Our seniors are a major source of experience and leadership for the team. Almost all have been on the team for multiple years, and even if they haven’t, they’re still well respected by both the other members of the team and the mentors. They teach the other students how to lead, be a part of the team and prepare them to take over their role when they’re gone. The seniors are a key part of our team, and that’s why we feel you should get to know them.
Ace
Tactics and Strategy
Ace joined the team as a Freshman. They joined the team as a way to find a club at school. The most important thing they learned was how important friendships are on the team. Their most memorable moment was going onto the field for the first time with the team for an award. After High School Ace plans to get a computer science degree.
Adele
Buisness Development
Adele has been on the team for 3 years. She joined the team because she thought it would be fun and she knew she would learn a lot of useful skills. The most important thing she learned was how to take initiative on projects and speak up about ideas. Her most memorable moment was winning the Impact Award. After High School Adele plans to study Biomedical Engineering at a 4 year university.
Akiya
Frameworks
Akiya joined the team his Junior year. He joined the team because he thought it would be a fun program. The most important thing he learned on the team was making connections. His most memorable moment was going to World Championships in Houston. After High School Akiya plans to go to a 4 year university.
Alexander
Controls
Alexander has been on the team for 3 years. He joined the team because he wanted to learn more about wiring and have fun with friends. The most important thing he learned on the team was systematic problem solving. His most memorable moment was winning Sundome 2024. After High School Alexander plans on going to a university.
Ashton
Tactics and Strategy
This is Ashton's first year on the team. He joined the team for the fun, volunteer hours and for the experience. The most important thing he learned on the team was building team skills. He has not had his most memorable moment yet. After High School Ashton plans to study computer programming and game design.
Aster
Programming
Aster has been on the team for 2 years. They joined the team because robotics has always been a very important part of their life. The most important things they learned was how to function as a smaller part of a larger function. Their most memorable moment was pit scouting at worlds because they were able to meet people from across the world. After High School Aster plans to attend a 4 year university and become a social worker.
Ava
Tactics and Strategy
Ava joined the team her Freshman year. She joined the team because she wanted to explore engineering as a career path. The most important thing she learned on the team was that Jud's mom is the best. Her most memorable moment was best friend Frankie and taking data her Sophmore year. After High School Ava plans to study microbiology and Immunology at a 4 year university, minoring in data science.
Colton
Controls
Colton has been on the team since he was a Freshman. He joined the team because he thought it looked like fun. The most important things he learned on the team were the engineering and design processes. His most memorable moment was winning Sundome. Colton plans to attend a 4-year to study electrical engineering.
Ezra
Buissness Devolopment
Ezra joined the team his Junior year. He joined the team because he's always had an interest in robotics and heard that it was a lot of fun from friends. The most important thing he learned on the team was being able to just go with the flow and work through problems quickly. His most memorable moment was playing in the pool at worlds. Ezra plans to study engineering at a 4 year university.
Franceseca
Tactics and Strategy
Francesca has been on the team since she was a Freshman. She joined the team because her brother loved it and she wanted to learn new things. The most important thing she learned on the team was that Jud's Mom. Her most memorable moment was Best Friend Ava. Francesca's plan after High School is to study electrical engineering at a 4-year university.
Henry
Wingnuts
Henry has been on the team for 4 years. He joined the team because his sister was on the team and it seemed fun. The most important things he learned on the team were woodworking, using tools and engineering solutions. His most memorable moment was winning at Yakima in 2024. After High School Henry plans on studying chain managment at a 4 year university.
Iris
Buissness Devolopment
Iris has been on the team for 2 years. She joined the team because her friend reccomended the team to her and she ended up staying after learning more about the team and the fun community. The most important thing she learned was marketing tips and how to appeal to medias. After High School Iris plans to take a gap year and work on her portfolio.
Jennifer
Wingnuts
Jennifer has been on the team for 3 years. She joined the team because robotics seemed fun. The most important thing she learned on the team was teamwork. Her most memorable moment was exploring worlds. After High School Jennifer plans to attend a 4 year university.
Jonah
Frameworks
Jonah has been on the team since his Freshman year. He decide to join the team because it seemed like a good way to build skills and a resume for college. The most important thing he learned on the team was how a large group like Stormbots can function structurally. His most memorable moment was going to worlds in 2024. After High School Jonah plans to study Global Studies, Sociology, or Community Building.
