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Your source of season information for the FIRST Robotics Competition.
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Priority Waitlist Slot Releases
Mar 18, 2022 Written by Frank Merrick, Director FIRST Robotics CompetitionIn the Championship Potpourri Blog, we explained the Priority Waitlist Process. Step #2 in that process was indicated as “Determine the number of slots to be awarded based on FIRST Championship declines, position in the season, and any other factors.” I would like to give you a little more detail on that step and tell you how we plan to be more transparent on that determination.
Week One
Mar 09, 2022 Written by Frank Merrick, Director FIRST Robotics CompetitionI am happy to report that Week One competitions are done, and the season is off to an exciting start. We saw some amazing robots and it felt good to get back to seeing friends again at in-person competitions.
Guest Blog: Inspection Reflection, Part 2
Mar 02, 2022 Written by Al Skierkiewicz & Chuck Dickerson, FIRST Robotics Competition Chief Robot InspectorsAs the Chief Robot Inspectors, we would like to mention a few processes and options for inspection of which teams may not be aware. This is part 2 of Inspection Reflection, be sure to also check out part 1.
The FIRST Reporting Portal is LIVE!
Feb 28, 2022 Written by Lee Doucette, FIRST Youth Protection Program ManagerWe want to make sure everyone is aware that FIRST® has an online Reporting Portal for community members to report Youth Protection concerns, Medical Incidents, or other concerns.
Guest Blog: Inspection Reflection, Part 1
Feb 25, 2022 Written by Al Skierkiewicz & Chuck Dickerson, FIRST Robotics Competition Chief Robot InspectorsWe’ve been invited to share some thoughts, observations, and recommendations as your Chief Robot Inspectors. We’re excited to share with you, and plan to do so in two parts. This is Part 1, and we’ll follow up with Part 2 shortly. Part 1 is mostly tactical; we wanted to share things to look for as you start to transition from “build” to “compete.”
FIRST Mentor Network
Feb 23, 2022 Written by the FIRST Volunteer Resources TeamWe want all FIRST® Robotics Competition teams and team members to feel successful as you engage in team meetings, the next iteration of your competition robot, competitions, and a brighter future, but you may not always have the resources you need close by.
Robots are Back!
Feb 21, 2022 Written by Frank Merrick, Director FIRST Robotics CompetitionWoohoo! It’s happening!
I stopped by the official Week 0 scrimmage event in Bedford, New Hampshire, USA, this past Saturday. Huge shout-out to FIRST Robotics Competition Team 509, Red Storm, for being such amazing hosts!
FIRST® Championship Potpourri
Feb 16, 2022 Written by Collin Fultz, FRC Senior Program Manager + Fiona Hanlon, FRC Team Experience Specialist + Kevin O’Connor, FRC Senior Robotics EngineerWe’re just a few short weeks from our Week 1 events, and with that, we wanted to share more information about FIRST Championship.
A NEW Woodie Flowers Tradition is coming to an event near you, in 2022!!!
Feb 14, 2022 Written by Woodie Flowers Award WinnersIn the early years of FIRST, Woodie, wearing his denim shirt, was a staple at every tournament. As FIRST grew, it became virtually impossible for him to be at every tournament because of the multiple tournaments each weekend!
2022 Digital Animation Award Winner sponsored by AutomationDirect.com
Feb 11, 2022 Written by Frank Merrick, Director FIRST Robotics CompetitionCongratulations to FIRST Robotics Competition Team 8334, Titan Robotics, from Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA, for winning the 2022 Digital Animation Award sponsored by Automation Direct!