RSL at the Armory in June

We will be hosting another MRCA qualifying combat robot competition at the National Guard Armory in Hastings, MN. The competition will include 1lb (plastic antweight), 1 lb (antweight) and 3 lb (beetleweight) weight classes going head-to-head in an enclosed arena.

Tournament Format: Group Stage where 3-1 and better records move into Single Elimination

Sign Ups: There are open spots for 32 plastic antweights (1 lbs),  64 antweight (1 lbs) bots and 32 beetleweight (3 lbs) bots.

Date: June 14, 2025

Location: Hastings National Guard Armory America. 586 [3050 MN-316, Hastings, MN 55033]

Venue: Has plenty of space for pits (tables & chairs are provided). There will be a couple of TVs to view the fights.

Antweight & Beetleweight Prizes:

• First Place $50 gift card to Robot Smashing League’s Store
• Second Place $25 gift card to Robot Smashing League’s Store
• Third Place $10 gift card to Robot Smashing League’s Store

Food:  El huarache food truck will also be on site with a variety of Mexican food options.

Sponsors:

BAIS219 Laser and Machining Services is providing the trophies for this event. BAIS219 Laser and Machining Services provides custom solutions for your one-of-a-kind project.

Arena:

• 6' x 6', painted plywood floor

Rough Schedule:

• 8:00am – Doors Open & Safety Opens
• 10:00am – Doors Open for Spectators and fights begin
• 6:00pm - Single Elimination Starts

Entry Fee: $25 per plastic ant, $35 per bot for ant and beetleweight

Ruleset: This event will follow MRCA rules

Spectators: Spectators are welcome and free to attend and doors open at 10am.

Live Stream: This event will be live streamed.

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Volunteers: If you are interested in volunteering, please fill out this form.

Stay-tuned for details about the livestream and feel free to email robotsmashingleague@gmail.com if you have any questions.