Robotics team prepares for two competitions

The Pipestone Area Schools (PAS) robotics team, the ArrowBots, have been working on this year’s creation for over a month. FIRST Robotics kicked off the 2026 season on Jan. 10 when teams were shown this year’s game field and challenge details for the first time, and received the Kickoff Kit, which includes motors, batteries, control system components, construction materials and a mix of additional automation components, according to FIRST Robotics. The ArrowBots picked up their parts and learned what this year’s competition was in Willmar. This year’s team includes Brady Dunn, Josh Zupp, Laura Van Iperen, Harley Vaughn and Kamdyn...Article Link