Hive Rush — XRP Challenge
Join Hive Rush, our annual XRP Challenge, where teams design, build, and compete in a fast-paced robotics game that celebrates creativity and teamwork.
About the Challenge
The XRP Challenge is our flagship annual event where teams compete in building and programming robots to complete various tasks and challenges.
- Hands-on robotics experience
- Team collaboration and problem-solving
- STEM education through competition
- Recognition and awards for outstanding achievements
Kickoff & Event Timeline
The XRP Challenge kickoff takes place on June 6 at 12:00 PM. At kickoff, we will post a live video of the game animation along with the contents of the game manual.
Who can participate: All Wyoming Public School students, Robotics Mentors, Parents, and Alumni are welcome to participate.
- June 6, 12:00 PM: Kickoff event, game animation release, and manual release
- August 8, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Competition day at Wyoming High School (events may run longer depending on matches)
Build rules and field information: Available further down this page.
Competition location: Wyoming High School
XRP Challenge Videos
Browse past XRP Challenge videos and related uploads in the full playlist.
Game Reveal Coming June 6, 2026
The 2026 game reveal video will be posted here at kickoff on June 6 at 12:00 PM.
What is XRP?
XRP is an experimental robotics platform designed to help students take their first steps into engineering, programming, and robot design. It’s built to be accessible for beginners while still offering depth for experienced teams.
XRP was created by a coalition of companies and educational institutions dedicated to advancing STEM education.
Key XRP features include:
- Block-based programming (Blockly) and MicroPython
- Modular hardware: IMU, Pi Pico W controller, Qwiic connectors, motor controllers, and build system parts
- Community build files (3D prints, CAD, and guides) available on GitHub and Printables
Learn more and get started:
- Experiential Robotics XRP overview
- Bridge to FIRST (FRC prep)
- XRP 3D print files (Printables)
- XRP Intro to Robotics Curriculum (Read the Docs)
XRP Challenge Details
Hive Rush includes both game strategy and robot compliance. Use this section for a quick overview, then use the full manual for complete game flow, scoring, and inspection criteria.
Game Snapshot
- Focus: Design, build, and drive an XRP robot through challenge tasks in timed matches.
- Match play: Teams are evaluated on both on-field performance and legal robot construction.
- Field and scoring: Official field layout, scoring values, and match procedures are defined in the game manual.
Field Resources
Use these files to review the field layout and build the empty field for testing.
Game Resources
Use these files to review the game materials and understand the challenge tasks.
Get Involved
Whether you're a seasoned robotics enthusiast or just getting started, the XRP Challenge welcomes participants of all levels. Join us for an unforgettable experience in robotics and engineering!