On October 17th and 18th, Team Neutrino participated in Clash in the Corn in West Des Moines. This was our second year participating at the first FRC offseason event in Iowa! Not only did we compete, but team members volunteered in many roles, such as food prep, field reset, and concessions. Our team also hosted two conferences: one was a code exchange, where teams could learn how other teams code their robots, and one was a how to for the Impact award, allowing more teams to effectively present about their teams impact in their community. We even presented our world famous Spaghetti award!

We had a very successful event on the robot side, with Team Neutrino and Levithan placing third overall, and was the first pick of the second alliance. We ended up winning the event for the second year in a row! Our “second team”, Team Nutrition, competed with our off-season robot, Calorie, which was a modification to our 2024 robot Valkyrie that our students did over the summer to advance their design and coding skills. Team Nutrition placed 10th overall, and was the first pick of the fourth alliance, and got third place as an alliance in the playoffs. Overall, it was a fun experience for the team and we were able to use this time to train new members, refine our skills, and continue our lasting impact in the Iowa FRC community.

Thank you to our sponsors for funding our team and everyone that watched on compete virtually or physically!

On August 17th, we had an incredible experience at the Iowa State Fair! Our Team Neutrino members proudly showcased our robot, captivating fairgoers with its remarkable features and demonstrations. We also had the honor of volunteering as part of the STEM Day, where we engaged with eager attendees about the wonders of science and technology. In addition to our responsibilities, we took the time to explore the vibrant attractions of the fair, indulging in delicious treats and enjoying the lively atmosphere. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who came to see us and to the fair organizers for welcoming us with open arms. We truly had a fantastic time at this event and can’t wait to return for more adventures in the coming years!