Category: Success Stories

Rising from Adversity — A Stunning Comeback at the Tennessee Qualifier

TechBlazers' middle school team 16610G impressed at Tennessee's Smoky Mountain Forge Signature Event on November 12-13. Rising from second-to-last place to the semifinals, they showed remarkable resilience and strategic thinking. The team won the Judges Award for their culture, communication, and innovation, and placed 3rd in the Skills Challenge, demonstrating strong robot control and programming fundamentals. This success highlights...

Ontario VEX IQ Second Qualifier—TechBlazers Takes Home 4 of 6 Awards!

On November 9th, 2025, TechBlazers teams 10837T and 10837R excelled at the VEX IQ qualifier at Bayview Glen, winning 4 of 6 awards: Tournament Champion, Teamwork Champion, Robot Skills Champion, and Design Award. Teams independently resolved mechanical issues without coach guidance. Despite "double stack errors" during matches, the team adapted quickly and won by 3 points. This victory demonstrated their...

Double Champions Crowned, Triumphant Return! — 16610G and 16610X Win Dual Championships at VEX US Regional

On November 8, 2025, TechBlazers teams 16610G and 16610X won double championships at the VEX Robotics Competition at Kettering University in Flint, Michigan—16610G claimed Tournament Champion and 16610X won Skills Champion. The competition, part of the 2025-26 "Push Back" series, featured blended middle and high school teams. A highlight was the teams' successful "double park" maneuver, where two robots simultaneously...

TechBlazers 10837A and 10837B Shine at Brookside Blended IQ Mix & Match!

On November 1st, 2025, TechBlazers Teams 10837A and 10837B won three awards at the VEX IQ Robotics Competition in the United States: Teamwork Champion, Robot Skills Champion, and Amaze Award. Led by Leo and Dylan, the teams showed strong robotics skills and teamwork, marking an exciting start for TechBlazers in competitive robotics.

Major News | TechBlazers Officially Becomes VEX Official Partner! Two High-Level Competitions Coming Soon

TechBlazers is now a VEX Official Partner, certified by the REC Foundation, organizing certified competitions with qualification pathways to higher-level tournaments. We're hosting the TechBlazers & Silver Owl Robotics Qualifying Tournament in Richmond Hill, Ontario in late January 2026. Open to all grades with VEX IQ Challenge and V5 Competition categories. Teams compete for Excellence Award, Tournament Champions, Design Award,...

TechBlazers VEX Teams Invited to Richmond Hill City Hall, Mayor Personally Presents Awards and Recognition

TechBlazers VEX teams 16610A and 16610B visited Richmond Hill City Hall, where Mayor David West recognized their robotics competition achievements. The students excelled in STEM innovation, technical skills, teamwork, and problem-solving, receiving certificates of honor. TechBlazers also received recognition for its robotics education role. Mayor West engaged warmly with the team, listening to their experiences and praising their perseverance. The...

TechBlazers twin stars shine on the international stage! 16610A secures World Championship qualification, 16610V ranks among global top 8!

This blog celebrates TechBlazers robotics teams' international triumphs. Team 16610A qualified for the 2026 VEX World Championship through a global competition win with a Chinese partner, earning multiple technical awards. Team 16610V reached top 8 among 112 global teams. Beyond technical achievements, the article shows how robotics education builds character, confidence, and composure. Student testimonials and parent feedback demonstrate personal...