State Championship Schedule & Information
IN-PERSON ROBOT GAME MATCH DETAILS
Date: Sunday, February 20, 2022
Location: North Carolina A&T State University
Address: 1601 E. Market Street, Greensboro NC 27411
Building - Corbett Sports Center
Corbett Sports Center is the large white building on the corner of Benbow Rd and John Mitchell Drive.
Check-in Times:
Volunteer Check-in @ 7:00am - Gym Lobby(John Mitchell Dr. side)
Team Check-in @ 7:30am - Gym Lobby (John Mitchell Dr. side)
Spectator Access @ 9:00am - Gym Lobby (John Mitchell Dr. side)
Parking - All surrounding parking lots. Please do not park in reserved parking spaces.
Click HERE for Driving Directions.
Hotel Suggestions - To make hotel arrangements, please call hotel directly to book.
Hilton Garden Inn - 4307 Big Tree Way, Greensboro, NC 27409 - (336) 852-1491
Holiday Inn Express - 3111 Cedar Park Rd, Greensboro, NC 27405 - (336) 697-0101
Greensboro Marriott Downtown - 304 N Greene St, Greensboro, NC - (336) 379-8000
Hyatt Place Downtown - 300 N Eugene St, Greensboro, NC 27401 - (336) 373-6269
Live Stream Link:
www.twitch.tv/ncftc
No WiFi – please plan accordingly – NO HOT SPOTS!
*Violation of hotspots is tournament disqualification. Game Manual Part 1– Section C12.
*This goes for spectators as well.
Inclement Weather Plan:
In the event of inclement weather that prevents NC FTC State Championship from taking place as scheduled, we will move to a remote tournament format. All details regarding inclement weather will be posted on the website and will be emailed to all coaches.
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COVID 19 PROCEDURES
COVID precautions will be enforced. All events will follow all guidelines set in place by the Guilford County as a baseline for safety precautions AND those required of events associated with FIRST and North Carolina A&T state University. The current restrictions are available at https://www.guilfordcountync.gov/our-county/human-services/health-department/coronavirus-covid-19-info/covid-19-and-social-gatherings .
UPDATE - NEW REQUIREMENT FOR THE STATE CHAMPIONSHIP
Click HERE to view updated procedures INCLUDING REQUIRED COVID-19 VERIFICATION CHECK STATIONS.
PHOTO IDENTIFICATION IS REQUIRED FOR EVERYONE (teams, coaches, volunteers, spectators and children).
Photo Identification should include a picture of the person and their name. You can use a Drivers License, DMV issued ID, School ID, or passport. We know this may be an inconvenience for some teams and spectators. Please plan ahead and prepare accordingly.
Facility Use
Due to precautions in place regarding COVID-19, there are a few things that are different from normal in-person events. Please observe the following rules:
NOTE: DUE TO THE INCREASE IN COVID-19 CASES, WE ASK THAT TEAMS DO NOT EXCHANGE ITEMS AT THE STATE TOURNAMENT.
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DIGITAL CHECK-IN
Coaches will receive a link via email on Friday, February 18, 2022 for Digital Check-in. A response is required.
Digital check-in will require the first and last names of all team members, coaches/mentors, and spectators.
SPECTATOR POLICY
Teams participating in-person robot runs may have up to 15 guests (spectators) at the tournament. This includes parents and siblings. Please wait to submit the form until you know for sure who your guests will be.
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TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
*Please note: The official tournament schedule will be emailed to all teams on the Wednesday prior to tournament day. It will include team pit and Interview time slots. The qualification match schedule will be generated AFTER inspections are completed on tournament day.
7:00am Volunteer Check-in
7:30am Team Check-in
8:00am Coaches Meeting
8:30am Inspections and Judge Pit Visits
9:00am Spectator Access Begins
10:30am Drivers Meeting with the Referees/Inspections Completed
10:45am Opening Ceremony
11:00am Qualifying Matches begin (5 matches per team)
12:00pm Lunch Break
12:45pm Qualifying Matches Resume
4:00pm Alliance Selection
4:30pm Elimination Matches Start
5:45pm Awards Ceremony
6:30pm Tournament ends
FOOD OPTIONS
On-site you will have access to the following:
INDOOR CONCESSIONS
Click HERE to view the concessions menu.
