Robotics

The U.S. Army National Robotics Competition

The JROTC National Robotics Championship is a multiday competition held at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas, Texas. JROTC Robotics teams will battle it out for awards and the title of Tournament Champion!

More Info: JROTC@Roboticseducation.org
Championship Details: Robot Event Page

Upcoming Robotics Events

📅 Date	📍 Location	🏆 Event Name
25–26 Jan 2026	Sandusky, OH	2026 JROTC Robotics Championship
Jan/Feb 2026	San Diego, CA	8th Brigade Robotics Competition
Future events and national finals: announcements coming soon!

🎥 Video

NRC 2025 highlights the incredible teams and robots featured at the 2025 National Robotics Challenge — perfect for showcasing the energy and innovation of JROTC competitors.

NRC Highlights 2024 offers a look at last year’s standout performances and team dynamics.

NRC 2023 captures the evolution of robotics skills and competition formats.

NRC 2019 Highlights showcases the early momentum and legacy of the NRC series.

EPISOD 75: NATIONAL ROBOTICS COMPETITION (NRC … provides a behind-the-scenes look at regional NRC events and cadet preparation.

2022 NRC Highlights features Up-A-Creek Robotics and the energy of the 2022 challenge.

🖼️ Gallery

Photos from the 2026 events will be added here. Check back soon!

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JROTC National Events Hub

Explore premier competitions and leadership experiences that define the Army JROTC program. These events challenge cadets in academics, fitness, STEM, and citizenship—while building lifelong skills and connections.

Featured Events

Raider Nationals – Oct 23–26, 2025, Fort Knox, KY. Includes obstacle courses, rope bridges, strength tests, and first aid challenges.
JLAB – Leadership & Academic Bowl – June 15–26, 2025, Washington, D.C. STEM activities, trivia competitions, and DC-area leadership experiences.
Drill Championships – May 2–3, 2026, Daytona Beach, FL. Armed/unarmed drill, color guard, and inspection events.
VEX Robotics Nationals – May 9–11, 2025, Dallas, TX. Engineering and coding competition with REC Foundation.
Air Rifle Championships – Regionals Feb–Mar; Finals Spring 2025. Sporter and precision marksmanship events.
CyberPatriot Challenge – Finals Spring 2025. Cybersecurity competition focused on securing virtual networks.
Archery Nationals – Spring 2025, Sandy, UT & Louisville, KY. Precision archery competition across two regions.
Drone Nationals – Spring 2025, TBD. New STEM event using RADC-approved drones.

Registration & Contact

Raider Registration

Vendor Registration (Email)

JLAB Registration