Team mission statement:
To increase our knowledge in every aspect of robotics by observing and hands-on learning. To grow in our ability to adapt and learn in difficult situations. And to utilize our ever-growing knowledge and community to spread the benefits of FIRST
Sandra
Programmer, Engineer
Hello, my name is Sandra. I am also known as Sushi, I am 18 years old and a senior in high school, I am a geek that just wants to live on the USS Enterprise. I am the programming team leader, and I often help the build team by giving ideas, coordinating with the programming team, and helping tighten a few screws when needed. When I am not doing robotics, I can be found reading, listening to music, hiking, kayaking, or working with pigs. I have been doing robotics for five years, two in FLL three in FTC. This is my last year as a student in this program so I am really trying to train up all my code ducklings and ensure the future of our team. I also plan to continue in the FIRST program by mentoring and volunteering once I graduate.
Aubrie
Notebook, Outreach, Administrative duties, Team Mom
Greetings! My name is Aubrie, but feel free to call me Avocado. I am a 18-year-old high school senior. My role includes leading our notebook and outreach team, along with being the “team mom.” Some things I enjoy outside of robotics include, training in Shotokan karate, reading, sleeping, making music, goofing off with my siblings, and hanging out with my awesome group of friends. This is my 4th and final year in FTC and I can’t wait to see what this season holds!
Brayden
Engineer, Social Media
Hey, my name's Brayden! I'm a senior who's been gracing the world with my presence for 17 years and counting. I'm one of our team's head builders as well as one of our robot drivers. Robotics has always been something I've been interested in, primarily the building aspect of it all, so when I got the chance to participate in this FTC several years ago I was excited at the prospect. Over the years I've continuously learned more about building, from drive trains and weight distribution to positioning and optimizing space. Along the line, I've also learned quite a bit in terms of teamwork, skills such as collective brainstorming
and plain communication, all things I will forever be grateful for.
Dennis
CAD, Engineer
Hello, my name is Dennis, AKA Banana. I am 16 years old and in 10th grade. I am on the engineering team, which involves building the robot, as well as doing any needed CAD work. When I am not doing robotics, I can be found hunting, fishing, working with pigs, playing one of my instruments, and breathing. I have been doing robotics with FIRST for over 6 years, and this is my third year in the FTC program. I am excited to see what this year of FTC brings!
Natasha
Programmer, Admin assistant
How hops it? My birth name is Natasha but please call me toffee. I am 14 years old and a freshman in high school. My role on the team is a coder and assistant mom. Some things I enjoy outside robotics are wood-burning, Shotokan karate, eating grilled cheese and applesauce (don’t judge until you try it), socializing, obsessing over ducks, and making music. This is my first year in FTC robotics and I can’t wait to experience FIRST in its fullest.
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Abby
Engineer, CAD
Hello my name is Abigail but everyone calls me Tater Tot. I don’t even like tater tots but it Is a cool nickname so I kept it. I chose to become an engineer for the team because it brings out the crafty side of me and I find it fun. Outside of robotics, I’m currently in 8th grade going into high school soon. My interests include drawing, music, reading, and, last but not least, 4H. Before I joined FTC, I was In FLL for 5 years. I'm also the youngest team member. I hope to share what I learn from my teammates with future teammates.
Micah
Engineer, Finances
Hello, my name is Micah, but my secret identity is Peanut. I’m 14 years old and a freshman in high school. My life has been a steady dump of money into legos and books, and I have no regrets. I have been doing FIRST for 4 years. My part on the team is as an engineer and occasional driver, but I also have dabbled in finances. Outside of robotics, other than spending too much money on legos, I play soccer as a striker and play piano off and on. My mom is a science teacher, and so I’ve gained an interest in physics and how the world works in that way. I hope to take more engineering classes in the future because, unlike having flying superpowers, engineering is a superpower that anyone can have.
Solomon
Programmer, Drive Team
Who is this person you may ask? Solomon is his name but you can also summon him by the name Sriracha. He is a semi-functional, sleep-deprived, 16-year-old high school junior. In the team, his role is mainly programming. He has been intrigued about programming ever since his first year of FLL and wants to explore the infinite creation of programming. During his past life, he has taken FLL for 3 years and 1 year of FTC in 2019. Due to schedule reasons, he had to take an FTC season off but he has come back to LEARN. Throughout his off-season, he took some programming classes to prepare for this season. Other than his life in robotics, you can find him trapped in his house taking classes online, taking Shotokan karate, taking random photos, skateboarding, eating or starving, listening to music, or taking very long naps. Here are some words he wants to say before the bio ends, “I might be a little rusty in the fundamentals of FTC, but I am excited to start a new season with my teammates!”
