By Sophia Baragatti
At the 2026 Texas Robotics Invitational (TRI) in Houston, ITKAN Girls 10340 proved that preparation and poise win championships, claiming the title of Girls Drive Tournament Champions.
The momentum was clear from the first whistle. Match one was a commanding opening win; match two was just as dominant — two in a row that showed the first was no fluke. In match three, the team delivered again, a performance defined by teamwork, precision, and the resilience to execute under pressure. They closed qualifications with three wins in four matches and earned their place at the top.
Engineering Knowledge on Full Display
What stood out was how the all-girls team leaned on their knowledge as engineers — reading each match, adjusting strategy, and trusting the robot they had designed and refined themselves. Every drive, every recovery, and every clean cycle reflected hours of work.
For a young program, becoming Girls Drive Champions is more than a trophy; it's a statement about the future of girls in STEM.