Optimum is proud to
partner with
FIRST Robotics
We’re committed to inspiring the next generation of innovators through our partnership with FIRST Robotics. Optimum hopes to cultivate STEM skills and encourage an interest in technology fields by supporting local teams, regional events, and more.
Celebrating FIRST
Robotics teams with
the Optimum
Innovator Awards
The Optimum Innovator Awards are our way of recognizing and celebrating the FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) teams’ achievements and efforts in areas such as community service, encouraging diversity, developing technology skills, and more. We are proud to celebrate their accomplishments and support their growth with award grants.
Supporting the FIRST
Robotics Competition
Optimum proudly sponsored 67 high school FRC teams and provided 6 regional sponsorships to make these competitions possible in our service areas for the 2024 season.
2024 Optimum-Sponsored FIRST Robotics Teams
See our teams in action
NYC TechnoBots
NY Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado speaking with the TechnoBots in the Bronx during a visit with the team.
Plainview POBots
Giving out some Optimum goodies to the POBots from Plainview-Old Bethpage.
Hicksville J-Birds
Visiting the Hicksville J-Birds at Hicksville High School, joined by NYS Assemblymember Charles Lavine and NYS Senator Steve Rhoads.
Norwalk Cybears
Visit with the Norwalk Cybears, joined by Connecticut State Senator Bob Duff.
Great Neck Rebel Robotics
Catching up with Great Neck Rebel Robotics during the competition at Hofstra.
The Pantherbots
The Pantherbots during a visit from Optimum.
Sylva SMART
SMART team members, excited to get some goodies from Optimum.
Batesville BOSS
BOSS shows off this years robot during a visit with the team.
Rockwall Full Metal Jackets
Full Metal Jackets expressing their appreciation for sponsorship during a team visit.