The countdown is officially on. In less than a month, on January 10, 2026, the challenge for the new season of the FIRST Robotics Competition, REBUILT™, will be revealed to teams around the world by FIRST. Across Texas, the excitement is already building as teams prepare for another season of innovation, teamwork, and high-energy competition.
Kickoff marks the official start of build season when students, mentors, and volunteers come together to turn ideas into fully functioning robots in just a few short weeks. From brainstorming and CAD to programming, wiring, and drive practice, these are the moments when creativity meets engineering in powerful ways.
With Kickoff right around the corner, the holiday break offers the perfect window for teams to prepare for a fast-paced and exciting season. Many teams use this time to
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Organize their build space and prepare tools and materials
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Review past robot designs and reflect on lessons learned
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Refresh skills in programming, CAD, and game strategy
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Meet with mentors to align on team goals
The 2026 season is almost here, and Texas teams are ready to launch into another year of building, competing, and inspiring the next generation of innovators. Let the countdown continue!
