Blue Bananas FTC Team #24180
High School FIRST Tech Challenge robotics team competing in the 2024-2025 DECODE season
DECODE 2024-2025
About Blue Bananas
We are the Blue Bananas, FTC Team #24180, a dedicated high school robotics team passionate about STEM education, innovation, and community engagement.
Our team combines technical excellence with collaborative spirit, working together to design, build, and program competitive robots for the FIRST Tech Challenge. Through our journey in robotics, we develop problem-solving skills, leadership abilities, and lasting friendships.
Our Robot & Engineering
Engineering Design
Innovative mechanical design optimized for the DECODE challenge requirements
Programming
Advanced autonomous and teleop programming using Java and the FTC SDK
Build Quality
Precision manufacturing and assembly with attention to reliability and performance
Strategy
Data-driven approach to game strategy and alliance partnerships
Robot Photo Coming Soon
DECODE Season Robot Specs
- Built for specimen scoring and sample collection
- Autonomous navigation and scoring capabilities
- Optimized for climbing and hanging challenges
- Designed for alliance cooperation
2024-2025 DECODE Season
Game Challenge
The DECODE challenge involves scoring specimens and samples while demonstrating autonomous navigation and strategic alliance play.
Our Goals
- Qualify for regional championships
- Achieve consistent autonomous performance
- Build strong alliance partnerships
- Promote STEM in our community
Upcoming Competitions
League Meet #1
November 2024
First league competition - testing our initial robot design
League Meet #2
December 2024
Refined robot with improved autonomous and scoring
Regional Qualifier
January 2025
Opportunity to advance to regional championships
Meet Our Team
Our diverse team brings together students with various skills and interests, all united by our passion for robotics and STEM.
Programming Team
Develops autonomous routines, teleop controls, and robot intelligence
Build Team
Designs and constructs the mechanical systems and chassis
Strategy Team
Analyzes game rules, develops competition strategy, and scouts opponents
Outreach Team
Promotes STEM education and represents our team in the community
Our Values
Competing with integrity and respect for all teams
Collaborating with competitors to achieve common goals
Creative problem-solving and continuous improvement
Welcoming all students regardless of background or experience
Get In Touch
Join Our Team
Interested in robotics? We welcome new members throughout the school year! No prior experience necessary - just enthusiasm for learning and teamwork.
Follow Our Journey
Support Our Team
We're always looking for community sponsors and mentors to help us succeed in competitions and outreach activities.