The FIRST Robotics Competition challenges teams of young people and their mentors to solve a common problem in a six-week timeframe using a standard "kit of parts" and a common set of rules. Teams build robots from the parts and enter them in a series of competitions designed by Dean Kamen, Woodie Flowers, and a committee of engineers and other professionals. The competition has grown to 1,125 teams competing in 33 Regional Events, and The Championship held at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta where more than 8,500 high-school-aged young people participate.

FIRST redefines winning for these students. Teams are rewarded for excellence in design, demonstrated team spirit, gracious professionalism and maturity, and ability to overcome obstacles. Scoring the most points is a secondary goal. Winning means building partnerships that last.

The Hall of Fame
The FIRST Hall of Fame has been created to recognize the teams that have had the most impact on FIRST's growth, the Chairman's Award winners.

The Chairman's Award
The Chairman's Award is given annually to the team that best exemplifies and demonstrates the values that FIRST emphasizes.

2005 FRC Sponsors and Suppliers
View the list of companies that have provided support for the 2005 FIRST Robotics Competition.

2005 FIRST Robotics Competition Teams
A complete list of all teams that participated in the 2005 FIRST Robotics Competition Events.