Ha! Beat you to it, David!
Here is a pic of the awards from the 2001 "Indiana Robotics Invitational". We took 3/4" thick black acrylic and mounted an aluminum plate with graphics on it and some silver painted parts. My favorite was the silver painted Skyway wheel... it actually spun!
We had a lot of fun making these awards. For a cheaper version, I suggest using wood instead of acrylic.
Andy B.
ps... I wish there was a talent show at a Regional we're attending.
