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Ministry of Education – Implementation Plan for the 2026 Drone Soccer Competition

Ministry of Education – Implementation Plan for the 2026 Drone Soccer Competition

1. Overview

The Drone Soccer Competition is the first nationwide competition organized by the Ministry of Education. Through drone soccer competitions aligned with international standards, the initiative aims to guide students in developing skills in flight control, team strategy, and technological innovation. Ultimately, it seeks to cultivate drone technology talent with strong international awareness, hands-on capabilities, innovative thinking, and long-term development potential.

2. Competition Framework

The competition is designed with reference to the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale (FAI) World Drone Soccer Championships Sporting Rules (Class F9A-B, 20 cm), released on June 15, 2025.

To meet educational promotion goals and domestic competition requirements, and in alignment with the principles of a non-red supply chain for unmanned aerial vehicles, certain rules have been appropriately adjusted. However, the core concepts and technical standards remain consistent with international competition practices.

3. Competition Categories

  • Elementary and Junior High School Group
  • Senior High School Group
  • University and College Group

4. Competition Schedule

(1) Regional Qualifiers

  • Period: July–August 2026
  • Regions: Northern, Central, and Southern Taiwan

Northern Region: Taipei City, New Taipei City, Taoyuan City, Keelung City, Yilan County, Hualien County, and Lienchiang County (7 cities/counties)

Central Region: Hsinchu City, Hsinchu County, Miaoli County, Taichung City, Changhua County, Nantou County, Yunlin County, and Kinmen County (8 cities/counties)

Southern Region: Chiayi City, Chiayi County, Tainan City, Kaohsiung City, Taitung County, Pingtung County, and Penghu County (7 cities/counties)

  • Format: Round-robin competition within groups. Each team competes in a single round-robin format. The top three teams from each region will advance to the semifinals.

(2) Semifinals

  • Date: October 2–3, 2026
  • Venue: National Taiwan University Sports Center (No. 1, Sec. 4, Roosevelt Rd., Da’an District, Taipei City)
  • Format: Points-based system. The top two teams in the semifinal standings will advance to the finals of the Presidential Cup Drone Competition to compete for the championship and runner-up positions.

(3) Finals

  • Date: Expected December 2026
  • Venue: Tainan Convention Center (No. 3, Guiren 12th Rd., Guiren District, Tainan City)
  • Format: Competition between the top two teams from the semifinals based on total points.
  • Special Event: On the day of the finals, an international demonstration match (F9A-A, 40 cm class, 5 vs. 5) will be held to showcase advanced tactical play and drone technologies, promoting public engagement.

5. Awards

Awards, trophies, and certificates will be granted to the top three teams at each stage of the competition. All awards will be issued and distributed after official documentation is completed.

(1) Regional Qualifiers

  • Champion: NT$10,000
  • Runner-up: NT$5,000
  • Third Place: NT$3,000
  • One trophy per winning team
  • Certificates awarded to instructors and participating students

(2) Semifinals

  • Top three national teams: NT$20,000 each
  • Trophy awarded to third place
  • Certificates awarded to instructors and participating students

(3) Finals

  • Champion: NT$50,000
  • Runner-up: NT$30,000
  • One trophy per winning team
  • Certificates awarded to instructors and participating students

6. Additional Information

Detailed competition schedules, venues, eligibility requirements, and registration procedures for each category will be announced separately in the official competition guidelines.

7. Contact Information

(1) Regional Qualifiers

Junior High and Elementary School Group

Senior High School Group

University and College Group

(2) Semifinals and Finals

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