The countdown to the 2026–2027 FIRST Tech Challenge season has begun. We are gearing up for launch on September 12th, 2026. This season features the BIOBUZZ™ game presented by RTX. Kickoff events are vital community-building opportunities. Local teams gather to celebrate the live game reveal. They stream the broadcast and break down the challenge. We need more teams to host a kickoff! Current Kickoff Locations We have four hosts confirmed across Wisconsin: Lakeshore Robotics

The FIRST Wisconsin FTC State Championship will take place February 19th and 20th 2027 at the Oshkosh Arena in Oshkosh Wisconsin. We are now actively recruiting a Volunteer Coordinator for this event. The Volunteer Coordinator plays a key leadership role in ensuring a successful, welcoming, and well-staffed FIRST event by recruiting, assigning, and supporting volunteers before and during the event. Working closely with the Program Delivery Partner, Tournament/Event Director

Behind every great student experience is a strong network of people who make the details work. Questions get answered. Volunteers receive clear information. Partners feel connected to the mission. Teams can focus on learning, building, coding, leading, and competing because someone is helping keep the moving parts aligned. That is why FIRST Wisconsin is excited to welcome Peggy Maricle as our new Administrative Business Coordinator. Peggy joins the team in a role that touches

FTC Team 13201 Hazmat still has room at their two-day camp in Brookfield Wisconsin. FIRST Wisconsin is sharing this information on behalf of Team 13201, which is solely responsible for the content and operation of this event. Please direct all questions and feedback to teamhazmat13201@gmail.com.

Hello coaches and admins. The FIRST Dashboard is now open for "Intent to Return" and FTC registration. If you have not used the dashboard this year, you will notice some interface changes. Please access the portal and set up your team’s Financial Guarantor, the person or organization responsible for paying your team’s registration fees. You will need to set up a Financial Guarantor if your team plans to pay by purchase order (PO), claim tax exemption, or have a sponsoring org

As we count down to this year's FLL Founders Game, BIOGLOW™, releasing August 4, 2026, we would like to introduce you to our FLL "Brain Trust" Starting off with Craig Peterman: FLL Program Delivery Partner for Wisconsin, BadgerBots Board Member. Wisconsin Region Head Judge Advisors, Brian Farrell and Brian Hicks. Wisconsin Region Head Referees, J. Church and Allison Conrad. You can contact each and every one of your state Key Volunteers using his email link. FLLteams@badge

Informational call about the upcoming FLL, FTC and FRC Seasons

A successful event depends on dedicated volunteers, and FIRST Wisconsin is seeking individuals interested in serving in KEY Volunteer roles for the upcoming 2026/27 FTC and FRC season. These critical roles require volunteers who can put the event first, serve teams fairly, and meet role-specific expectations, including avoiding conflicts of interest and completing any required training or skill preparation. FIRST Wisconsin is seeking a State-Level Volunteer Coordinator for th

As we prepare for an exciting new season of FIRST, we are thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new web address and website, www.firstwisconsinrobotics.org. This innovative platform is designed to serve as an invaluable resource for all stakeholders involved in FIRST Wisconsin, including teams, mentors, volunteers, and alumni. Our goal is to ensure that everyone has easy access to the latest news, updates, and vital information regarding all FIRST programs operating wi

Four Wisconsin teams will compete at the 2026 Indiana Robotics Invitational, held July 16–18 at Lawrence Central High School. They are Team 930, the Mukwonago BEARs from Mukwonago; Team 1306, BadgerBOTS from Middleton; Team 1732, Hilltopper Robotics from Milwaukee; and Team 1792, Round Table Robotics from Oak Creek. More than 60 teams from around the world will take part in this family-friendly event, which is open to the public. Teams are invited after submitting an applicat

An important part of being sustainable year after year is raising enough money to support your team. Fundraising allows your team to develop both technically and as a program by providing sufficient funds to grow and expand your team.

Since the inception of FIRST®, millions of young people around the world have participated in FIRST programs, and each year thousands of students graduate high school and mark their transition from FIRST participant to FIRST alum. Over time, FIRST Alumni have come together to create a tight-knit community —rooted in a common experience —which spans the globe. Because of how formative students’ FIRST journeys are, alumni love to remain engaged with and committed to the mission

As part of recent changes to the FIRST Senior Mentor program, FIRST Wisconsin is saying thank you to two individuals whose dedication, leadership, and service have helped shape our FIRST community for many years. Jane Blau and Emma Schuff have each played important roles in supporting teams, mentors, volunteers, educators, and partners across Wisconsin. Through advocacy, relationship-building, volunteer development, outreach, and countless conversations, they have helped stre

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Get ready to blast off and set course for the SHOUT Robotics Competition, a girls robotics tournament launching the next generation of innovators on October 17th, 2026!

T-minus 15 days to apply for a $2,500 scholarship opportunity! FIRST Wisconsin Alumni who are entering their Sophomore, Junior, or Senior Year or currently attending a technical college are eligible to apply. Students must be a Wisconsin resident who participated in a high school FIRST team in Wisconsin and they must be attending a Wisconsin two- or four-year university or college.

Lights DOWN. Energy ALL THE WAY UP. Get ready for one of the most unique 2026 offseason events in Wisconsin… because this year, we’re turning the lights DOWN and the energy ALL THE WAY UP. This immersive synthwave-themed event transforms the competition field into a neon-lit arena where teams are encouraged to bring LEDs, glow effects, and creative robot lighting to stand out under the blacklights! Teams are HIGHLY encouraged to add UV-reactive materials, LEDs, glow effects,

Leviathans Robotics will be holding our third annual offseason competition, Leviathans Robotics Rampage LIVE ON STAGE at the Pablo Center, a performing arts center in Eau Claire, WI. This event would not be possible without our volunteers. We're in need of many different roles, from referees to field reset, and emcees to concessions. Without our wonderful volunteers, we would not be able to make our event a success. We appreciate everyone choosing to donate their time and exp

Get ready for another exciting summer of robotics competition - registration for MROC 2026 is officially open, and Team 930 would love to see your team there! Founded in 2022, the Mukwonago Robotics Offseason Competition (MROC) was created with the goal of becoming Wisconsin’s premier offseason event. MROC delivers a high-energy experience featuring tournament-level gameplay comparable to a FIRST Regional or District event while also creating opportunities for teams to learn,