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Your source of season information for the FIRST Robotics Competition.
A New Event and the Founder’s Reception
Oct 06, 2022 Written by Collin Fultz, FIRST Robotics Competition Sr. Program ManagerAs we said in this blog post, we were anticipating one additional Regional event in Turkey this season. I’m excited to announce that the new event, the Mersin Regional, is happening in 2023! After a two-year hiatus, we’re also excited to bring back the Founder’s Reception on Friday, January 6, 2023.
Second Event Registration, Black Tote Opt-Out, Kit & Kickoff Selection
Oct 03, 2022 Written by Collin Fultz, FIRST Robotics Competition Sr. Program ManagerEvent Preferencing round 1 wrap-up, round 2 reminders, and updates on Black Tote Opt-Out and Kit & Kickoff Selection!
Event Updates and Reminders
Sep 28, 2022 Written by Collin Fultz, FIRST Robotics Competition Sr. Program ManagerEvent updates plus event preferencing and grants reminders galore!
More Than
Sep 27, 2022 Written by Collin Fultz, FIRST Robotics Competition Sr. Program ManagerOn September 26, FIRST® announced the launch of More Than, a campaign to dismantle labels for kids and promote self-esteem through STEM.
2023 Safety Animation Award Theme & Safety Manual Now Available!
Sep 23, 2022 Written by Ashley Marie Johnson, FIRST Robotics Competition Program SpecialistWe are excited to announce the theme for the 2023 Safety Animation Award sponsored by UL Solutions: Power in the Pits!
Black Tote or…?
Sep 22, 2022 Written by Kate Pilotte, Sr. Kit of Parts ManagerThe “Kit” has evolved to include more than just what’s shipped in totes at the start of the season; it’s the Kickoff Kits (totes, Drive Base Kit/voucher), FIRST® Choice, and the Virtual Kit. This year, we're trying something new-ish.
Events, Event Preferencing, and Teaser!
Sep 21, 2022 Written by Collin Fultz, FIRST Robotics Competition Sr. Program Manager2023 FIRST Robotics Competition Regional and District events that will be available for the first round of preferencing are now posted for your review! Also included is a reminder about event preferencing and information about the season teaser.
Payment Term Reminders
Sep 16, 2022 Written by Collin Fultz, FIRST Robotics Competition Sr. Program ManagerAs we move closer to event registration and the payment deadline, I wanted to remind teams of changes to the FIRST® payment terms for the 2022-2023 season. These changes impact how team grant funds are used within the FIRST registration system.
ImPIHRRfect Supply Chains
Sep 14, 2022 Written by Kate Pilotte, Sr. Kit of Parts ManagerRaw materials, labor, and transportation are all volatile. These pieces of the process are less predictable than they’ve been in recent history. We’re seeing it as we source items for Kickoff Kits and FIRST Choice, and we wanted to give you a heads-up too.
Award Updates for the 2023 Season
Sep 12, 2022 Written by Fiona Hanlon, FIRST Robotics Competition Team Experience SpecialistUpdates and changes to judging and awards for the 2023 season.