Victoria West/East High School's award-winning robotic team, 9121-Mavericks, showcased their resilience and skill at the recent robotics competition held in Belton. Competing against 41 other teams, the Mavericks faced a significant challenge when a major collision on the field knocked their battery out of the robot. Undeterred, the team sprang into action, swiftly repairing the damage and demonstrating their ability to adapt under pressure.

Despite the setback, 9121-Mavericks demonstrated their unwavering determination and strategic prowess, ultimately securing a place in the finals matches. Their outstanding performance throughout the competition earned them a well-deserved second-place finish, solidifying their reputation as a force to be reckoned with in the world of robotics.

Currently ranked 8th in the state, 9121-Mavericks are setting their sights on even greater achievements. The team is eagerly preparing to compete in April at the FIRST Robotics District Championship in Houston. This upcoming competition presents an opportunity for the Mavericks to showcase their innovation, teamwork, and dedication on a statewide stage.

"We are incredibly proud of the resilience and skill demonstrated by our 9121-Mavericks team," said Nathan Mersino coach of the Victoria West/East High School robotics team. "Despite the challenges we faced during the Belton competition, our team rose to the occasion and showed their true potential. We are excited to continue our journey and compete against the best at the State Championship in Houston." Kathryn Fitzgerald, the team's Safety Captain, "Our ability to quickly address the robot damage reflects our commitment to safety and efficiency. This is our top priority, and this second-place finish speaks to our dedication and teamwork."

The VISD community extends its congratulations to 9121-Mavericks on their impressive performance and wishes them the best of luck as they prepare for the upcoming State Championship.

Team 9448, the Wave Wranglers, made an impact during the first week of competition at the FIRST Robotics event in Katy. One of the most astonishing feats of the event was the creation of Wave Wranglers' new robot, Soundbite, which came to life in an incredible 3-hour build session. This impressive achievement was made possible with the invaluable assistance of Team 3847 Spectrum, whose guidance and support were instrumental in bringing the Wave Wranglers' vision to life.

"We are incredibly proud of our team's performance at Katy, and our impressive 21st ranking." said head driver Analisa.

In addition, Team 9448 had the honor of receiving the Rookie Inspiration award. This prestigious award recognizes a first year team's outstanding success in advancing respect and appreciation for engineering and engineers, both within their school and throughout their community.

The Wave Wranglers would also like to extend their heartfelt thanks to their sponsors whose support made their participation in this competition possible.