Gracious Professionalism
We compete with integrity and respect.
Building strong relationships with teams and mentors through positive conduct.
ROBOTICS · TEAM 9330
ROBOTS LEAD,
KNIGHTS INSPIRE
Innovate. Lead. Inspire the Future.
Robo-Knights empowers students to become confident STEM leaders through innovation, mentorship, and Gracious Professionalism®.
About Us
Robo-Knights (FTC Team 9930)
Robo-Knights (FTC Team 9930) is a student-led robotics team participating in the FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC), an international STEM program where teams design, build, and program robots to compete in dynamic, real-world engineering challenges.
FTC emphasizes hands-on learning, teamwork, innovation, and Gracious Professionalism®, preparing students for future careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Team History
A Legacy of Growth & Discovery
Founded in 2015, FTC Team 9930 Robo-Knights has built a 10-season legacy, competing in over 30 official FTC events. Through continuous discovery and iteration, our team has expanded its engineering, programming, and problem-solving skills while fostering curiosity and a lifelong love of learning.
Each season presents new challenges that push us to grow both technically and personally—strengthening resilience, adaptability, and teamwork that define who we are as Robo-Knights.
Our Mission
Innovate,
Lead,
Inspire
the Future.
ROBOTS LEAD, KNIGHTS INSPIRE
Robo-Knights empowers students to become confident STEM leaders by combining innovation, mentorship, and Gracious Professionalism® to create meaningful impact within our team and our community.
This season represents a pivotal transition for Robo-Knights. Ajinkya Pawar, a former rookie from 2023, now serves as team captain—leading 14 new members and exemplifying our commitment to inclusion, mentorship, and long-term sustainability.
By intentionally developing student leadership and sharing responsibility, every member is encouraged to grow, contribute, and succeed—both within the team and beyond competition.
Core Principles
Our values guide every decision we make—from design and engineering to how we treat our teammates and competitors.
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Student Leadership & Mentorship
Students lead and mentor.
We cultivate leadership by giving students ownership of design, build, and strategy.
03
Innovation Through Engineering
We design with purpose.
Rapid prototyping, measured testing, and iterative improvements drive our progress.
04
Collaboration & Inclusion
Diverse perspectives power better designs.
We ensure every voice contributes—from CAD to competition strategy.
05
Outreach & Community Impact
We inspire future engineers.
Workshops and community programs extend our impact beyond the field.
Our Approach & Team Culture
Robo-Knights actively applies the Engineering Design Process to drive innovation, guiding students through brainstorming, prototyping, testing, and iteration. Through strong teamwork and peer mentorship, we cultivate a collaborative environment where learning is shared and achievements are collective.
Our Engineering Process
1
Brainstorm
Collaborate and generate ideas
2
Prototype
Build and test concepts
3
Test
Validate performance data
4
Iterate
Refine and improve design
5
Compete
Execute at the highest level
By The Numbers
10+
Seasons
30+
Events
2015
Founded
14+
Team Members
Culture & Values
Robo-Knights actively applies the Engineering Design Process to drive innovation. Guiding students through brainstorming, prototyping, testing, and iteration, we foster a hands-on engineering practice.
Our team culture prioritizes Gracious Professionalism®. We emphasize respect, encouragement, ethical behavior, and cooperation—both on and off the competition field. Learning is engaging and enjoyable; we prioritize having fun while working toward ambitious goals.
Through outreach, mentorship, and technical excellence, Robo-Knights creates lasting impact by inspiring future STEM leaders and strengthening our school and community.
Join us in building the future of robotics. Whether you're a student with big ideas, a mentor ready to guide, or a sponsor who shares our vision—we'd love to work with you.