Joshua
Frameworks
Joshua has been on the team fro 3 years. He joined because he wanted to get more engineering experience and be apart of a community. His most memorable moment was winning the Impact Award. After High School Joshua plans to go to college (hopefully WPI).
Jud
Controls
This has been Jud's 4th year on the team. He joined Stormbots because he was interested to learn about electrical control systems and it just seemed fun. Jud's most memorable moments on the team is working with his Controls mentor about questions he has about electronics and electrical systems. After High School Jud wants to become an Inside Electrician for IBEW.
Kaimi
Buissness Development
Kaimi has been on the team for 3 years. She joined the team because Kim and Jenny convinced her to because they said it would be fun. The most important things she learned on the team were time management, planning and communication is essential for success. Her most memorable moment was meeting other people from different teams. After High School Kaimi plans on attending a 4 year university to study either in a medical field or art.
Lauren
Functions
Lauren has been on the team for 4 years. She joined the team because Mr Ahner suggested she go to the info night after expressing interest in the program. The most important things she learned on the team were how crucial outreach events are and how important contacts with other teams are. Her most memorable moment was being on drive team and winning Sundome. After High School Lauren plans on studying mechanical engineering at a 4 year university.
Layla
Buissness Development
This is Layla's first year on the team. She joined the team because Mr Ahner convinced her she would love it. The most important thing she learned was to never doubt herself. Her most memorable moment was going to her first competition. After High School Layla plans to attend a 4 year university.
Leeah
Controls
Leeah has been on the team for 3 years. She joined the team because of a friend and Mr Glassett talking about it in AP World. The most important thing she learned on the team was that surrounding yourself with people you look up to will inspire you to do greater. Her most memorable moment was singing on the bus rides to competitions or talking with other teams at competitions. After High School Leeah plans on studying criminal justice.
Michael
Functions
Michael joined the team his Freshman year. He joined the team because his brother was on the team and he thought it was cool. The most important thing he learned on the team was that you don't have to know everything to be on the team. His most memorable moment was knocking 2910 out of the playoffs at districts in 2024. After High School Michael plans to go to a 4 year university to study mechanical or aerospace engineering
Peniel
Tactics and Strategy
Peniel has been on the team for 3 years. She joined the team because she wanted to learn more about STEM fields. The most important thing she learned on the team was that communication is the only way to get things done. Her most memorable moment was falling asleep everywhere. After High School Peniel plans to go to a 4 year university and study law to become a corporate attorney.
Ryan
Functions
Ryan has been on the team since his Freshman year. He joined the team because Mr. Ahner told him to. The most important thing he learned was a lot about engineering. His most memorable moment wasbeing able to go onto and compete on the worlds field. After High School Ryan plans to study mechanical engineering at a 4 year university.
Samantha
Buissness Development
Samantha has been on the team since her Freshman year. She joined the team because Mr Ebert sold it to her when he said you didn't have to be interested in robotics to join. The most important things she learned were soft skills such as public speaking, a sense of teamwork and community and time managment. Her most memorable moment was winning the Impact Award. After High School Samantha plans to attend a 4 year university.
Stephanie
Wingnuts
This is Stephanie's first year on the team. She joined the team because she was interested in working on and building robots. The most important things she learned on the team was how to use power tools and work in groups. Her most memorable moment was going to Girl's Gen because it was her first competition. After High School she plans on going to Boise State University to get a degree in Biology.
Tyler
Tactics and Strategy
Tyler has been on the team for 2 years. He joined the team because his friends seemed to be having fun in the program and he wanted to join. The most imortant thing he learned on the team was just how important communication is especially in something like robotics. His most memorable moment was being ranked #1 in our division at worlds. After High School Tyler plans on going to a 4 year university to study biochemistry.
Vitaliy
Functions/Team Captain
Vitaliy has been on the team since his freshmen year. He joined the team because he enjoyed the communnity and robotics has always been exciting to him. The most important thing he learned on the team was how to get excited and get others excited about cool things. His most memorable moment was going to worlds. After High School Vitaliy plans on going to college to study mechanical engineering.