In February 2026, Andromeda Robotics made their mark at the FTC South League Tournament, a major robotics competition held in Romania through the FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) program, organized nationally by Nație prin Educație.
The team’s efforts were recognized with the prestigious Reach Award – 1st place, given to teams that go above and beyond to promote STEM/STEAM education and robotics to different communities. This award celebrates meaningful outreach, educational initiatives, and inspiring others to engage with science and technology.
Andromeda’s achievement was the result of a truly international and collaborative effort. The team brings together members and volunteers from 10 different countries, united by a shared spirit of Gracious Professionalism®, the core FIRST value emphasizing respect, collaboration, and learning. Our team organized many events in the DECODE season, some of which are South League Performance, Offline Sessions, Future at High Speed League Meet, launched the Apollo mission, with a series of interviews about STEM connecting FTC teams around the world, teams from Romania, but also from USA, China, Thailand, and Australia; they continued with Meals on Wheels charity program to DAS Pantelimon, Robotics for All, FTC Leadership Academy, and they even managed to set up an NGO – such a busy schedule!
Each department contributed to the team’s success:
Hardware: Designed, built, and maintained the robot to ensure the team performed at the top level.
Software: Created precise control and automation for the team’s matches during the competition.
3D Printing: Created custom parts and rapid prototypes to test and improve the team’s design.
Marketing: Recorded the team’s journey and shared their story with the community.
PR: Facilitated partnerships to increase the scope of the team’s outreach to the world of robotics and STEAM education.
Over two days of matches, the Andromeda Robotics team demonstrated their skills and teamwork on the field, as well as the true meaning of FIRST: inspiring others and making a positive impact on the world.
Andromeda Robotics’ winning achievement is an outstanding example of the power of collaboration, creativity, and hard work to bring something amazing both on and off the field.
Congratulations to all Andromeda Robotics members and volunteers for all the hard work during this season!
Monica Tele – Andromeda Robotics’ Mentor
