Journey
A timeline of growth, grit, and gracious professionalism
Launched in the fall of 2024, VIPER 10554 wasted no time making an impact. From a brand-new team to award-winning performances within our first season, we continually raise the bar for what's possible in London for STEM education.
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Fall 2024
Team VIPER takes shape
Students from London, Ontario form a brand-new FRC team with a coalition of community sponsors, setting sights on making a splash in their rookie season, Reefscape.
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March 2025
Rookie debut at Niagara College
VIPER fields its first competition robot at the ONT District Niagara College Event, ranks 6th overall, captained the 4th alliance and earns the Rookie All Star Award.
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April 2025
Provincial Championship breakthrough
VIPER advances to the FIRST Ontario Provincial Championship - Science Division, earning the Rising All-Star Award and is ranked 29th out of 130 teams in Ontario.
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March 2026
Judges' Award at Humber Polytechnic
VIPER ranks 14th at the ONT District Humber Polytechnic Event, earns the Judges' Award, and competes in playoffs as the 1st Pick of Alliance 7.
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March 2026
Innovation in Control Award at McMaster
VIPER ranks 12th at the ONT District McMaster University Event, earns the Innovation in Control Award sponsored by nVent, and captains Alliance 7 in the playoffs.
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April 2026
Provincial Championship Rebuild
VIPER qualifies for the FIRST Ontario Provincial Championship again, placing 12th in the Technology Division and ranking 25th out of 120 teams in Ontario.
Built on collaboration
Every milestone reflects students and mentors working shoulder-to-shoulder—scouting matches, refining drivetrains, and delivering outreach across London. The momentum from our previous success fuels our new season, Rebuilt, presented by Haas.
Seasons competed
Official awards
Playoff appearances
Our performance in the 2024-2025 Season
Our performance in the 2025-2026 Season