Make sure you have couple of people learning the BASIC C code for the Robot Controller. You should be/have received a Robovation Kit (formally called EDU Bot). Use it to practice on to do a simple task and work your way to more complex.
I would definitely have the Controls CDT also read the instruction manuals for the Victors 884 and Spikes off of IF website. They have a lot of information on how they work and tips on programming.
Any extra time read over a lot of the forums and white papers here on Chief Delphi. You will find a lot of useful tips.
Also view previous regionals and nationals to get feeling what a competition match is like. There are videos on
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