Forest Robotics

06/08/2026

This rookie year was incredible to say the least. The fast paced, bump and grind of DECODE was a fun game to start for our team.

Our accomplishments for the season:
Vicksburg DECODE Scrimmage Winners with
Captain Team Twisted Circuits.

Meridian Qualifier Design Award Winner.

Vicksburg Qualifier Winner with Captain Team Downpour.

Qualified for State Championship, finished 12th and made it to the playoffs with Twisted Circuits.

Invited and Participated in Run for the Robots, finished 11th and made it to the playoffs with
Jug Rox Robotix.

We also produced two amazing FIRST Alumni in Jean and Ana. They will be missed.

As a whole, the team made many great memories, learned many lessons, and are ready for next season. See y'all in September for BIOBUZZ!!

FIRST Tech Challenge

06/07/2026

We want to thank our amazing sponsors of our DECODE season. Their support helped make this season incredible for our students as they learned skills that support engineering, robotics, programming, and computer-assisted design!

We also were able to travel to several qualifiers, the state championship, and Kentucky to compete in FIRST Tech Challenge competitions.

From all the members of the RoboCats, THANK YOU!!

05/31/2026

The RoboCats gave it their all in the Run for the Robots Premier Event. We finished 11th overall in the Man O' War division and made it to the playoffs.

We want to congratulate our neighboring team, East Rankin Robotics, on their very impressive win with an amazing performance!! It was a blast getting to practice with you all, compete as opponents, and as partners! See y'all next season.

05/29/2026

Run for the Robots!! Follow the RoboCats in the Man O War Division. Use the QR Codes or links to watch the live stream of the event.

Man O War Day 1
https://www.youtube.com/live/p3iBvD32iBw?si=lt4Q_UbjsMPO9Wjo

Man O War Day 2
https://www.youtube.com/live/VuGkC05EAMQ?si=iZZfbjVErjILCkEm

05/22/2026

The RoboCats enjoyed a fun joint practice with East Rankin Robotics. We want to thank them for the visit and sharing their wisdom!! See y'all in Kentucky!!

05/17/2026

The winning ticket was selected!

We want to thank everyone who participated in the raffle. Because of your generous support, the RoboCats have met their fundraising goal and will be able to travel to Lexington and compete in the Run for the Robots!!

05/05/2026

Part of the reason we joined FIRST Tech Challenge was the amazing community. As we are preparing for our next competition, we needed a field perimeter and the blue goal to truly prepare.

FTC 14627 Spare Parts allowed us to borrow theirs until competition. They are the textbook example of gracious professionalism. We hope the RoboCats have the opportunity to return the favor.

05/02/2026

BIOBUZZ!! We are hyped for the 2026-2027 season! Game reveal set for September 12th

A biodiversity-inspired robotics season challenging K-12 students to create the future of STEM using project-based, hands-on FIRST programs.

05/02/2026

Mississippi FTC was well represented!!

04/24/2026

With spring in full swing and the barbecue season upon us, enter in for the chance to win this Pit Boss pellet smoker. The Lexington model is equipped with a digital controller and timer. This beauty can cook 31 burgers, 3 whole chickens, and 4 rib racks. It also includes a meat probe for cooking perfection.

This smoker was donated courtesy of Forest Walmart. We want to thank them for their great support. Reach out to one of the RoboCats or message this page to purchase a ticket today. All funds will go to the team.