FIRST LEGO League

Eastlake High School’s FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Robotics Team, TitanBot FRC #2543, co-hosted their 14th annual FIRST LEGO League (FLL) Qualifying Tournament in conjunction with Naval Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWAR) and Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific (NIWC Pacific) on Saturday, November 2nd, 2024. 18 teams had the opportunity to compete with hopes of advancing to the FIRST Championship. The event is free and open to the public and will be hosted in Chula Vista at the Eastlake High School gymnasium.

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In the 2024 challenge, SUBMERGED, students will explore the mysteries of the ocean, gaining insight into one of Earth's most complex ecosystems. Young engineers, ages 9 to 14, will work together to design and program small-scale autonomous LEGO robots. These robots will complete missions that simulate underwater exploration, allowing teams to score points based on their creativity and technical skills. Each team will compete in three 2.5-minute rounds to achieve their highest game score. In addition to the robot game, teams will present their robot design, core values, and a research project focused on innovative solutions to real-world oceanic challenges. Judges and referees will include volunteers, scientists, and engineers from NAVWAR and NIWC Pacific.

The event will feature demonstrations of robots from the FIRST Robotics Competition, FIRST Tech Challenge, and FIRST LEGO League, alongside a NAVWAR technology display. Special guests, including dignitaries from NAVWAR, NIWC Pacific, the Eastlake Educational Foundation, and Sweetwater Union High School District, will be in attendance. The opening ceremonies will include performances by a Sweetwater District string quartet and NIWC Pacific's color guard.