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OXFORD — The University of Maine Cooperative Extension Oxford Hills Homeschool Robotics 4-H Team received honors at the First Lego League California International Open, held May 18-20 in Carlsbad, Calif.
Representing Maine were Nathan Cooper, Amber Lynch, Joshua Wessels and Lucas Yates.
The team received a ranking of “exemplary'” for their project solution addressing water pipes freezing and bursting in cold weather.
Event judges comments included, “Great problem analysis on existing solutions and how to improve it. Your innovative solution is unique and clear!” and “Great documentation and preparation for the future of the product! Great presentation and confident voices, very professional!” The team was also noted for their professionalism and programming strengths.
The team enjoyed meeting and taking selfies with teams from all over the world, including those from Mexico, South Korea, Uruguay, Japan and Sweden. The trip was a valuable learning experience for the team, and they want to thank everyone in the community who helped make it possible, members said.
Local businesses who supported this event include Asia Eatery; Burger King; Deanna Davis, DMD; Dunkin’ Donuts; Happi Chicks; Flagship Theaters; Flanders Electric; F.W. Webb; Littlefield’s Greenhouse; The Mayflower; Norway Soft Serve; Record Building Supply; The Rising Sun; Smedburg’s Crystal Spring Farm; South Paris Baptist Church and Young’s Greenhouse. For more information about UMaine Extension 4-H in Oxford County, visit extension.umaine.edu/oxford/programs, call 207-743-6329 or email extension.oxford@maine.edu.
PHOTO: Members of the UMaine Cooperative Extension Oxford Hills Homeschool Robotics 4-H team are, from left, Amber Lynch (15), Lucas Yates (13), Joshua Wessels (13) and Nathan Cooper (14). (Submitted photo)
