Head Referee Training – Early Season
Join us for Head Referee training opportunities ahead of the early season VEX IQ events. Learn rules, scoring guidance, and best practices for a smooth, student-centered tournament experience.
gainingSTEAM
Empowering Nebraska's future through Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics education
Celebrating Nebraska's STEAM Excellence
At gainingSTEAM, we spotlight the achievements of Nebraska students in robotics and STEM, while honoring the educators, mentors, and families who support them.
Together, we're building the future of science, technology, engineering, arts, and math in our state.
With every competition, project, and program, we're inspiring the next generation of innovators and leaders.
What We Offer
Complete Tournament Solutions
We're proud to support Nebraska's robotics community. Our programs help make tournaments possible and provide teams with the resources and training they need to succeed.
What We Provide:
2VEX IQ Fields per Tournament
10+Annual Tournaments
100%Equipment & Tech Support
50+Trained Volunteers
- Tournament Equipment: Fields, scoring systems, displays
- Professional Training: Coaches, judges, and referees
- Team Support: Mentoring and resource sharing
- Event Logistics: Setup, delivery, and technical assistance
Fuel Nebraska's STEAM Future
Your donation makes robotics competitions possible across Nebraska. Every contribution helps us provide tournament equipment, support coaches, and create memorable experiences for students discovering their STEAM potential.
Your Impact:
- $125 covers one month of tournament equipment storage
- $200 provides a coaches appreciation lunch at tournaments
- $700 purchases VEX IQ kits for STEM camps
- $995 funds field risers for better tournament viewing
This year we're supporting 10+ tournaments and 500+ students across Nebraska. Join us in making STEAM education accessible to every student who dreams of building the future.
Latest News & Updates
VEX IQ Pre Season Updates: Schedule, Volunteers, and Coaching Tips
The full season calendar is live—plus referee training, volunteer opportunities, and coaching reminders to start strong
Welcome to the 2025-26 VEX IQ Season
The 2025-26 Mix & Match season is here - and your students are about to embark on their most exciting robotics challenge yet! Let's get your team competition-ready in 3 simple steps.