Widener Robot Rumble 4

Widener Robotics Club is pleased to bring you Widener Robot Rumble 4! A special thanks to everyone who helped make this possible.

Date:  

• November 21st, 2026

Location:  

• University Center Atrium (ground floor) 

Spectators:

• Spectators are welcome at no cost!

Arena:  

• 8’ x 8’ x 2’ tall, wooden floors (Green arena that has appeared at some GSCRL events in the past)  

Competition Details: 

• This event will be following the standard GSCRL rules and regulations. Note: We will be using the 6 point Damage and 7 point Engagement Judging rubric.

• Fights will be 2 minutes, 30 seconds 

• Registration fee is $30 per bot, collected in person at the event (preferably cash, alternatively Venmo) 

• Registration will end when fights begin!

• We will accept 36 bots total, across both weight classes, if one does not fill we may take more in another.

• Unsticks: 1 Unstick per robot, per Match

• Disentanglements between bots: First occurence will not count against either bot, if occurs more than once the match ends, and will go to the judges.

Parking:  

• All vehicles should park in the lot across from the Kapelski Learning Center, found here.

• Check the Widener Interactive Map to find a place to park, we reccommend either the Kapelski Lot or the 13th Street Lot, as both usually have spots available on weekends. Street parking may also be available on Walnut Street, and does not require a parking permit.

8 am	Doors Open
9-10:30 am	Safety & Registration Begins
10 am	Driver’s meeting, Judges meeting, Volunteer meeting
10:30 am	Fights begin
12:30pm – 1 pm	Lunch Break
5-6 pm	Conclusion, Awards, Teardown

Pits and Tables:  

• The pits will be in the University Center. Each team will have table space and chairs, but if you are planning on bringing more than 2 team members then please bring your own chairs. 

Power access will be limited! There will be dedicated charging/soldering tables, it is recommended to bring your own power strips. All batteries MUST be charged in a LiPo bag or LiPo safe. 

Food Options:  

• An Auntie Anne’s, Moe’s Southwest Grill, and Starbucks in the building, CARD ONLY, and only open after 2pm.

• Widener Pride Cafe - Cash or Card accepted. Entry is roughly $13, buffet-style.

• Standard fast-food places including Mcdonalds, Wawa, Taco Bell, etc within 10 minutes.  

• Snacks & Drinks will also be sold in support of the Widener Robotics club. Additional Concessions to be announced week-of in the Competitor Email.

Safety Information: 

Function Checks:  

Outside the test box, all wheels must be up, and weapons must be locked. Weapon testing must be done in the safety box, or the arena if available. Do not drive your robot around outside of the arena or test box.

Power On Procedures: The correct order is: 

1. Turn on the transmitter. 

1. Power on the robot. 

1. Remove the weapon lock. 

Power Off Procedures: The correct order is: 

1. Enable the weapon lock. 

1. Power off the robot. 

1. Turn off the transmitter. 

If you are interested in volunteering as a referee, judge, arena management, or other role, please email jesoderland@widener.edu 

Livestream: The event will be live on the Widener Robotics Club youtube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@widenerroboticsclub

If you have any questions, please contact John Soderland at jesoderland@widener.edu, or on discord.