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More Info on Registrations Opening and Behind the Lines!
Nov 01, 2017 Written by Frank Merrick.More information about the three registrations opening Thursday, including important clarification about open events and waitlists. Plus, Behind the Lines Episode 3 is on tonight!
Registrations Opening Thursday!
Oct 30, 2017 Written by Frank Merrick.Reminder that three more Event Registrations are opening on Thursday, November 2, at Noon Eastern!
2018 Beta Teams, Brushless Motors, and More!
Oct 27, 2017 Written by Jonathan Bryant, Kit of Parts Engineer, and Kevin O'Connor, Robotics Engineer.Congratulations to the 2018 Beta Teams! We are also excited to announce a new legal motor for the 2018 season, and get ready to receive messages from the Field Management System!
DLC Pack #2 and International Game Piece Option
Oct 26, 2017 Written by Frank Merrick.DLC Pack #2 is now available. Plus International Game Piece Opt In is now open!
A Reminder and Some Good News
Oct 25, 2017 Written by Frank Merrick.Be sure to check out the 2018 Championship Assignment Map. Plus, great news about the automatic wild card spot at 2018 Regionals!
2018 Safety Animation Award sponsored by UL
Oct 24, 2017 Written by Frank Merrick.Edited 10/26/2017 to correct the opening date to Thursday, November 9, 2017. Details about the 2018 Safety Animation Award sponsored by UL, including deadlines and the theme.
Thanks and Welcome!
Oct 23, 2017 Written by Volunteer Resources.
Second Event Preference Results and Drive Base Opt-Out
Oct 19, 2017 Written by Frank MerrickSecond Event Preference Results
The second round of event assignments have been completed, and all went smoothly! Huzzah!
Last Chance for Second Round Preference Submissions and Some Data
Oct 18, 2017 Written by Frank MerrickDon’t forget, the second round of event preference submissions closes tomorrow, that’s Thursday, October 19, at Noon Eastern Time. We won’t be accepting late submissions, so be sure to get yours in on time!
Behind the Lines Episode 2
Oct 17, 2017 Written by RoboSportsNetwork.Details about the Behind The Lines episode that airs Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at 8pm ET!