Mini Sumo Robot Wrestling

This year we are holding two classes for this competition: Novice and Advanced, based on the Robot builder. You cannot enter a robot into both classes – if you have two or more mini-sumo robots, you must place them in the same class.

Wondering which class to enter? The Novice level is for – novices! I.e. newcomers to robot building. It’s a firm rule that if you have won or placed in a prior WCRG or other major contest then you cannot enter the Novice class. Apart from that we’re relying on your integrity and common sense.

If this is your first robot and you have attended a workshop and built a simple kit then the Novice class is for you – even if your dad helped you out a bit.

If you are a Junior High student who has read the books, come to meetings and designed and built a cool scratch-built robot with a micro-controller; then it’s your choice – you’re welcome in the Novice category or you can play with the big boys.

If you are an electronics engineer and have designed and built a robot with a micro-controller, optical range-finders and high powered gear-motors; then – even though it may be your first robot – you should be in the Advanced class.

If your uncle (who just happens to be an engineer with NASA) built and programmed an advanced robot for you then you should be in the Advanced class even if you’re only five.

If in doubt you should enter the Advanced class – that’s where the bigger prizes, bragging rights and maximum respect will be earned.
Novice Mini Sumo

Introductory level Mini Sumo – for the first time Sumo builder…

Skill level: Beginner
Advanced Mini Sumo

This competition is for higher stakes, better prizes, and bragging rights, although with a much stronger set of competitors.

Skill level: Beginner to Intermediate (High School and up)