Welcome to the FIRST Robotics Competition Blog
Your source of season information for the FIRST Robotics Competition.
Take The Time for Youth Safety
Aug 31, 2023 Written by Kim Wierman, Sr. Director – FIRST LEGO League; JoAnn Halloran, Sr. Program Manager – FIRST Tech Challenge; Collin Fultz, Sr. Director – FIRST Robotics CompetitionAs teams are reforming for the new season, we want to remind you to take time to make sure all team members, adults and youth, understand their role in creating a safe environment.
Grant Season Already?!
Aug 29, 2023 Written by FIRST Operations StaffWe want to let our FIRST Robotics Competition teams know about the potential grant opportunities our generous sponsors have to offer.
Thank You Interns!
Aug 23, 2023 Written by Collin Fultz, FIRST Robotics Competition Senior Program DirectorMeet the 2023 FIRST® Robotics Competition interns!
Motor Rule Changes for the 2024 Season
Aug 22, 2023 Written by Jay O’Donnell, FIRST Robotics Competition Mechanical EngineerSharing a change coming to the robot rules for the 2024 season to help teams and vendors make better informed decisions as they prepare for Kickoff.
FIRST KitBot Details
Aug 17, 2023 Written by Fiona Hanlon, Ted Hood, and Kevin O’Connor, FIRST Robotics Competition StaffSharing more details on the expansion of the Kit of Parts base robot to help teams make decisions before the Black Tote and Drive Base opt-out deadline on Oct. 19th 12pm noon ET.
Get Your Pool Noodles!
Aug 15, 2023 Written by Collin Fultz, FIRST Robotics Competition Senior Program DirectorA friendly reminder to get your pool noodles!
Double Elimination 2023 Data and Updates
Aug 08, 2023 Written by Fiona Hanlon, FIRST Robotics Competition Team Experience SpecialistAs we round out the end of summer, we wanted to share some information & updates on the Double Elimination playoff structure that we implemented for the 2023 season.
Carpet at 2024 Events
Jul 19, 2023 Written by Collin Fultz, FIRST Robotics Competition Senior Program DirectorThe carpet that will be used for 2024 FIRST® Robotics Competition events will be the same carpet that was used in 2023 (and prior) seasons.
Learning Content Available Through Thinkscape for FIRST Robotics Competition Teams
Jul 17, 2023 Written by Lori Birch, Senior Specialist, Education Workforce DevelopmentAre you looking for content specifically for students in a particular job role? FIRST® Education has been developing courses for teams over the last year that help increase team knowledge tied to industry certifications.
New Features on FRC-Events Webpage!
Jul 14, 2023 Written by Collin Fultz, FIRST Robotics Competition Senior Program DirectorSharing some exciting upgrades that we have made to frc-events.firstinspires.org!