OUTDOOR FOOD TRUCK - Off the Hook Seafood and Chicken
https://www.offthehookseafoodandchicken.com/menu
PRE-ORDER LUNCH (optional)
Please note the link below to access the pre-order lunch form for this Sunday's
Click HERE to download pre-order lunch form.
OUTSIDE FOOD RESTRICTIONS
As a major event venue, the Corbett Sports Center has a contract for concessions and food sales with one vendor (similar to the Greensboro Coliseum and other event and sporting venues). As a courtesy to FIRST Tech Challenge and the N.C. A&T College of Engineering, the University will allow teams to bring in basic snacks and bag lunches (from home) to consume in the pit area.
HOWEVER, FOOD PURCHASED FROM A RESTAURANT OR CATERER (catering, take out AND fast food of any kind) is PROHIBITED in the building. Please communicate this rule to your team members and spectators and respect the policy as it stands. This means NO pizza boxes, Subway, McDonalds, Olive Garden, etc. If your team would like to order from an outside entity, you may do so by consuming the meal OUTSIDE of the building. Teams that choose to eat outside, must CLEAN UP promptly after finishing their meal.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
# of Teams Competing - 36 (maximum)
Early Inspections - not available this season due to facility time constraints.
WiFi Available - Not available
Live Stream Link for Matches: www.twitch.tv/ncftc
FIRST Championship Advancement - TO BE ANNOUNCED!
IN-PERSON ROBOT GAME MATCH DETAILS
Date: Sunday, February 20, 2022
Location: North Carolina A&T State University
Address: 1601 E. Market Street, Greensboro NC 27411
Building - Corbett Sports Center
Corbett Sports Center is the large white building on the corner of Benbow Rd and John Mitchell Drive.
Check-in Times:
Volunteer Check-in @ 7:00am - Gym Lobby(John Mitchell Dr. side)
Team Check-in @ 7:30am - Gym Lobby (John Mitchell Dr. side)
Spectator Access @ 9:00am - Gym Lobby (John Mitchell Dr. side)
Parking - All surrounding parking lots. Please do not park in reserved parking spaces.
Click HERE for Driving Directions.
Hotel Suggestions - To make hotel arrangements, please call hotel directly to book.
Hilton Garden Inn - 4307 Big Tree Way, Greensboro, NC 27409 - (336) 852-1491
Holiday Inn Express - 3111 Cedar Park Rd, Greensboro, NC 27405 - (336) 697-0101
Greensboro Marriott Downtown - 304 N Greene St, Greensboro, NC - (336) 379-8000
Hyatt Place Downtown - 300 N Eugene St, Greensboro, NC 27401 - (336) 373-6269
Live Stream Link:
www.twitch.tv/ncftc
No WiFi – please plan accordingly – NO HOT SPOTS!
*Violation of hotspots is tournament disqualification. Game Manual Part 1– Section C12.
*This goes for spectators as well.
Inclement Weather Plan:
In the event of inclement weather that prevents NC FTC State Championship from taking place as scheduled, we will move to a remote tournament format. All details regarding inclement weather will be posted on the website and will be emailed to all coaches.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
COVID 19 PROCEDURES
COVID precautions will be enforced. All events will follow all guidelines set in place by the Guilford County as a baseline for safety precautions AND those required of events associated with FIRST and North Carolina A&T state University. The current restrictions are available at https://www.guilfordcountync.gov/our-county/human-services/health-department/coronavirus-covid-19-info/covid-19-and-social-gatherings .
UPDATE - NEW REQUIREMENT FOR THE STATE CHAMPIONSHIP
Click HERE to view updated procedures INCLUDING REQUIRED COVID-19 VERIFICATION CHECK STATIONS.
PHOTO IDENTIFICATION IS REQUIRED FOR EVERYONE (teams, coaches, volunteers, spectators and children).
