Carrollton Qualifier
University of West Georgia, The Coliseum
Thursday, March 21st – Saturday, March 23rd, 2024
GeorgiaFIRST Robotics is honored to partner with The University of West Georgia to present the Peachtree District Qualifier in Carrollton, Georgia. This exciting location is made possible by dedicated partners, sponsors and volunteers who give their time, talent and resources to FIRST. We invite you to join us on Friday, March 22nd and Saturday, March 23rd as FIRST Robotics Competition teams from the Peachtree District enter the field to test their engineering marvels. Who will walk away with the top awards at the Peachtree District Qualifier in Carrollton? Join us to see!
This event is free and open to the public.
Event Schedule*
(Day 0) 3-21-24 - Thursday
5:00PM-10:00PM - Load-In, Pits Open, Inspections
7:00PM – 7:30PM - Calibration & Measurements on Field
7:30PM – 9:00PM - Test Matches for Day 0 Load In Teams
9:00PM – 9:30PM - Calibration & Measurements on Field
9:45PM - Load In Closes
10:00 PM - Pits and Venue Close
(Day 1) 3-22-24 - Friday
8:00AM – 10:15AM - Pits Open, Inspections
8:00AM – 9:00AM - Load In
8:30AM- 9:00AM - Calibration & Measurements on Field
9:00AM – 9:30AM - Driver’s Meeting (on field) & Safety Meeting (TBD)
9:30AM – 10:00AM - Test Matches for Day 1 Load In Teams
10:30AM-11:00AM - Opening Ceremony
11:00AM-1:00PM - Qualification Matches
1:00PM-2:00PM - Lunch
2:00PM-7:00PM - Qualification Matches
8:00PM - Pits Close
(Day 2) 3-23-24 - Saturday
8:00AM - Pits Open
9:00AM-9:30AM - Opening Ceremony
9:30AM-12:30PM - Qualification Matches
12:30PM-1:00PM - Alliance Selection
1:00PM-2:00PM - Lunch
2:00PM-5:00PM - Playoff Matches & Awards Ceremony
2:30PM - **Practice Field Closes
5:30PM - Pits Close
Activities Schedule
(Day 1) 3-22-24 - Friday
10:00AM-4:00PM - Sponsor Row Open
12:00AM-2:30PM - VIP Event and Tours
(Day 2) 3-23-24 - Saturday
8:30AM-1:00PM - Sponsor Row Open
*Schedule subject to change. All times are estimated based on flow of rounds. See Pit Administration Table for updated times. Machine Shop is open during pit hours, with the exception of Day 2 (closes at 2:00pm).
**Practice Field is open during pit hours, with the exception of Day 2 (closes at 2:30pm)
Words of Wisdom from Ref Crew and Inspectors
Recycle For Good Program (coming soon)
Teams Competing at This Event
Streaming Info
Stream 1 – Main stream: https://www.twitch.tv/gafirst1
Stream 2 – Static overhead camera stream: https://www.twitch.tv/gafirst2
Parking Information
Parking at this venue is free to all participants, guests and spectators. Please follow signs in parking lot that will direct you to designated areas (trailer and bus parking).
Legend for Attached Map
* The 2 parking lots with “check-marks” are the prospective lots that your guests can park in
** The other lot that is marked in the diagram is where your staging area can take place. Due to the construction of the lot, we are asking for there to be NO tractor trailers in that lot
Please see parking map here.
Physical address for The Coliseum:
The Coliseum
325 West Georgia Drive
Carrollton, GA, 30117
(Note that the address to the UWG campus at 1601 Maple Street address is correct - this is the main entrance to campus that’s closest to the venue and will have your vehicle/bus oriented in the right direction for easy load-in access. Follow the signs to Load-In.)
Load In/Out Instructions for Teams
Load-In: Map can be found Carrollton 2024. Load in begins at 5:00pm on Friday and resumes at 8:00am on Saturday.
Load Out: Load-out will not begin until 2:00pm on Saturday, no exceptions. You must have all of your equipment, including your bagged robot staged in the designated load-out area just inside the entrance door before your vehicle/bus/trailer can be positioned to load. We will have load-out volunteers in place to assist you with this and to answer any questions you may have.
When do you plan to load-in? Please complete this short survey to help our load-in crew best prepare for your arrival. https://forms.gle/9HfNEwhfc78w8mjj8
Concessions and Food Options
The University of West Georgia will offer concessions for sale on Thursday, Friday and Saturday of the event. See Concession Stand Options and Pricing (HERE)
The University of West Georgia will offer FIRST teams attending the Carrollton Event an option to eat on campus during the lunchtime hour on both Friday, March 22nd and Saturday, March 23.
Location: East Commons Dining Hall
Date: Friday, March 22nd and Saturday, March 23rd
Hours: 12:30pm - 2:30pm (lunch is scheduled for 1:00pm-2:00pm both days of event)
Cost: $12.00 per person, all you can eat (MENU can be found here)
A campus map is below to show you where the East Commons Dining Hall is located in relationship to The Coliseum (the venue where our event is held)
You will pay on site when you enter the East Commons Dining Hall. There is no pre-order option.
Venue / East Commons Dining Hall
There are several restaurants (fast food and sit down) options in Carrollton. For a complete listing of dining options, please visit, Visit Carrollton.
You are NOT permitted to bring outside food and drink into this venue. Only water is permitted in the pit area.
Hotel Options
Hotel arrangements can be made by searching sites such as: Expedia, Hotel.com, Kayak and the hotels direct booking sites.
What to Bring to the Event
Your robot, drive station and robot cart.
Your Printed team roster from FIRST. Bring a hardcopy, printed from the Coach/Mentor team Dashboard. (You will need to print a new team roster for each event you attend).
Your Printed PCH Consent & Release Form Roster. Coach/Mentor 1 & 2 have the link to this site. Reach out to gafirst@gafirst.org if you need it again.
For anyone who has NOT completed the FIRST or PCH Consent and Release Form digitally they will need paper copies.
FIRST: Your printed Roster will show members that have electronically registered for your team online in their Dashboard and completed the Consent & Release Form (green check mark on Roster).
FIRST: If you have members who did not complete FIRST Consent & Release form online as part of registration, (or have red “X”es on the Roster), bring printed forms (available here) for each non-registered member for FIRST. Write their names at the bottom of your printed Roster.
PCH District Consent & Release: If printed roster doesn’t show member, they can try and register digitally here, or fill out the paper form here. Bring printed forms for each non-registered member for PCH District. Write their names at the bottom of your printed Roster.
Items to set up your pit and support your robot during the competition. Pits are 10′ x 10′ x 10.’
Safety glasses for everyone on your team. GeorgiaFIRST / South Carolina FIRST will not be able to provide for teams.
"When engaged in FIRST activities, FIRST participants must wear shoes that completely cover the entire foot. Shoes must be substantial and have closed toes and heels to protect against foot injuries, regardless of work location. Flip-flops, sandals, mules, Crocs (even in “sport mode”), lightweight slippers, etc. are not acceptable when working on or near the robot.”
*Make sure your visitors know this. You can read more about this in the FTC/FRC Safety Manual, Section 4.4 Foot ProtectionExtension cords and power strips for your pit.
Your Team Fact Sheet to give to the Game Announcer.
Team spirit and gracious professionalism.
A ‘verbal thank-you’ for the volunteers when you see them at the events. They are working long hours to make this event happen.
ADDITIONAL FORMS
VOLUNTEER SCHEDULE
If you are volunteering at the event, be sure to check the Volunteer Schedule for times and locations. Volunteer-Schedule-for-Carrollton-2024
Thank you to the Sponsors of this Event
