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Indianola Today
By the People, for the People
Indianola Robotics Team Heads to State Tournament
The Octobots will compete at the Iowa state robotics competition this weekend.
Published on Feb. 27, 2026
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The Indianola robotics team, known as the Octobots, is set to compete at the state tournament in Coralville, Iowa this weekend. The team of six students, four boys and two girls, qualified for the state competition after their performance at a regional event in Iowa City on January 31st.
Why it matters
Robotics competitions provide valuable opportunities for students to apply STEM skills, work in teams, and showcase their technical abilities. Indianola's robotics team has qualified for the state tournament two years in a row, demonstrating the strength of the district's robotics program and the dedication of its student participants.
The details
The Octobots robotics team from Indianola will be traveling to Coralville, Iowa to compete in the state robotics tournament. The team consists of six members - four boys and two girls. They qualified for the state competition after a strong performance at a regional event in Iowa City on January 31st.
- The state robotics tournament will take place today and tomorrow (February 27-28, 2026).
- The Octobots qualified for the state tournament at a regional competition on January 31, 2026.
The players
Indianola Robotics Team
A high school robotics team from Indianola, Iowa known as the Octobots, consisting of six students - four boys and two girls.
What’s next
The Octobots will compete in the state robotics tournament over the next two days, with the final results to be announced on Sunday.
The takeaway
Indianola's robotics program continues to produce talented student teams that are able to compete at the highest levels, showcasing the district's commitment to STEM education and extracurricular opportunities.
