The second day of the FTC began with teams competing in the final qualification matches, which determined the top six Alliance Captains for the playoffs. Students scouted opponents, devised strategies, and interacted with judges during pit inspections. It was a riveting display of collaboration, creativity, and sportsmanship.

 

 

Post-qualifications, all attendees gathered in the NMAJS auditorium as the top teams were announced and selected their alliance partners. DAIS teams Eureka #20871 and Team Matrix #20870, two of the strongest teams at the event, emerged as alliance captains. Team Kryptonite #28078 joined Team Matrix as their alliance partner for the playoffs.

 

 

After several thrilling matches, alliance captain Team Eureka emerged as the winner of the FTC India West Regional, achieving the event's high score. All three DAIS teams performed exceedingly well, winning several awards.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Think Award recognises teams that best reflect their journey through the engineering design process during the build season. This award was given to team Kryptonite for their comprehensive documentation and engineering portfolio.

 

 

 

The Inspire Award is the highest honour in the FIRST Tech Challenge, recognising a well-rounded team that acts as a role model, demonstrates Gracious Professionalism®️, and excels in both robot performance and outreach. It is the top qualifying award for advancement, and both Teams Matrix and Eureka placed in this prestigious category.

 

 

These were the teams’ achievements: