FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) - Grades 7-12

We provide customized training to help make your coach / team successful. We also have professional mentors that can come help you in the classroom. For more information, email us and we will get you in touch with the closest official mentor in your area:  [email protected]

We have professional trainers and mentors ready to help!

We are More than Robots!

  • Build and Program a Robot
  • Work in a Team Environment
  • Become a Public Speaker
  • Network With Others Around the World
  • Become a Marketing Guru
  • Have an Amazing Life Experience
  • Qualify for More than 80 Million in Scholarships

What is FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC)

Questions and Answers

NOTE – Team specific information is available in our Teams Portal

Q – What is the timeline for registration, payments, competitions and such for this season?
A – Schedules are posted and available on our TEAM PORTAL

Q – Where do I get the latest information about the challenge and local league assignments?
A – Teams are expected to attend “League Meet 1, League Meet 2, League Meet 3 and their League Tournament”. While teams only need 10 matches to qualify for advancement, we encourage teams to attend all of their events to perfect strategy and maximize involvement in the program.

Championship in April

We are a sanctioned UIL competitive robotics program in Texas.

FIRST Core Values

We express the FIRST philosophies of Gracious Professionalism and Coopertition through our Core Values:

  • Discovery: We explore new skills and ideas.
  • Innovation: We use creativity and persistence to solve problems.
  • Impact:  We apply what we learn to improve our world.
  • Inclusion: We respect each other and embrace our differences.
  • Teamwork: We are stronger when we work together.
  • Fun: We enjoy and celebrate what we do!

FIRST Tech Challenge - Rio Grande Valley 2020 Season Recap