Frequently Asked
Questions
How do I volunteer for a CT FTC event?
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Create or sign in to your account at firstinspires.org, go to "My Roles" > "Event Volunteer", click "Register to Volunteer", and search for a FIRST Tech Challenge event in Connecticut.
When is the next CT FTC event in Connecticut?
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Check the Events page for the full schedule of upcoming qualifiers, scrimmages, and championships across Connecticut, along with dates and locations.
Do I need robotics or technical experience to volunteer?
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No. Most volunteer roles need no technical background at all, and free online training is provided for every role before the event.
What volunteer roles are available?
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Roles range from technical (Referee, Field Technical Advisor, Robot Inspector) to judging (Panel Judge, Judge Advisor) to event support (Queuer, Scorekeeper, Team Check-in, Field Reset Crew).
Can I just help at one event without full FIRST registration?
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Full FIRST registration is required for every volunteer role - it covers background checks and event credentials. It only takes a few minutes, and once done you can register for as many or as few Connecticut events as you like.
What is FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC)?
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FIRST Tech Challenge is a robotics competition for students in grades 7-12, where teams design, build, and program a robot to compete head-to-head in an alliance format against other teams.
How do I start or join a CT FTC team?
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Contact us and we'll help you get started, or head to the FIRST Dashboard to register a new team. Visit the Team Directory to find an existing team near you.
Still have questions? Contact us.