FIRST Tech Challenge 2026 Idaho State Champions, the Steelheads, celebrate their win in Boise. From left: Boyd Rada, Kaden Rice, Eli Morris and Zephen Morrow.
February 26, 2026
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February 26, 2026 1:05 a.m.
Local robotics team claims FIRST Tech Challenge victory
Local robotics team claims FIRST Tech Challenge victory
A fledgling community team is in celebration mode after winning the FIRST Tech Challenge Idaho State Championship. "I'm as proud as I can be," said Kaden Rice, 17, of Post Falls. Kaden is captain of the Steelheads, team No. 25776. The Steelheads nabbed the top spot at the competition, which was held Jan. 30-31 in Boise.