Space Grand Challenge
Space Grand Challenge Sandbox 2025 was a huge success!
Thanks to all who joined us for our annual Sandbox open-play event on October 20-24, 2025! Stay tuned for upcoming news on the SGC Live event coming next spring
About The Space Grand Challenge Program
The Space Grand Challenge (SGC) Program is a free virtual game-based cybersecurity competition for middle and high school students built by Cal Poly students. The SGC helps prepare the next generation of the cyber workforce by expanding the pipeline of talent earlier, promoting STEM, and developing cyber/IT skills. SGC accomplishes this through a unique use of gamification and esports to promote STEM, space themes, and cybersecurity skills.
Get Ready for the Sandbox 2025
Use resources to make sure your team is well equipped to solve the challenges during the event. Everything player and coaches need is right here—included are training resources by subject, practice challenges, and specialized guides for tools.
The SGC program proudly works within the educational framework laid out by the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE).
Merchandise
Gear up for Space Grand Challenge with custom SGC jerseys, digital backgrounds, stickers, patches, and tumblers! Elevate your team’s spirit and showcase your passion for cybersecurity, STEM, and space exploration with our exclusive merchandise. Whether you’re a participant, coach, teacher, or supporter, our store has everything you need to make a statement and get ready for an out-of-this-world experience. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gear up in style and show your enthusiasm for the Space Grand Challenge!
Hardware & Software Compatibility Notes
- The Space Grand Challenge uses Unity WebGL which is supported by Google Chrome and FireFox web browsers only. Microsoft Edge and Apple Safari web browsers, and mobile devices are not supported.
- Chromebooks are supported on our Gamelift section of the game portal to play our Unity room challenges.
- Please see Hardware Requirements for Remote Desktop (RDP) requirements.
Privacy Policy
The California Cybersecurity Institute and California Polytechnic State University respect your privacy and are committed to protecting it to the extent possible, subject to applicable state and federal law, through our compliance with our privacy policies. For more information, please visit: https://www.calpoly.edu/privacy
SGC 2025 Sponsors
Media Partner
Community Partners
CCI is thankful to the partnerships and support of our past and current sponsors who have made this program possible.
To learn more about sponsorship at any level, contact cci@calpoly.edu.
stay connected
The CCI will be using social media and other outreach channels to hide competition puzzles and clues leading up to the competition. Be sure to follow the CCI on all social media platforms to stay engaged and be on the lookout for challenge hints that will help your team solve Mission Luna.