Brian Gaffey, FRC 1153
SPEAKER
Brian has been a part of FRC for 20 years, starting as a student on 1153 before going to WPI to pursue a degree in Computer Science. Since graduating he has returned to 1153 as a Software Mentor, Drive Coach, and now Head Coach and coordinator for the Walpole High School Robotics Program. When he isn't mentoring, he is a frequent volunteer at events working as a Game Announcer and Emcee for FTC, FRC, Vex, and FIRST Global events. He is one of NE FIRST's Senior Voices!
2025 NEMC Presentations:
Odeum C
Saturday
10:40 AM
SESSION, STREAMING ON FUN
One Vision, Two Teams: Multiplying Student Opportunity and Engagement
The Walpole Robotics Program has grown to involve two sister teams, FRC 1153 and 1119. This session covers how the Timberwolves and the Pup Cups build their training programs to run two FRC teams, how they split up students and responsibilities, how they manage funding for two teams, and in general how having two FRC teams live in one program successfully. Bonus: how FIRST LEGO League factors into their recruitment pipeline!
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