Robotics in Full Competition Mode

Robotics had an active competition agenda over Presidents’ Day weekend, with teams competing in San Jose, CA, and Richmond, VA. In Richmond, teams 12Y and 12Z fought valiantly in a last chance to qualify for States. They reached personal bests in scoring for skills, and both teams played in the elimination rounds. 12Y managed to make it all the way to the finals, losing out in the end, but still qualifying for States with a 150 skills score.

 

Across the country in San Jose, CA, five Potomac Upper School teams (12B, 12D, 12E, 12H, 12S) competed against some of the best teams in California in the NorCal Silicon Valley Signature Event. Our teams adjusted to the different styles of play and refereeing – and thrived. While day one of the event was tough, all of our teams finished strong the second day, with 12H finishing with a 7-2 record, ranking 18th in their division. 12H went on a tear in the elimination rounds, until facing a tough end in the divisional semifinal rounds, just three matches away from playing in the grand finals. All the teams had a great experience at the event and took away many lessons to use for States. View photos from the competition!