Nakul Lakhani, Peter Hughes, Aaron Cane and Andrew Buchan competed in the Middle School division of the New Zealand VexIQ national championships held recently in Palmerston North. The team acquitted themselves admirably, coming third in the teamwork competition, third equal in Driver skills and won the Create Award. This award is for creativity in the design of their robot. As a result of their achievements Team 2903A has qualified for the World Championships in the USA – either in person or as a Live Remote Tournament. Congratulations to these young men, this is great reward for their commitment and hard work.

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