Lots of cool information about drivers below!
Driver Overview:
The robot driver is one of fivedriveteam members who are field-side during the teams matches. As the name suggests, they are responsible for driving the robot during a match.
Like the other drive team members, it is expected that the driver attends all team competitions, as well as the Practice Field Trip that happens during the final weeks of build season (generally in Hamilton or Toronto).
Currently Filled By:
No one! Check out Previous Team Drivers to learn more
Driver Responsibilities:
- Drive the robot during matches as part of the Drive Team (controlling the drive base of the robot, generally not the additional mechanisms)
- Present positively to other teams as an ambassador of our team
- Adhere to the Drive Team Philosophy
Desirable Qualities:
- Driver skill, self-improvement, focus, and dedication
- Strong listening, communication, and teamwork skills
- Know the game rules inside and out
- Exhibit calmness under pressure, with quick reactions and ability to adapt quickly
- Attend and actively participate in many driver practice sessions
- Involvement in several aspects of the team over the course of the year, not just build season
Reports To:
The driver reports to the Drive Coach.
Previous Team Drivers:
- Benjamin V. (2022 Robot Leia, 2023 Robot Misha and Zoey)
- Logan B. (2017 Robot Jasnoor, 2018 Robot Mélia, 2019 Robot Charlie, 2020 Robot Tanner)
- Aidan B. (2015 Robot Kevin, 2016 Robot Aaryan)
- Brennan B. (2013 Robot Aunt Jemima, 2014 Robot Mackenzie)