of builders, learners, and supporters who help each other succeed.

  • Collaboration Over Competition: Share designs, help with repairs, celebrate each other's successes
  • Learning from Failure: Every broken bot is a learning opportunity and a chance to improve
  • Mentorship Network: Experienced builders guide newcomers through their first competitions
  • Open Source Spirit: CAD files, build logs, and lessons learned are shared freely
  • Safety First: Everyone looks out for each other's wellbeing in the pits and arena