Nobody is born knowing how to run a robotics team. Here's how coaches level up around here.
gainingSTEAM training sessions
We run training sessions through the season — on our events calendar alongside tournaments — covering the season's game, how matches and events run, and hands-on time with fields and equipment. They're built for volunteers and coaches; going to one before your first competition removes most of the day-one mystery.
Mentors
Through our Team Support & Mentoring program, we connect new coaches with experienced ones in the Nebraska robotics community — sometimes a one-time question answered, sometimes a season-long sounding board. [Email us](mailto:[email protected]?subject=Team Support Inquiry) and tell us what you're wrestling with.
Official VEX / Global Robotics resources
The authoritative competition resources — the game manual, judging and award criteria, referee training, and certifications — live with VEX and Global Robotics in their library. Two habits worth building:
- Skim the current game manual early in the season; your students will out-read you otherwise.
- If you'll wear other hats at events (many coaches do), the official certifications are open to you too.
Learn by volunteering
Honestly the fastest coach education is working an event: volunteer at a tournament your team isn't attending — one shift as a queuer or scorekeeper teaches you more about tournament flow than a season of spectating.