The Master of Ceremonies (aka MC or Emcee) is the individual primarily responsible for setting the tone of the competition. He/she creates and sustains an exciting and fun atmosphere throughout the event; embodies the spirit of FIRST and is the consummate FIRST ambassador. 

The Game Announcer for FIRST Robotics Competition is a Key Volunteer position. They work as part of a team with the Master of Ceremonies to energize the teams and spectators to generate interest and enthusiasm throughout the matches.

Written by Vice Chairman, John Abele, to describe the ‘intangibles’ of why FIRST matters and how it works

We want you to have a fun and successful season, so we've compiled all of the resources we think you will need to guide your team. Click on the heart icon to add this page to your library, and check this page often for additional resources.

Team Registration

We want you to have a successful, fun season, so we've compiled all of the resources we think you will need to guide your team. Click on the heart icon to add this page to your library, and check this page often for additional resources. 

Team Registration

Wondering about the FIRST Dean's List Award? All the information you need to know here!

Wonder what it's like to attend a FIRST Robotics Competition event? All the details you need are here. If you have questions, please contact us at firstroboticscompetition@firstinspires.org.

Do you wonder what all those Contact Types are in the Team Registration System? Recommendations here are about what each role is intended to do.

Detailed information about Awards Based on Team Attributes: Engineering Inspiration, Entrepreneurship,Gracious Professionalism, Imagery, Judge's, Rookie All-Star, Rookie Inspiration, Safety, and Team Spirit.

Detailed Information about the FIRST Robotics Competition Awards Based on Machine, Creativity, and Innovation: Autonomous Award, Creativity Award, Excellence in Engineering Award, Industrial Design Award, Innovation in Control Award, and Quality Award.