Special thanks to all the awesome teams and volunteers attending our 2024 qualifier!
Thanks to Garrett College Staff for providing such great support.  
Garrett College ROCKS! 



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Mountain Maryland FTC Qualifying Tournament
January 13, 2024     (CENTER STAGE)

 Each year, teams compete in local, state and national FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) robotics competitions.  The ultimate goal is to earn an invitation to the World Championship in Houston, Texas in April.

This year, G-FORCE is acting as the host team for the McHenry, Mountain Maryland FTC Qualifier for the Chesapeake FTC Region. The event will be held in the CARC at Garrett College, and is sponsored by GEARS Inc.

 Garrett College is providing this excellent venue to promote their growing STEM capabilities, and we hope that teams visiting this event will consider Garrett College for their further education. 

The event follows a typical sports style model with qualifiers and playoffs throughout the day.  The event is open to the general public.  You can also watch the robot rounds via this link from 11 am - 5pm: www.twitch.tv/firstchesapeake2​
Team Lunch Orders (https://forms.gle/PUXeLL9rsiYyqoHA9) Due - Sunday, Dec. 31st 
Coaches complete one order per team

   Friday Schedule - Jan. 12th
6-9 pm Open for pit set up, pre-inspection, and practice field runs
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   Saturday Schedule - Jan. 13st
6:30  G-FORCE Volunteers Arrive 
7:00  Volunteers Arrive, Check-in, & Breakfast
7:30  Judges Meeting
7:45  Teams Arrive and Check-in
          Robot and Field Inspection
          Note: Visit our INSPECTIONS page for tips on                how to pass inspections easilly.
          Watch Mr. Phil's Software Inspection tutorial.

8:15   Judge Interviews
10:30  Drivers Meeting at Field
10:45  Opening Ceremonies
11:00  Qualification Matches
12:30  Lunch Break
1:00  Qualification Matches Resume
3:15   Alliance Selection
3:30   Start Semifinals
4:30   Start Finals
5:30   Awards and Closing Ceremonies
6:00   Safe Travels Home

Location

Garrett College
Community Aquatic and Recreation Complex
65 Laker Drive
McHenry, MD 21541

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 Participating Teams - Saturday, January 13th

 Judging Schedule - Saturday, January 13th

Welcome to Community Aquatic & Recreation Complex at Garrett College

Garrett College (GC) is a two-year community college located in the beautiful mountains of Western Maryland.  The college supports students seeking immediate entry into the workforce and those planning to transfer to four-year colleges and universities.

The college offers degree and certificate programs in a variety of disciplines, including: liberal arts, computer science, cyber-security, engineering, mathematics and the sciences. The college’s small class sizes, excellent student support and engaged faculty & staff provide a great, cost-effective opportunity for students.

GC’s commitment to STEM education is demonstrated by the new STEM center (opened in September 2018), and support for STEM events such as this FTC competition.

Competition Area - Main Gym

 Location and Parking
65 Laker Drive.  Mc Henry, MD 21541

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 Contact Us -
Arlene Lantz (Event & Volunteer Coordinator) alantz.4h@gmail.com or text 240-321-8205 
​Phil Malone (Technical) phil.malone@mr-phil.com or text 301-501-7424