The 2021 MATE ROV Oregon Regional Competition was held May 19-23 using a hybrid competition model. Engineering presentations and scoring of marketing materials took place beginning May 19, and the Mission attempts were conducted in-person at the pool in Lincoln City, Oregon. RESULTS:
Ranger Class

• 1st Place: Valor Maritime International from Beaverton, OR (215pt)

Navigator Class

• 1st Place: ARES ROV from West Richland, WA (188pt)
• 2nd Place: WATTS from Warrenton, OR (162pt)
• 3rd Place: Valor ORCAs from Beaverton, OR (153pt)

Scout Class

• 1st Place: ROValor from Beaverton, OR (150pt)

Congratulations to all the teams for their hard work and for participating in the competition during this unusual year, and many thanks to the competition volunteers, sponsors, team mentors, and parents who helped make this event possible. 2021 Oregon Regional Sponsors: Oregon Sea Grant, Oregon Coast STEM Hub, Siletz Tribal Charitable Contribution Fund, Oregon Coast Aquarium, and the MATE Center.