Pete Eckman News Today

For high school robotics teams, competition season is one big rush of adrenaline. The work areas, nicknamed the pits, are buzzing with team members working on robots, scouting groups interviewing possible allies and family members asking what each part on the robots does. The loud music in the arena is drowned out by screaming and cheering between matches. And the feeling of anticipation as your team walks onto the field can take your breath away. Howell senior Kirsten Smith said she lives for...