[EricH]

Originally Posted by Mrtrom

can someone fully explain hybrid mode to me, it's my first year and i have no idea

Used to be, the match just started in teleop mode (1992-2002). Then, the GDC introduced autonomous mode, where the robot is controlled by onboard sensors and programming only--no driver input (2003-2007). Now, they have changed auto mode to hybrid mode--the Robocoach (who takes the place of the Human Player) has a limited command set that he/she can send to the robot. The robot must still use only internal programming, but the Robocoach can tell it what to do in the programming. This can by via IR, sound, or light, or any other means that fits within the rules.