If a team has the highest Skills Score, can they still earn a judged award?

The correct understanding in this scenario is that a team with the highest Skills Score is typically not eligible for additional judged awards. This approach is taken to ensure that all teams have an equal chance to be recognized for their unique contributions and achievements throughout the competition.

The intention behind this policy might stem from the desire to promote a variety of skill sets and innovation among all participants, rather than allowing a single team to dominate multiple facets of the judging criteria. Therefore, although a team may excel in a specific area measured by the Skills Score, this does not grant them the opportunity to be recognized further with additional judged awards. Keeping the awards limited to one per team ensures fairness and encourages diverse team performance across different categories.