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High‑school robotics team demonstrates swerve‑drive bot, outlines March tournament plans
Summary
Coach Sullivan and students from SteelBlue Robotics showed a kit robot, described technical upgrades (swerve drive, custom fabrications), outlined outreach to middle schools and two upcoming tournaments (San Francisco and Pinnacles), and invited the community to attend local matches in March.
Coach Sullivan and student captains updated the board on SteelBlue Robotics' technical improvements and outreach. The team highlighted a move from a kit 'tank drive' to swerve drive, fabrication of custom components and 3D‑printed parts, and appearances at Hollister and San Francisco tournaments.
Student captain Andrew (identified during the presentation) described the swerve‑drive advantages and the team's plan to field a second, more powerful robot in about four to five weeks. "We're already building together and sharing ideas," said Jacob, the team secretary, and the students demonstrated a kit bot that can shoot balls and will compete in March events.
Trustees praised the presentation and asked about demonstrations at Salinas High and outreach to middle schools; students said they have previously run demonstrations at San Benancio and will continue outreach where space permits. The board noted the educational value and community excitement and encouraged trustees and families to attend the Hollister regional tournament in March.
