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The FIRST Tech Challenge Chesapeake District Championship brings together the highest performing teams from across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C., for an exciting weekend of competition, innovation, and teamwork. This championship event celebrates the hard work and dedication of our community and students in the FTC robotics program. Get ready for a thrilling experience filled with “coopertition”, problem-solving, collaboration, and gracious professionalism!
PRESENTED BY
The Teams
Event Schedule
Friday, February 6, 2026
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Pits and Inspections Open
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Practice Fields Open
More Information
TBA
Event Schedule
Saturday, February 7, 2026
08:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Pits and Inspections Open
08:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Mentor Lounge
08:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Practice Field Open
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Driver's Meeting
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Judge Interviews
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tech Mixer
9:00 AM
Team Check In Complete
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Judge Interviews
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Practice Matches
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Lunch Break & Graduating Senior Event
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Opening Ceremony
1:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Qualification Matches
7:00 PM
Pits Close
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Volunteer & Alumni Appreciation
Opening Remarks
TBA
Event Schedule
Sunday, February 8, 2026
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Pits and Inspections Open
08:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Practice Field Open | Mentor Lounge
09:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Qualification Matches
09:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Tech Mixer
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
Alliance Selections
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Lunch Break
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Divisional Playoff Matches
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Final Matches & Award Ceremony
6:00 PM
Pits Close (30 min. after Closing Ceremony)
More Info
Coming Soon
Load-In and Setup
Information Coming Soon!
Team Information
Robot & Field Inspection
All teams must complet inspection before participating in matches. Make sure your robot complies with all FIRST Tech Challenge rules, including size, weight, and connectivity requirements. Match schedules will be created at 9am regardless of inspection status. Teams not ready should have a human player be present during matches when their team is scheduled.
Judging Interviews
Each team will participate in a scheduled 15-minute judging session. Be prepared to discuss your engineering design process, outreach efforts, and team dynamics. Portfolios are to be turned in at judging session if one is being submitted.
Alliance Selection & Playoffs
The 8 top-ranked teams in each division will have the opportunity to form alliances for the playoff rounds. Be strategic in your selections and form strong partnerships for the final matches. Ten teams (subject to change) will advance to the World Championship in Houston, April 29 - May 2, 2026.
Concessions & Team Lunches
Concessions will be available at our event for purchase.
Pre-order lunches TBA
Due date TBA
Parking
Information Coming Soon
Quiet Room
A quiet room will be available at the event in the conference room located off the Eastern lobby. A Quiet Room provides students, mentors and volunteers a safe place during the competition to get away from the common competition stressors of noise and motion.
Safety Guidelines
General Safety Rules
Safety is our top priority! Please adhere to the following guidelines:
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Safety Glasses Required: Must be worn in the pit and field areas at all times.
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Closed-Toe and Heel Shoes: Required for all participants and volunteers.
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Pit Space Safety: Keep your workspace organized and free of hazards. Be mindful of power cords. Do not daisy chain power sources. Be careful to not accidentally turn power trips to the off position. Please stay within the marked pit area assigned to your team and follow all the event rules in the FTC Competition Manual.
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Battery Handling: Follow proper charging and storage procedures to avoid risks.
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Emergency Exits: Familiarize yourself with venue exits in case of an emergency.
Health Considerations
We are committed to providing a safe environment for all attendees. Please follow any updated health and safety protocols as provided by the venue and event organizers. If you are sick, please stay home.
