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Ghosts Robotics posing with their banner after winning state competition.

Robotics team is Texas bound for Worlds competition

Ellie Lawrance, Co-Features Editor Apr 3, 2026

At the Massachusetts State Championship For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST) competition, the WA Robotics Team won the Massachusetts Division title. This earned them a spot at the World Championship, a historic accomplishment for the team. This earned them a spot at the...

Ghost Robotics team picture in the First Qualifier in Andover.

Ghost Robotics sees success

Mohammad Khan, Staff Writer Mar 13, 2019

Westford Academy’s robotics team, Ghost Robotics, has had a remarkable season this past year, including finishing 18th place in all of Massachusetts. The 16-member team consisted of five freshmen, four sophomores, and seven juniors. The team prepared for four months for their first match, held in February.  "The...