Venue: Chico High School, Chico, California, United States
Date: October 4, 2025
Teams: 23 registered | Matches: 55
PART 1: THE MAIN DATA
Awards
🏆 Tournament Champions
29760S – Panther Robotics Silver from Chico High School Robotics in Chico, California (High School) joined forces with 20132B – GearShift Robotics from Pleasant Valley High Robotics in Chico, California (High School) to take the championship title at The Autumn Circuit.
Both teams displayed coordination and steady focus throughout eliminations, adapting quickly to each match’s pace. Their final rounds were marked by strong driving and confident execution that sealed their spot at the top.
🥈 Tournament Finalists
1902G – Falcons MechWorks from Oroville Union High School Robotics in Oroville, California (High School) and 29760B – Panther Robotics Blue from Chico High School Robotics came close in a well-fought series of finals matches. Their balanced strategy and determination made the final showdown one of the most competitive moments of the tournament.
🧠 Design Award
1902Z – Falcons DesignWorks from Oroville Union High School Robotics in Oroville, California (High School) earned the Design Award for their precise documentation and clear engineering process. The team’s well-organized notebook and structured approach reflected the attention to detail that judges look for at the highest level of competition.
⚙️ Robot Skills Champion
20132B – GearShift Robotics from Pleasant Valley High Robotics in Chico, California (High School) also took home the Skills Champion title with top combined scores. Their consistency during both driver and programming runs showed confidence and strong technical understanding, rounding off a standout performance.
💡 Judges Award
53815P – Innovatech Panthers from Paradise High Robotics in Paradise, California (High School) received the Judges Award for their professionalism and creativity. The team impressed judges with their innovative approach and teamwork throughout the day.
Skills Challenge Highlights
Driver Skills Top Score: 20132B – GearShift Robotics (Pleasant Valley High Robotics)
Programming Skills Top Score: 20132B – GearShift Robotics (Pleasant Valley High Robotics)
GearShift Robotics swept both skill categories with precision and consistency.
PART 2: THE STORY
As autumn arrived in Northern California, Chico High School became the center of robotics energy and excitement. The Autumn Circuit brought together 23 teams from across the region, filling the gym with the sound of gears, controllers, and cheers.
From the early qualification rounds, it was clear that local talent was on full display. The matches were fast, the scores close, and the competition fierce. Teams adjusted strategies, refined autonomous routines, and learned from every round.
When eliminations began, the field tightened. The alliance of 29760S and 20132B quickly established rhythm and teamwork, delivering precise driving that carried them to victory. Their ability to remain composed under pressure earned them the top spot and the admiration of both students and mentors in attendance.
The Falcons teams from Oroville demonstrated their technical strength, with 1902Z earning the Design Award and 1902G pushing deep into finals alongside 29760B. Meanwhile, 53815P showed resilience and creativity that captured the judges’ attention and highlighted the spirit of collaboration and learning that defines every VEX competition.
By the end of the day, The Autumn Circuit had accomplished what great tournaments always do: it inspired the teams, challenged their creativity, and strengthened the growing robotics community of Northern California.
RFORCE Commentary
The Autumn Circuit was a perfect reflection of what makes local robotics special. Every match, alliance, and award showed that engineering excellence and teamwork thrive in Chico and its neighboring schools. This event proved that the region’s dedication to STEM education continues to grow stronger each season.
Congratulations to all the competitors and mentors who made this tournament a success.
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Written by the RFORCE Editorial Team
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