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Charger Robotics Invitational a Success

May 20, 2008 (12:00AM)

This past weekend, Team 537 hosted the first ever Charger Robotics Invitational. The two day event featured eight teams from around the area competing in the FIRST based game, Overdrive, with a few twists. The winning alliance, including Team 537, 1675 The Ulitimate Protection Squad, and 930 The Mukwonago BEARS, were all given trophies to commemorate the event. Students and volunteers participated in a human competition where they completed tasks like the robots. To view video of the human competition, follow the link below.

Second Annual Robo Run

May 13, 2008 (9:04AM)

The Second Annual Robo Run will be held on May 31st, 2008. For more information, follow the link below.
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McDonald's Night

April 16, 2008 (12:00AM)

On April 23rd, the McDonalds on Silver Spring and Pilgrim will be hosting a Charger Robotics Night. The fundraiser will be held between 4:00 and 8:00 pm. 10% of the money McDonald's makes will go to the team. Spread the event around, and go and have a fun time!

A reminder to the team, there will be a mandatory all-team meeting at 7:00 on the same night to discuss the team's future goals and plans.

Charger Robotics Invitational

April 5, 2008 (9:20AM)

On May 17th and 18th, Charger Robotics will be hosting a two day post-season invite called the Charger Robotics Invitational. Teams are invited to come to Hamilton High School and compete against other FIRST teams. Events include practice rounds, qualifying matches, alliance selections, elimination matches, and awards. CRI is open to the public. Doors open at 7:45 AM. Any questions can be sent to Lori Hinytz via our Contact Us form. If you are interested in this event, please click the link below.
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Results from West Michigan

March 23, 2008 (3:54AM)

This past weekend, the Chargers competed at the West Michigan Regional. On Friday, the team was recognized with the Kleiner, Perkins, Caufield, and Beyer's Entrepreneurship Award, the second of our competition year. This same award was also presented to us at the Milwaukee Regional last weekend. Congratulations to the students who all participated and contributed in the way to earning this award!

Concerning the actual competition, the team did well. 537 was picked to go onto the Quarter Finals by the 4th seeded teams in the last picking. The Martians and More Martians chose our team to go on with them, just as they had done last year at the Buckeye Regional Competition; Martian Sandwhich part Two! Our alliance won the Quarterfinal Match against the 5th seeded alliance, and went on to compete against the 1st seed, which included 4 time world champion, Team Hammond, 71. Our alliance defeated the opponent in the first match, but were not so lucky in the second and third.

With all this in mind, Team 537 did not qualify for the Atlanta Championships this year. Updates will be posted of Post-Season activities yet to come. Keep checking your emails; updates are being sent frequently.

Congratulations, Team 537! Thanks for a great competition season!

Team 537 Wins Award

March 14, 2008 (8:00PM)

Team 537 won the Kleiner Perkins Caufield and Beyer's award at the Wisconsin Regional this Friday. This award is given to the team that has a rockin' business plan and a well-managed team. Congratulations 537!

Wisconsin Regional Webcast

March 13, 2008 (9:00AM)

For those of you unable to go to this year's regional, it is being webcast on Ustream.tv. Please follow the link below to view it and enjoy.

Go Team 537!!!

Milwaukee Regional

March 10, 2008 (6:26AM)

This Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, we will be attending the Milwaukee regional. Arrive at school by 7:00 in the mornings; the buses will leave promptly at 7:15.

Dress as follows:
Thursday: Jeans and old team shirt
Friday: Black bottoms and new team shirts/sweatshirts
Saturday: Black bottoms and polos

Bring safety glasses each day, money, and food if you\'re expecting hunger. Good luck!