Photo Identification should include a picture of the person and their name. You can use a Drivers License, DMV issued ID, School ID, or passport. We know this may be an inconvenience for some teams and spectators. Please plan ahead and prepare accordingly.
Facility Use
Due to precautions in place regarding COVID-19, there are a few things that are different from normal in-person events. Please observe the following rules:
- Please do not bring any team members or coaches that have tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days and/or are experiencing COVID-19 like symptoms. This is for the health and safety of everyone attending, participating and volunteering.
- Only Teams and Coaches will be permitted in the Pit Area. No parents, siblings or guests.
- All hallways must remain clear. Teams should consider the pit area or outdoor space as their gathering area.
- Spectators, parents and siblings may sit in the stands and are not permitted on the floor in the competition area.
NOTE: DUE TO THE INCREASE IN COVID-19 CASES, WE ASK THAT TEAMS DO NOT EXCHANGE ITEMS AT THE STATE TOURNAMENT.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
DIGITAL CHECK-IN
Coaches will receive a link via email on Friday, February 18, 2022 for Digital Check-in. A response is required.
Digital check-in will require the first and last names of all team members, coaches/mentors, and spectators.
SPECTATOR POLICY
Teams participating in-person robot runs may have up to 15 guests (spectators) at the tournament. This includes parents and siblings. Please wait to submit the form until you know for sure who your guests will be.
- All guest names must be entered in to the digital check-in form on the Friday before in-person robot run day, deadline 6:00pm.
- Spectators access will begin at 9:00am.
- Upon arrival at the venue, guests will be required to complete the COVID-19 VERIFICATION, wear a mask, and wear the provided wristband showing they have been granted access.
- All guests will be required to a mask at all times, regardless of vaccination, medical status or religious beliefs. Those that do not comply will be asked to exit the facility.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
*Please note: The official tournament schedule will be emailed to all teams on the Wednesday prior to tournament day. It will include team pit and Interview time slots. The qualification match schedule will be generated AFTER inspections are completed on tournament day.
7:00am Volunteer Check-in
7:30am Team Check-in
8:00am Coaches Meeting
8:30am Inspections and Judge Pit Visits
9:00am Spectator Access Begins
10:30am Drivers Meeting with the Referees/Inspections Completed
10:45am Opening Ceremony
11:00am Qualifying Matches begin (5 matches per team)
12:00pm Lunch Break
12:45pm Qualifying Matches Resume
4:00pm Alliance Selection
4:30pm Elimination Matches Start
5:45pm Awards Ceremony
6:30pm Tournament ends
FOOD OPTIONS
On-site you will have access to the following:
INDOOR CONCESSIONS
Click HERE to view the concessions menu.
OUTDOOR FOOD TRUCK - Off the Hook Seafood and Chicken
https://www.offthehookseafoodandchicken.com/menu
PRE-ORDER LUNCH (optional)
Please note the link below to access the pre-order lunch form for this Sunday's
Click HERE to download pre-order lunch form.
OUTSIDE FOOD RESTRICTIONS
As a major event venue, the Corbett Sports Center has a contract for concessions and food sales with one vendor (similar to the Greensboro Coliseum and other event and sporting venues). As a courtesy to FIRST Tech Challenge and the N.C. A&T College of Engineering, the University will allow teams to bring in basic snacks and bag lunches (from home) to consume in the pit area.
HOWEVER, FOOD PURCHASED FROM A RESTAURANT OR CATERER (catering, take out AND fast food of any kind) is PROHIBITED in the building. Please communicate this rule to your team members and spectators and respect the policy as it stands. This means NO pizza boxes, Subway, McDonalds, Olive Garden, etc. If your team would like to order from an outside entity, you may do so by consuming the meal OUTSIDE of the building. Teams that choose to eat outside, must CLEAN UP promptly after finishing their meal.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
# of Teams Competing - 36 (maximum)
Early Inspections - not available this season due to facility time constraints.
WiFi Available - Not available
Live Stream Link for Matches: www.twitch.tv/ncftc
FIRST Championship Advancement - TO BE ANNOUNCED!
