General Info

Venue

O'Neill Junior-Senior High School

Address

540 East Hynes Avenue, O'Neill, Nebraska 68763, United States

Dates

January 16, 2027

Grade Level

All

Skills Challenge

Yes

Judging Format

All In-Person Judging

Registration & Logistics

Event Type

Open Tournament

Event Format

In-Person

Field Control

Smart Field Control

Capacity

32

Spots Open

27

Event Region

Nebraska

Max Registrations per Org

10

Priority Registration Opens

15-Nov-2026 12:00 EST

Standard Registration Opens

29-Nov-2026 12:00 EST

Registration Deadline

2-Jan-2027 12:00 EST

Payment Deadline

January 1 2027

Price

$90.00

Agenda

Stream

Webcast O'Neill Eagles Robotics Webcast Can't make it to the tournament in person? Follow the action from wherever you are! The O'Neill Eagles VEX Robotics Tournament will provide webcast coverage when available so families, friends, and supporters can watch teams compete. Live Event Coverage • Watch live matches and tournament action online. • Follow the competition and cheer on your favorite teams. • Share the webcast with family and friends who cannot attend in person. Webcast Link The live webcast link will be posted here when it becomes available. Please Note: Webcast availability may depend on internet connectivity, equipment, and event scheduling. Not all matches or activities may be streamed. Thank you for supporting VEX Robotics and the O'Neill Eagles! Go Eagles!

Travel Info

Date: 16-Jan-2027 O'Neill Junior-Senior High School 540 East Hynes Avenue O'Neill, Nebraska 68763 United States Travel Info Travel Policies O'Neill Eagles VEX Robotics Tournament The O'Neill Eagles VEX Robotics Tournament welcomes teams traveling from near and far. We want all teams, coaches, students, and families to have a safe and enjoyable trip to O'Neill, Nebraska. Team Transportation • Each team is responsible for arranging its own transportation to and from the event. • Students must travel under the supervision of their registered Coach/Mentor or designated responsible adult. • Coaches and mentors are responsible for ensuring students follow all applicable school transportation policies. • Please allow sufficient travel time to arrive before the scheduled check-in and opening announcements. Arrival and Parking • Parking will be available at O'Neill Junior-Senior High School in designated parking areas. • Please follow posted parking signs and instructions from event volunteers. • Buses and team vehicles should use designated drop-off areas when available. • Do not block fire lanes, emergency access routes, or building entrances. Travel Delays • Teams experiencing travel delays should contact the Event Partner as soon as possible. • Please communicate any anticipated late arrival so event staff can provide guidance. • Late arrivals may affect a team's participation in scheduled matches or activities. Lodging and Meals • Teams are responsible for arranging their own lodging, meals, and travel expenses. • Coaches are encouraged to make lodging arrangements early, especially for teams traveling longer distances. • Please supervise students at all times while traveling and staying overnight. Weather and Road Conditions • Nebraska winter weather can create challenging travel conditions. • Teams should monitor weather forecasts and road conditions before departing. • Please prioritize student safety over travel schedules. • If severe weather affects travel, contact the Event Partner for updates and guidance regarding possible event schedule changes. Event Location O'Neill Junior-Senior High School O'Neill, Nebraska We appreciate the time and effort teams make to travel to our event. We look forward to welcoming everyone to O'Neill for a great day of VEX Robotics competition! Safe travels, and Go Eagles!

Judging Format

Judging Format Judging Format All Judging Will Be Conducted In Person The O'Neill Eagles VEX Robotics Tournament will conduct all judging activities in person on the day of the event. Team Interviews • Teams will participate in an in-person interview with the judging panel. • All team members are encouraged to participate and share their contributions to the team's design, engineering, and problem-solving process. • Teams should be prepared to discuss their robot, engineering design process, teamwork, and season accomplishments. Engineering Notebooks • Teams must bring a physical copy of their Engineering Notebook to the event. • Notebooks must be submitted to the designated judging area during team check-in or as directed by event staff. • Judges will review notebooks as part of the judging process. Important Reminder Please ensure your team arrives prepared with its physical Engineering Notebook and that all team members are ready to participate in the interview process. We look forward to seeing the creativity, innovation, teamwork, and engineering skills of all participating teams! Good luck, and Go Eagles!

Volunteer

Volunteer This is the Volunteer content block for your O'Neill Eagles VEX Robotics Competition. This section is where you recruit volunteers and explain how community members, parents, and school staff can help make the competition successful. I recommend the following wording: Suggested Volunteer Information Writing Volunteers – Help Make Our Competition a Success! The O'Neill Eagles VEX Robotics Competition is made possible through the support of dedicated volunteers. We appreciate the time and effort of parents, teachers, students, community members, and robotics supporters who help make this event possible. We are looking for volunteers to help with several areas throughout the competition. Volunteer Opportunities • Check-In: Welcome teams and assist with registration. • Field Reset: Help reset the competition fields between matches. • Queuing: Assist teams with getting to the correct competition fields on time. • Judging Support: Help judges with organization and event logistics. • Concessions: Assist with food and drink sales. • Setup and Cleanup: Help prepare the competition area and clean up after the event. • General Assistance: Help answer questions and direct teams and spectators. Volunteer Information No previous robotics experience is necessary for many volunteer positions. We welcome anyone willing to help and support our students. Volunteers will receive instructions and guidance for their assigned responsibilities. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact the event organizers. Thank you for supporting student robotics and helping us provide a positive competition experience! O'Neill Eagles Robotics – Go Eagles!

Emergency/Bad-Weather Policy

Emergency/Bad Weather Policy Emergency / Bad Weather Policy O'Neill Eagles VEX Robotics Tournament The safety of all participants, coaches, volunteers, spectators, and event staff is our highest priority. Severe Weather In the event of severe weather, including tornado warnings, thunderstorms, high winds, or other hazardous conditions, event staff will follow established emergency procedures and instructions from local emergency authorities. If severe weather occurs: • Participants and spectators will be notified of any necessary safety precautions. • All outdoor activities will be suspended when conditions are unsafe. • Attendees will be directed to designated shelter areas when necessary. • Everyone is expected to follow instructions from event staff and emergency personnel. • Activities will resume only when conditions are determined to be safe. Medical Emergencies In the event of a medical emergency, please notify the nearest event volunteer or event staff member immediately. Emergency medical services will be contacted when necessary. Building Evacuation If an evacuation is required due to fire, structural concerns, or another emergency, all attendees must calmly follow instructions from event staff and proceed to designated evacuation areas. Please do not re-enter the building until authorized personnel declare it safe. Event Delays, Cancellations, or Changes If weather or other emergency conditions require a delay, schedule adjustment, postponement, or cancellation, updates will be communicated through available VEX event communication channels and directly to coaches when possible. Participant and Spectator Responsibility All attendees are expected to: • Remain aware of event announcements. • Follow directions from event organizers and emergency personnel. • Supervise children and students in their care. • Avoid unsafe areas and activities. • Treat all participants, volunteers, and staff with respect during emergency situations. Thank you for helping us maintain a safe environment for everyone attending the O'Neill Eagles VEX Robotics Tournament. Safety First! One recommendation: Before publishing, confirm the designated severe-weather shelter location with O'Neill Junior-Senior High School administration so attendees know exactly where to go in an emergency.