FTC Team 18227 Area 52

FTC Team 18227 Area 52 is a world-class FIRST Tech Challenge robotics team sponsored by 5C and based in Plano, Texas. For the past six years, the team has consistently earned top placements at regional, state, and international competitions. Area 52 brings together students ranging from 7th through 12th grade who collaborate to design, build, program, and compete with advanced robots while developing leadership and teamwork skills.

Achievements

The team has placed in the Top 3 at regional and local competitions for four consecutive seasons. At the 2024 FIRST Tech Challenge World Championship, Area 52 earned the Think Award 2nd Place and advanced to the Robot Performance Semifinals. Building on this success, the team achieved the prestigious Inspire Award 3rd Place at the 2026 World Championship and served as a Semifinalist Alliance Captain. Beyond competition, Area 52 has mentored over 30 robotics teams (including international teams) over the past two years. The team has also contributed over 1,000 community service hours and directly impacted more than 9,500 people through STEM outreach.

Learn More About Area 52

While these achievements highlight Area 52's excellence, they represent only a portion of the team's story. From innovative robot designs and competition to outreach initiatives and mentorship, Area 52 continues to inspire students and communities through STEM.

To learn more about the team, visit the official Area 52 website at https://area52ftc.org/