VRC League Play
“Best Practices”
League play is a very exciting way to engage students in STEM activities on a frequent
basis using the VEX Robotics Competition. The iteration that occurs in the robot design
process spreads out and reinforces the learning cycle over a defined period of time in a
local, convenient setting. Below are just a few of the best practices and suggestions for
a League Partner to consider for their League.
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Select a location that is central to the bulk of the teams.
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Consider a possible location that will allow the field to remain assembled or
partial assembled in 4 sections.
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Consider a back-to-back arrangement. Have a regular VEX event on a Saturday,
use the already set up field for the League on Sunday afternoon. Disassembly of
the field occurs after the event. This allows the League less setup time and more
play time. This same format can be used with a League event on Friday evening
and the regular VEX event on Saturday. Sharing resources is always important.
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Space the league dates at two week intervals to allow teams time for iteration
and game strategy improvements.
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Consider a “Simple Set-up”. Use just one computer and two monitors (The
second one for the display).
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Store and transport field perimeter in 12’ sections.
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Consider a “Set up Crew” that is the same each week. Divide the crew into
several work groups: Perimeter, Field tiles, Wiring, Game Structure, Game pieces
and Computer/display.
VRC League Play Best Practices
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