Gulf Coast Robotics Challenge
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We are excited to announce a robotics competition for everyone. The Gulf Coast Robotics Challenge will be held on Saturday, October 3, 2026.
The event will take place at Gulf Shores Middle School.
This competition is designed for students in grades 4–12 and is inspired by the style of the University of Alabama Robotics Contest.
The Gulf Coast Robotics Challenge will feature a retro-style competition format where challenges are released on the day of the event. Students will compete in themed challenges based on classic board games, using fully autonomous robots within size constraints (13 x 13 x 13). In addition, we will host the the Brain Drone Racing League as a side quest for the main competition. No equipment required. This is in conjunction with Dr. Chris Crawford of the University of AL.
The cost will be $125 per team. Hotel blocks will be available.
Team interest is now open. Please complete the interest survey here:
https://forms.gle/T2AVJeFVXqz2k8z57
At this time, we are collecting initial interest from schools. Once the school year begins, we will follow up with an official registration link and additional details. Our goal is to ensure that every interested school has the opportunity to participate, with additional team spots available as space allows.
For reference on the general structure and rules format, you may visit:
http://outreach.cs.ua.edu/robotics-contest/
If you have any questions, please contact:
Jamie McClung
[email protected]
Gulf Shores High School Gulf Shores City Schools Gulf Shores Middle School
The event will take place at Gulf Shores Middle School.
This competition is designed for students in grades 4–12 and is inspired by the style of the University of Alabama Robotics Contest.
The Gulf Coast Robotics Challenge will feature a retro-style competition format where challenges are released on the day of the event. Students will compete in themed challenges based on classic board games, using fully autonomous robots within size constraints (13 x 13 x 13). In addition, we will host the the Brain Drone Racing League as a side quest for the main competition. No equipment required. This is in conjunction with Dr. Chris Crawford of the University of AL.
The cost will be $125 per team. Hotel blocks will be available.
Team interest is now open. Please complete the interest survey here:
https://forms.gle/T2AVJeFVXqz2k8z57
At this time, we are collecting initial interest from schools. Once the school year begins, we will follow up with an official registration link and additional details. Our goal is to ensure that every interested school has the opportunity to participate, with additional team spots available as space allows.
For reference on the general structure and rules format, you may visit:
http://outreach.cs.ua.edu/robotics-contest/
If you have any questions, please contact:
Jamie McClung
[email protected]
Gulf Shores High School Gulf Shores City Schools Gulf Shores Middle School
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Where is it happening?
600 E 15th Ave, Gulf Shores, AL 36542-3533, United States
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