Robotics

Duel Down Under (DDU) Saturday 28 June to Sunday 29 June 

An incredible competition for our FRC team, Pymble Pride, at this year’s DDU. We had three Pymble teams competing: 6510, 6497, and 9987. 

Teams 6510 and 6497 advanced to the playoffs. Team 6510 was the alliance captain of Alliance 5, alongside teams 8613 Barker Greybacks and 9147 The Joebots. Team 6497 joined Alliance 6 with teams 9990 Off-Season Demo Team and 6434 Wolfgang. Team 6497 competed strongly in the opening rounds, while 6510 progressed through to the semi-finals.  

For many students, it was their first experience as part of a drive team. Team 6497 and 9987 rotated drive teams to give everyone a chance on the field, while 6510 rotated technician and human player roles, offering more students the opportunity to actively participate. Our scouting team also played a key role, using the Magic Scouting app developed by team 5800 to assist the teams during the qualification matches and for the Alliance selection.  

Pymble pride was on display throughout the event as students supported one another, gained valuable experience, and embraced every opportunity to learn and grow. 

For many of our students, FRC and the FRC culture are still new. But even in this short time, they’ve recognised just how important that culture is, how it shapes the competitions, makes them fun and meaningful, and reminds us of what we need to protect and carry forward. 

A huge thank you to all the volunteers who made DDU 2025 possible. Your time, energy and commitment to the teams are what make events like this happen. 

MRT Friday 11 July to Sunday 13 July – Outstanding Results at FRC National Competition! 

Over the holidays, both of our FRC teams competed at a national competition in Melbourne, facing strong teams from South Australia, Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria. 

Our senior team, 6510 Pymble Pride, had an exceptional performance, ranking first overall and winning the event! Our younger team, 6497 Pymble Pride II, also impressed everyone, ranking third overall and finishing as alliance captains of the finalist alliance. This remarkable achievement further highlights their growing talent, determination, and potential. 

The Robotics staff are immensely proud of both teams and looking forward to seeing what they will build for the 2026 season during summer break in a couple of months. We would also like to thank all the volunteers who made this event possible. 

This competition officially marks the end of our 2025 season, and it’s now time to retire our beloved robots. You can still see them one final time at the Garden Party on Saturday 20 September. 

In the coming months, our students will focus on further developing their technical skills, preparing them to achieve even greater heights in the 2026 season. 

DDU Photos 

MRT Photos 

ROBOTICS 

Mrs Cristhina Boni Lavratti, Robotics Manager