Sask Polytech’s Robot Rumble, presented by SaskTel, is building the next generation of innovators
May 3, 2023 –Saskatchewan Polytechnic hosted 87 teams of 162 students from 41 high schools from across the province today in a battle of technical skills during Robot Rumble, presented by SaskTel. Nine schools were new to the competition!
Student teams showcased their problem-solving skills, technical expertise and teamwork by working in pairs to construct, program and test robots made from SUMO robot kits. Two classes of competition were offered this year, stock and modified.
Similar to traditional Japanese sumo wrestling matches, two SUMObots face-off against each other in a ring. The goal is simple: try to knock or push your opponent’s robot out of the ring. The SUMObot that stays in the ring the longest wins. After a round-robin tournament held in the morning, the final rumbles started in the afternoon.
“Robot Rumble is a fun and engaging way to promote robotics and programming skills,” says Dr. Larry Rosia, Sask Polytech president and CEO. “Robot Rumble offers a fantastic opportunity for experiential learning and serves as a great introduction to the School of Mining, Energy and Manufacturing. Thank you to participating students, supportive high school teachers and chaperones, and the sponsors whose contributions made today’s event possible. Heartiest congratulations to the winners of the competition!”
Student involvement in robotics competitions provides them hands on learning in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. Robot Rumble encourage collaboration and teamwork, teaches problem solving skills and helps students build their confidence as they see the results of their hard work and effort.
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STOCK ROBOTS |
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First place stock: Prize: |
Team 19: 😊 Bruno Central School, Bruno SK $1,500 tuition credit to a Saskatchewan Polytechnic program in the School of Mining, Energy and Manufacturing and $250 cash each. |
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Second place stock: Prize: |
Team 43: Circuit Tsuppari Yorkton Regional High School, Yorkton, SK $1,000 tuition credit to a Saskatchewan Polytechnic program in the School of Mining, Energy and Manufacturing and $150 cash each. |
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Third place stock: Prize: |
Team 36: Laval 1 École Monseigneur de Laval, Regina SK $500 tuition credit to a Saskatchewan Polytechnic program in the School of Mining, Energy and Manufacturing and $100 cash each. |
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MODIFIED ROBOTS |
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First place modified: Prize: |
Team 77: McEthan Rossignol High School, Île-à-la-Crosse, SK $1,500 tuition credit to a Saskatchewan Polytechnic program in the School of Mining, Energy and Manufacturing and $250 cash each. |
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Second place modified: Prize: |
Team 79: Simone Rossignol High School, Île-à-la-Crosse, SK $1,000 tuition credit to a Saskatchewan Polytechnic program in the School of Mining, Energy and Manufacturing and $150 cash each. |
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Third place modified: Prize: |
Team 78: Sox Rossignol High School, Île-à-la-Crosse, SK $500 tuition credit to a Saskatchewan Polytechnic program in the School of Mining, Energy and Manufacturing and $100 cash each. |
Careers in mining, energy and manufacturing require a diversity of skills. Sask Polytech's School of Mining, Energy and Manufacturing programs train students in everything from engineering technology, welding and industrial mechanics to electronics, ironworking and underground mining.
Learn more about Robot Rumble at robotrumble.saskpolytech.ca.
Many full-time programs still have available seats for fall 2023. Find a program and apply today.