​This past weekend, Team 4909 participated in the Week 4 UNH competition. We fought through 12 qualification matches, earning us the 3rd alliance captain. 

​Moving into alliance selection, we were honored to captain the 3rd alliance. Our first pick was Team 6324, The Blue Devils, and Team 1922, Oz-Ram. With these teams at our side, we were able to fight our way into the quarter-finals. We fought hard with our alliance members, giving our best to win. But ultimately fell short. 

​Beyond matches, we also had three sets of pit judges come visit us. They took a great interest in various aspects of our outreach, safety, engineering process, and of course our robot. A major highlight of our pit was a fully functional R2D2, built by our mentors. This impressive droid is connected to a controller allowing the robot to move freely, featuring full 360-degree head movement, and sounds. R2D2 was a huge hit, drawing the attention of many attendees, especially children, who loved stopping by to interact with him.

​Overall, our time at UNH was an incredible experience filled with teamwork, perseverance, and excitement. We are proud of our performance and look forward to our next competition, UVM!

At the Pine Tree District Competition in Lewiston, ME, Team 4909 delivered another outstanding performance. After a series of intense qualification matches, we secured a high ranking and entered the elimination rounds as a strong contender.

During qualifications, we played 12 matches and won 9. Through qualifications, we gave it our all fighting for 1st seed. By the end, we were ranked 4th seed. We faced many challenges during these matches but our drive team was able to quickly adapt and power through.

​Throughout the competition, five sets of pit judges came to visit us and learn more about our robot, engineering processes, safety, and team outreach. The team had a great time answering questions and loved talking about what makes our team unique. At the close of the competition, we won the Excellence in Engineering Award! Additionally, our lead mentor, Blake Bourque, was honored with a nomination for the Woodie Flowers Award, a prestigious recognition in FRC that celebrates outstanding mentors who inspire and empower their teams.

​This past weekend, we competed in the Granite State Competition, delivering a strong performance throughout the qualification matches. By the end, we secured an impressive second-place ranking, earning the role of Alliance 2 captain. For the elimination rounds, we joined forces with the LigerBots (Team 2877) and The Big Red (Team 1512), ready to take on the competition. Ultimately earning us second place. 

​During qualifications we had twelve matches, winning all of them. Throughout the qualifiers, we faced a variety of challenges, from defensive pressure to unexpected field issues, but our drive team adapted quickly, making smart adjustments to maintain a competitive edge. Our alliance partners played a crucial role in each match, and we worked together to maximize scoring opportunities while ensuring smooth coordination on the field.

Throughout the competition, our team had the opportunity to speak with the pit judges, who visited us not just once, but twice—showing great interest in our ongoing projects. They asked insightful questions about our engineering process, outreach initiatives, and the unique design elements of our robot. Their enthusiasm for our work validated the countless hours our team has put into development and innovation. It was exciting to share our passion for robotics with them, and their engagement reinforced the impact of our efforts beyond just performance on the field.

​By the end of the qualification rounds, our consistent performance earned us second place in the rankings. This achievement not only highlighted our robot’s reliability but also reflected the dedication and teamwork of our entire group, from scouting and strategy to pit crew and programming.

​Securing the second seed meant we would enter the elimination rounds as the captain of Alliance 2, setting the stage for an exciting playoff run alongside our alliance partners, the LigerBots (Team 2877) and The Big Red (Team 1512). 

​After a strong performance in qualification matches, we were prepared for a tough battle against the competition’s top teams. Our alliance quickly found its rhythm in the quarterfinals, executing a well-coordinated strategy that played to our strengths. With efficient scoring, strong defense, and smooth communication between our drive teams, we secured victory and advanced to the semifinals.

​As the competition intensified, our alliance faced fierce opponents determined to stop our run. In the semifinals, we fought hard in a back-and-forth series, making key adjustments to our strategy in response to our rivals. Despite our best efforts, we ultimately fell short, marking the end of our playoff journey.

​Though we didn’t take home the championship, our performance in eliminations showcased our team’s resilience, strategic adaptability, and commitment to excellence. The experience provided valuable lessons that will help us refine our approach for future competitions.

​With our sights set on the next event, Team 4909 is more motivated than ever. We’ll be working hard to fine-tune our robot, analyze our performance, and come back even stronger. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue our season!