HEAD COACH

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    MATTHEW NELSON

    Matthew Nelson is the head coach of our robotics team, providing technical leadership, mentorship, and strategic direction. He supports students in engineering design, programming, and competition preparation while fostering a strong, collaborative team culture focused on growth and problem-solving.

MENTORS

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    Colin Warnes

    Design Mentor

    Colin Warnes provides crucial support for the design and development of our robots. He serves as a CAD mentor and assists students throughout the robot manufacturing and assembly process. His dedication to developing students’ as not just capable engineers, but as leaders, earned him the Woodie Flowers Award in 2024.


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    Yovanna Martinez

    Fabrication Mentor

    Yovana Martinez supports students in fabrication by teaching welding, woodworking, and field assembly. She provides hands-on instruction to help students develop key skills, while also supporting outreach efforts to connect with the community.

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    Jade Martinez

    Outreach Mentor

    Jade Martinez is our Outreach and Impact Mentor, leading community STEM programs and partnering with schools to inspire future innovators. She guides students in Impact speeches and essays, helping refine communication and leadership skills.