Wayland Union High School’s FIRST Robotics Team, placed fourth at the state championship competition, hosted by Saginaw Valley State University at the Ryder Center, and qualified to take part in the nationals at Houston, Texas.
After three days of highly competitive matches Thursday, Friday and Saturday, April 16-18, the team earned the title of Consumers Energy Foundation Field Champions, forming a winning alliance with Stryke Force and the Calumet CopperBots. The team was also honored with the Autonomous Award, recognizing excellence in programming and robot performance during the autonomous period.
Though the team’s run concluded during the playoff rounds, their performance secured an invitation to compete at the 2026 FIRST World Championship.
A spokesperson said, “This achievement reflects the dedication, innovation, and teamwork demonstrated by both students and mentors throughout the season. Wayland Union Schools proudly celebrates the team’s success and looks forward to cheering them on at the world stage.”
