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Team 4909 recently competed at BattleCry 25, hosted at Worcester Polytechnic Institute on June 7–8. As one of the most competitive offseason events in New England, BattleCry brought together over 60 teams for two full days of intense robot action.  The qualification rounds were a grind. Our alliance combinations varied, and while we gave it everything on the field, consistent synergy was hard to come by. Over the course of 8 qualification matches, we ended with a record of 2 wins and 6 losses, finishing 53rd out of 62 teams.
With a final rank of 53rd, we weren’t in a position to captain an alliance or be picked for eliminations. Only the top 16 alliances moved forward, and despite our reliability and effort, we didn’t make the playoff bracket this time.
In the playoff bracket as part of the 7‑seed alliance. We competed in Quarterfinal Matches, facing the 2‑seed alliance. Our alliance battled through hard-fought matches, pushing deep. Though we didn't advance to the semis, the experience and lessons were invaluable. Final Rank: Officially seeded 7th in playoffs, with alliance placement in quarterfinals.
Offseason events like BattleCry are where growth happens. New systems get tested. Failures turn into improvements. While this wasn’t our most dominant showing, it was the kind of weekend that builds stronger teams. We’re already back in the shop, retooling and planning for what’s next.
Stay tuned. Team 4909 is just getting started.
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Team 4909, Bionics, hit the field at the 2025 Massachusetts State Championship with energy, strategy, and a drive to compete. Coming off a strong competition season, the team brought their A-game to the Merrimack College venue, facing off against some of the best teams in the state. 
Team 4909 was selected as a second pick by the 5th seed, recognizing our robot's capability and the team's reputation for dependable support and smart driving. While not leading an alliance this time, the team played a crucial role in tight playoff matches. Our robot consistently delivered game pieces, executed clean cycles, and held strong in defense when needed.
We didn’t walk away with a banner, but we left with momentum. The team proved depth, discipline, and potential. The State Championship capped off a season of progress and learning, and it set the tone for what’s next. The Offseason starts now, and 4909 isn’t slowing down.
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