Resources for FTC Teams
Scouting guides, strategy tips, stats breakdowns, and how-to articles for FIRST Tech Challenge.
How Good Is OPR, Really?
We put OPR to the test on 38,000 real FTC matches. As a score predictor it's noisy — off by ~42 points — but turn it into a win probability and it calls the winner 71% of the time, with well-calibrated odds.
How to Scout in FIRST Tech Challenge (Complete Guide)
A beginner-friendly guide that covers what scouting is, what data to collect, and how to turn match observations into winning strategy decisions.
Understanding FTC Rankings and OPR
What do FTC ranking points actually mean? What is OPR, how is it calculated, and what are its limitations? A clear breakdown of the stats behind FIRST Tech Challenge.
How to Use FTC Tracker at Events
A step-by-step guide to getting the most out of FTC Tracker at competition — from finding your event and following live results to AI-powered scouting and Team Spaces.