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Norwalk Today
By the People, for the People
Norwalk Robotics Team to Compete at National Governor's Cup
Iowa's RoboWarriors selected to represent the state at inaugural national robotics tournament in Washington, D.C.
Published on Feb. 16, 2026
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The Norwalk High School robotics team, known as the RoboWarriors, has been selected by the Iowa Department of Education and the Governor's Office to compete in the first-ever FIRST United States Governor's Cup national robotics tournament in Washington, D.C. from February 19-22. The competition will bring together top high school robotics teams from all 50 states to showcase their skills in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Why it matters
Norwalk's selection to represent Iowa at the inaugural Governor's Cup places their robotics program among the top student teams in the country, providing an opportunity to showcase their skills on a national stage and highlight the state's commitment to STEM education and hands-on learning.
The details
The Governor's Cup is organized by Experiential Robotics in partnership with the U.S. Department of Education. Teams will compete using the FIRST Tech Challenge robotics platform in a bracket-style tournament. After the Governor's Cup, the RoboWarriors will also compete in the Iowa First Tech Challenge Championship on February 27-28 in Coralville.
- The Governor's Cup will be held from February 19-22, 2026 in Washington, D.C.
- The Iowa First Tech Challenge Championship will be held on February 27-28, 2026 in Coralville, Iowa.
The players
Norwalk High School RoboWarriors
The robotics team from Norwalk High School in Iowa, selected to represent the state at the inaugural FIRST United States Governor's Cup national competition.
Iowa Department of Education
The state agency that selected the Norwalk High School RoboWarriors to compete at the Governor's Cup, representing Iowa.
Iowa Governor's Office
The state government office that collaborated with the Iowa Department of Education to select the Norwalk High School RoboWarriors to represent Iowa at the Governor's Cup.
Experiential Robotics
The organization that is partnering with the U.S. Department of Education to host the inaugural FIRST United States Governor's Cup national robotics tournament.
U.S. Department of Education
The federal agency that is collaborating with Experiential Robotics to organize the Governor's Cup competition.
What’s next
After the Governor's Cup, the Norwalk High School RoboWarriors will compete in the Iowa First Tech Challenge Championship on February 27-28, 2026 in Coralville.
The takeaway
Norwalk High School's selection to represent Iowa at the inaugural FIRST United States Governor's Cup national robotics tournament highlights the strength of the state's STEM education programs and the commitment to providing students with hands-on learning opportunities that prepare them for future careers in technology and innovation.
