Every team that grows well shares one trait: people know what to do and who to ask. This lesson builds that foundation before a single bolt is tightened.
How a team organizes itselfLink to this section
- Understand the team's main areas and what each one owns.
- See how those areas work together across the season.
- Look at a simple structure example for a rookie team.
A lean structure to start withLink to this section
- Leadership / captains — big picture, deadlines and representing the team.
- Mechanical — CAD, fabrication and robot assembly.
- Programming and electronics — code, wiring, sensors and testing.
- Strategy and scouting — game manual, matches and alliances.
- Communication and projects — media, outreach, notebook and awards.
Roles and responsibilitiesLink to this section
- Define who takes care of each task.
- Understand the difference between working alone and working as a team.
- Make sure no important task is left without an owner.
Communication and routineLink to this section
- Learn how to run meetings that are actually useful.
- Record decisions, tasks and agreements.
- Keep everyone aware of what is going on.
A 30-minute meeting that worksLink to this section
- 5 min — what got done since the last meeting.
- 10 min — blockers and decisions that must happen today.
- 10 min — who does what before the next meeting.
- 5 min — write it all down in one place everyone can reach.