What We Provide

gainingSTEAM partners with organizations throughout Nebraska to make VEX IQ robotics competitions successful and memorable. We bring more than just equipment—we deliver expertise, support, and a collaborative approach that lets you focus on what matters most: creating an amazing experience for students, teams, and families.

Our comprehensive support includes everything from competition fields and scoring technology to on-site technical expertise. We handle the complex logistics so you can concentrate on building community and celebrating student achievements.

Our equipment and support services are available for $150 per tournament, covering all electronics, tablets, Raspberry Pi units, pit displays, competition fields, plus maintenance, transportation, and replacement of worn parts.

Equipment & Services

Competition Fields

  • 2 official VEX IQ competition fields
  • Field perimeter and walls
  • Game-specific field elements
  • Field setup and breakdown assistance

Scoring & Technology

  • Tournament Manager software setup
  • Competition tablets and displays
  • Raspberry Pi units for scoring
  • Pit displays for team information
  • All electronics and networking equipment

Audio/Visual

  • PA system and microphones
  • Competition timer displays

Support Materials

  • Extension cords and power strips

Event Partner Model

We work with organizations using an Event Partner model that gives you control while providing our support:

Your Responsibilities (Event Partner)

  • Volunteer recruitment and coordination
  • Event logistics and scheduling
  • Team registration and communication
  • Venue coordination and setup
  • Setting registration fees

Our Support (gainingSTEAM)

  • All tournament equipment delivery
  • Competition field setup and breakdown
  • Technical support during the event
  • Tournament software configuration
  • On-site expertise and troubleshooting

On-Site Expertise

Beyond equipment, we provide experienced personnel to help with:

  • Tournament software configuration
  • Technical troubleshooting during the event
  • Rules clarification and referee support
  • Post-event breakdown and equipment pickup

How to Request Support

1

Contact Us Early

Reach out at least 4-6 weeks before your event date to ensure availability and discuss your needs.

2

Plan Together

We'll discuss event details, tournament format options, equipment needs, and the $150 equipment fee structure.

3

Official Registration

Once dates are confirmed, we'll help you begin the official tournament registration process with VEX Robotics.

Service Area & Eligibility

Primary Service Area

We primarily serve Nebraska and surrounding areas. Contact us to discuss events outside this region.

Supported Event Types

  • VEX IQ Elementary School tournaments
  • VEX IQ Middle School competitions
  • League play events
  • State championship tournaments
  • Skills challenges and practice events

Get Started

Ready to make your VEX IQ event a success? Contact us to discuss your event support needs.

Planning your event? We recommend booking event support services early to ensure availability. Our team is here to help make your robotics competition memorable and successful.

Contact us at [email protected] to discuss your event support requirements and get a customized plan for your tournament.